First Lady Melania Trump Announces 2026 Fall Garden Tours

Summary: The White House announced its 2026 Fall Garden Tours, open to the public on Saturday, October 17 (10:00 AM–4:30 PM) and Sunday, October 18 (10:00 AM–2:30 PM). What's included: Visitors can view the South Lawn, Rose Garden, White House Kitchen Garden, the expanded White House Beehive, and the new helipad. Tickets: Free, but required for all attendees including children. Timed tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis (one per person) starting at 8:30 AM each day at a tent outside the White House Visitor Center (1450 Pennsylvania Avenue NW). Prohibited items include weapons, explosives, drones, bicycles/scooters, backpacks/bags exceeding 18"x13"x7", aerosols, lighters, e-cigarettes, electronic tablets, metal water bottles, selfie sticks, signs/flags, and wearable tech capable of recording photo/video, among others. Permitted items: Strollers, wheelchairs, non-metal-tipped umbrellas, cameras, and medical necessities (wheelchairs, scooters, glucose tablets, EpiPens) — medical items should be identified to Secret Service upon arrival. Weather contingency: The event may be canceled for inclement weather; visitors can call (202) 456-7040 for status updates. More details are available at WhiteHouse.gov/Visit.