Event Calendar
BCI conventions, workshops, and tours worldwide
The BCI Event Calendar highlights bonsai and viewing stone events from around the world, hosted by clubs, organizations, museums, gardens, and regional associations. From local workshops and exhibitions to major conventions and international tours, these gatherings celebrate the art, education, and community that connect enthusiasts worldwide.
Whether you are attending your first club show or traveling abroad for a convention, we invite you to explore upcoming events, discover new organizations, and connect with fellow enthusiasts across the global bonsai community.
Browse upcoming events below.
15th Crespi Cup — International Bonsai & Suiseki Meeting
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Milan, Crespi Bonsai, S.S. del Sempione 35, Parabiago, Milan, Italy
Competitive international exhibition. International jury selects best bonsai — winner receives €5,000 voucher and the Crespi Cup trophy.
47th Mid-America Bonsai Exhibition — Chicago
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Chicago, Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, Illinois
One of the largest regional shows in the USA. 200+ bonsai, 24+ vendors, guest master Jonas Dupuich.
17th ASPAC — Asia Pacific Bonsai & Suiseki Exhibition
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Bali, Alun-alun Kota Gianyar, Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia
Asia's premier bonsai convention. Theme: "Nurture Plants, Maintain Nature's Balance." 464 bonsai and 349 suiseki competitors. 132 international delegations.
Bonsai Societies of Florida Convention 2025
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Orlando, The Florida Hotel & Conference Center at The Florida Mall, Orlando, FL
3-day regional convention. Theme: "Let's Do Something Different." Workshops, demos, 80+ vendor tables.
37th AABC National Bonsai Convention — Canberra
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Canberra, Canberra Rex Hotel, 150 Northbourne Ave, Braddon, ACT, Australia
Four-day national convention with 200+ delegates from 42 clubs. Public exhibition of 100+ trees. Guest masters: Jennifer Price and Michael Hagedorn (USA).
BonsaiFEST! 2025 — Pacific Bonsai Museum
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Federal Way, Pacific Bonsai Museum, 2515 S 336th St, Federal Way, WA 98001
Annual outdoor festival with four simultaneous exhibitions, live demos, food trucks, shopping, and guided tours. Free admission.
Satsuki Azalea Special Exhibition — Omiya Bonsai Art Museum
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Saitama, Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, Saitama, Japan
Special exhibition of Satsuki azalea bonsai in full bloom on World Bonsai Day.
Potomac Bonsai Festival + World Bonsai Day 2025
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Washington DC, National Bonsai & Penjing Museum, U.S. National Arboretum, 3501 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC
Annual festival at the National Bonsai & Penjing Museum. Special: 400th anniversary of the Yamaki Pine (Hiroshima survivor). Workshops, demos, vendor market.
BCI Regional Penjing & Stone Convention — 3rd Anhui Province Fine Penjing Invitational
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Anhui, Fengyan, Anhui Province, China
Combined stone appreciation exhibition (600+ stones, primarily Lingbi stones) and penjing invitational. Featured demo by William N. Valavanis (USA).
Expo Bonsai UK 2025 (6th Edition)
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Crawley, K2 Leisure Centre, Crawley, West Sussex, UK
International bonsai exhibition sponsored by the UK Bonsai Association.
Mistral Bonsai Conference 2025
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Tarragona, Mistral Bonsai, Camarles, Tarragona, Catalonia, Spain
International bonsai conference featuring masters Hiroki Miura (Japan), Germán Colmenares, and Piotr Czerniachowski.
Quang Ngai Province Ornamental Plants Exhibition 2025
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Quang Ngai, Provincial Convention and Exhibition Center, Quang Ngai, Vietnam
1,000+ bonsai, ornamental stones, flowers, and driftwood. 50 large bonsai honored for the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of Quang Ngai.
Bonsai-Fest 2025
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Newark, Newark Showground, Newark, Nottinghamshire, UK
Annual UK bonsai festival with vendors, exhibits, and demonstrations.
The Trophy 2025 (Noelanders Trophy)
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Genk, Jaarbeurslaan 6, 3600 Genk, Belgium
One of Europe's most prestigious international bonsai, suiseki, and ceramics exhibitions.
99th Kokufu-ten — Japan National Bonsai Exhibition
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Tokyo, Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Ueno Park, Tokyo, Japan
The world's most prestigious bonsai exhibition, 99th edition. Part 1: Feb 8–11, Part 2: Feb 13–16.
94th Meifu Bonsai Exhibition
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Nagoya, Fukiage Hall, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan
One of Japan's three largest bonsai exhibitions featuring 65 premier trees from the Chubu/Aichi region.
50th Gafu-ten — Shohin Bonsai Exhibition
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Kyoto, Miyako Messe Convention Center, Kyoto, Japan
Annual exhibition of shohin (small) bonsai, 50th edition. Over 1,000 exhibits of Japan's finest small bonsai.
Liuzhou Convention 2024
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Luizhou, China
<p>BCI registered members recieve a discounted price of $310. </p> <p>Payment methods:</p> <p>Paypal ( you do not need a Paypal account, you can pay with debit or credit card)</p> <p>US citizens: Instant payment bank transfer</p> <p>International: Wire Transfer</p>
XIII MOSTRA NAZIONALE ARTE BONSAI E SUISEKI - CATANZARO
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
CATANZARO, 88100 Catanzaro CZ, Italia
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22nd Trophy
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Genk, Genk, Belgium
International Bonsai ArtFest
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Pasar Seni Art Center,, Jakarta, Indonesia
Expo Bonsai UK
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Harlington Sports Centre, Harlington Sports Centre, Pinkwell Lane, Harlington, Middlesex. UB3 1PB
21st Trophy
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Genk, Genk, Belgium
The 5th African Bonsai Convention
Organizer: Bonsai Clubs International
Pretoria South Africa, Pretoria South Africa
