Explore the Orchids Festival after hours at Kew Gardens Orchids Lates events for over 18s only. Enjoy an evening inside the Princess of Wales Conservatory celebrating the contemporary sights, senses and sounds of India's exotic and vibrant culture, with entertainment including:

•  Traditional Indian music performances played on the Indian violin by Jyotsna Srikanth.
•  Bodhi leaf and mandala colouring with Raksha Patel.
•  The chance to try on traditional Indian clothing at wardrobe drop-in sessions with Rupinder Kaur.
•  Have your hands and arms decorated with traditional freehand botanical inspired designs using plant based henna.
•  Nature yoga classes with Anil Jangi, connecting you with the earth and environment.
•  Indian ingredients sessions with Monisha Bharadwaj, teaching you about the different uses of Indian plants.

In addition, a variety of Kew experts from our Science and Horticultural teams will be on hand to chat to you about their fascinating work and how you can care for your orchids at home. Delicious Indian food and drink will also be available for purchase from bars and pop-up shops. Orchids Lates take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 February throughout the Orchids Festival from 6pm to 9.30pm (last entry at 9pm). Join in the conversation on Twitter and Instagram using #KewLates.