Week of Events
Fall Florals
Fall Florals
Get a jump on the seasonal spirit with a night of floral design fun! Combine fresh fall florals, a variety of dried florals, and fun accents in an artful arrangement atop a cute pumpkin.
The Ray Way
The Ray Way
The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden presents: The Ray Way An event series celebrating Asian heritage and culture and the efforts of Governor Robert D. Ray to welcome Asian refugees to the State of Iowa. Join a series of unique experiences and immerse yourself in the culture and history of our community. Asian Heritage & Celebration [...]
The Ray Way
The Ray Way
The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden presents: The Ray Way An event series celebrating Asian heritage and culture and the efforts of Governor Robert D. Ray to welcome Asian refugees to the State of Iowa. Join a series of unique experiences and immerse yourself in the culture and history of our community. Asian Heritage & Celebration [...]
Pilates and Plants
Pilates and Plants
Club Pilates will provide a 45 minute mat Pilates session that will benefit your core and small muscle groups. Much of the time will be spent on your mat (on your seat). Please bring your own mat and water. This program will take place outside as weather permits.
Trick or Trees
Trick or Trees
Join the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden for Trick or Trees, presented by VOYA. Event Details This family friendly festive event will have activities, entertainment, and trick-or-treating in the Garden. Visitors can participate in creeptastic educational activities about trees and spooky botanicals. Costumes are encouraged! Throughout the Garden enjoy and participate in: Botanical Garden [...]
Story Sprouts
Story Sprouts
Join us for this fun, interactive story time tailored toward children ages two to five that explores nature and plants. During each program, participants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Pre-registration not required. Saturday, October 1 (at Robert D. Ray Asian Garden) Paper Theater October 7 Apples October 14 Seeds October [...]