Tickets are now on sale! (We are also still accepting applications from vendors that would like to participate.) Scheduled for October 7th, this year's Taste of Hoover is sure to be a great evening of sampling different restaurants, caterers, and types of food all in one spot. Learn more about it, get tickets, or get a vendor application here.

All group and professional photography requests need to be pre-approved by Amanda Baker (amanda.baker@hooveralabama.gov) and scheduled at least 10 days in advance. Due to weddings and specialty events taking place, certain dates and timeframes will be unavailable (especially Fridays and Saturdays). We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

Due to the high volume of social events that have rented space at Aldridge Gardens, groups of 10 or more people will need a reservation and are subject to a rental fee. All requests need to be pre-approved by Amanda Baker (amanda.baker@hooveralabama.gov) and scheduled 10 days in advance. Our goal is to make sure everyone has a positive experience here at the Gardens.

This class will show you a great way to include upper body exercise and add balance assistance while walking. Saturday, October 23rd, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Led by Dr. Leroy Hurt, this class is free. But registration is required. Get the details.

Did you know that Aldridge Gardens is an ideal location for bird watching? In fact, we are a part of the Appalachian Highlands Alabama Birding Trail. Click here to learn more about our members-only bird walks and download our birding brochure.

For the ninth consecutive year, Dr. Richard Ryel and his wife Patricia are leading our guided bird watches for Aldridge Gardens members. These are generally held on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 8 - 10 a.m. To see the dates of this year's currently scheduled bird watches and to register, click here.

We are pleased and honored to have a large portion of the Bluff Park Art Association's Permanent Collection currently on exhibit in our gallery. Click here to see photos or plan to stop by the Aldridge House to see it in person.

Thanks to the Hoover Public Library, both children and adults can now borrow a book from our new "The Little Free Library." It's located near our entrance gate. Check it out next time you're here!

In this video, from the spring of 2017, our late founder tells the story of how Aldridge Gardens came to be. Unfortunately, Eddie passed away in November of 2018. But his legacy will always be visible here in the beauty of Aldridge Gardens. Watch it now.

Have you visited the Veterans Memorial Arbor and Pentagon Plaza at Aldridge Gardens? Our nature trail will lead you to both of these sites located at the back of our 5 acre lake. The arbor features flags from all five service branches, along with the U.S. flag, and the plaza contains bronzed busts honoring three young men from Hoover who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Learn more about it.

Download a self-guided tour map of Aldridge Gardens. It is a PDF file that you can view on a mobile device or print at home and bring with you. Click the image above to get the file.

Our walking trail was recently modified from 90% accessible, as defined by the US Forest Service Trail Accessibility Guidelines, to 100% accessible -- thanks to funding by the Holle Family Foundation Grant along with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. Learn more.

Now you can order Aldridge Gardens gift certificates online and have them mailed to you or someone special! It makes for an excellent present and its always the right size. Learn more about it.

Have you heard about our new Bonsai Membership? This membership level offers monthly, hands-on bonsai educational opportunities. Learn more and see all of our membership levels here.

Our gates are open daily from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., unless severe weather limits normal operations. Please observe appropriate social distancing to help everyone stay healthy and well. The Gardens are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Years Day, and for special events.

Aldridge Gardens is proud to be part of the City of Hoover. Come experience all the beauty and hospitality that the city has to offer.

We're proud to be partners in tourism with The Alabama Department of Tourism and the Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau.

We're delighted to be part of the Alabama Garden Trail! You can explore and experience Alabama's beautiful gardens from the top of the state all the way down to the Gulf, and of course right here in Hoover! Visit the official travel site of Alabama to learn more.