Eerie Evenings
October 25, 28, 29, 30 & 31, 2025 from 6-9 pm
New this year from the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden is Eerie Evenings, a night filled with lights, vibes, and spectral plants to add to your spooky season. Come roam the dome after hours! Flora will be onsite providing cash bar and concession services.
- TIMED TICKETS – get yours early to get the day and time you want. Last entry time will be 8:30pm.
Event Details
Ticket Prices
Join us 6-9 pm on one of these nights:
– Saturday, Oct 24, 2025
– Tuesday, Oct 28, 2025
– Wednesday, Oct 29, 2025
– Thursday, Oct 30, 2025
– Friday, Oct 31, 2025
- Adult – $12
- Senior – $11
- Active/Retired Military – $11
- Children 2-12 – $9
- Children 1 and under – free
- Ticket is for general admission to the indoor event
– Members get $6 off all ticket prices
Event Add Ons
- Embrace the spooky season with this self-guided activity. Participants can plant a vining succulent in a mini cauldron. Perfect for plant lovers and all those who just love Halloween. No registration needed. Ages 10+. Only Oct 28-30 from 6-9 pm.
- Learn about the creepy and wild side of the plant world from BOOtanical Garden staff, and even feed some of our carnivorous plants! All participants must be at least 21+. Registration required and includes Eerie Evenings access. Only Oct 30 at 5:30 pm–6:30pm OR 7 pm-8 pm.
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