The Hudson Gardens and Event Center

The Hudson Gardens and Event Center is the fulfillment of a dream that began in 1941 when Colonel King C. and Evelyn Leigh Hudson purchased five acres of land on the two-lane dirt road of Santa Fe Drive along the South Platte River. The story of King and Evelyn Hudson is of a Colorado business success, abiding love for the land and a commitment to beautification through horticulture. The legacy of Evelyn Hudson continues today in the form of The Hudson Gardens & Event Center, Colorado's premier outdoor regional display garden and event venue. The Gardens reflect the multitude of plants, flowers and trees and thrive in the dry Colorado climate, and include land that varies from high, dry prairie to wetlands near the river. Thirty acres of gardens are arranged in a continuous flow featuring ponds, wildlife, sculpture, a garden railroad, adventure hideaways and spectacular natural displays along a mile-and-a-quarter walking path. Quite simply, The Gardens are an oasis of serenity in the midst of the City that allow visitors to simply enjoy their distinct beauty or learn how to beautify their own yards and businesses.