Step into a storybook world on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., as Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center invites the public to an enchanting evening with its Mad Hatter Tea Party-themed Sip and Stroll. Located at 2111 West Park Avenue in Orange, this free-admission event promises a magical fusion of fantasy, flavor, and fun for all ages.
Guests will be transported into the world of Alice in Wonderland with the debut of Shangri La’s Storybook Garden, featuring Alice-inspired topiaries and charming photo ops at the Mad Hatter’s table. Costumes and whimsical hats are encouraged—whether you’re a curious Alice or a delightfully eccentric Hatter, this is your moment to shine.
To complete the tea party experience, Free State Cellars Winery will offer Wonderland-themed treats, beverages, and a specially curated High Tea Box filled with sweet and savory delights, all available for purchase. A selection of themed drinks and spirits will also be offered.
The evening will feature live jazz music by the Street Side Jazz Band, blending swing, blues, Latin, ballads, and funk for an unforgettable soundtrack to your garden adventure.
Note: Last entry to the gardens is at 7:30 p.m., so don’t be late for this very important date!