Yoga in the Garden

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Take some time to relax and re-center yourself in the Botanical Garden’s lush conservatory. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for you. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Due to limited capacity, pre-registration is required. Ages 12+. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Sip & Stroll

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Celebrate the season with a glass of wine and a walk through the Botanical Garden. Learn about what is in bloom, what is coming soon, and timely updates from our Director of Horticulture Aaron Harpold. All participants must be at least 21 years of age. Registration required. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Sip & Stroll

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Celebrate the season with a glass of wine and a walk through the Botanical Garden. Learn about what is in bloom, what is coming soon, and timely updates from our Director of Horticulture Aaron Harpold. All participants must be at least 21 years of age. Registration required. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Bonsai for Beginners

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Discover the ancient Japanese art of bonsai, learn its fascinating history, how to care for these unique specimens, and how to wire and shape them into living sculptures. The class fee includes a starter bonsai plant. This is a two-part class. Registration includes both sessions. Registration required. Ages 18+. $90 Members, $100 Nonmembers Register Here

Roses & Rosé

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Join us for an introduction to all things roses. Learn about the history of roses and best practices for care and maintenance. Explore different varieties of roses and discuss qualities that make a rose compatible with your garden space while enjoying a refreshing glass of rosé. Registration is required, participants must be 21 and older to attend. $25.50 Members | $30 Nonmembers Register Here

Kombucha for Beginners

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Join Carissa Thoma from Down to Earth Living to learn how to brew this yummy, fermented drink at home! Topics include health benefits, flavoring, brew process, and more! All supplies will be provided and kombucha samples will be available. Pre-registration required. Ages 18+. $34 Members | $40 Nonmembers Register Here

Yoga in the Garden

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Take some time to relax and re-center yourself in the Botanical Garden’s lush conservatory. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for you. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Due to limited capacity, pre-registration is required. Ages 12+. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Honey Tasting

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Enjoy a sweet night at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden with Katie Flinn, trained honey sommelier and owner of Milk & Honey Orchard and Apiary. Learn about the important botanicals behind the different types of honeys, while tasting and experiencing a variety of unifloral honeys. Includes admission to Music in the Garden. Registration is required. Ages 12+. $34 Members, $40 Nonmembers Register Here

Garden Artists Summer Camp

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Our collection of plants and unique garden spaces inspire creativity to artists of all ages. With unlimited prompts from nature, campers will explore their creative side as they grow their artistic expression through painting, sculpting, garden design, flower arranging, and more! All camps run 9 am-4 pm and are designed for students entering first through fifth grade in fall 2025. Members: be sure to sign in at the top of the registration page to apply your member discount! Five-Day Camps: Members $255 Nonmembers $295 SIGN UP HERE

Botanical Dyes

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Experience plant magic with this hands-on workshop dedicated to botanical dyes! Learn the basics of how to make your own natural dyes from common plants as well as folding techniques to create fun and unique designs. Then dye your own beautiful textiles in a palette of natural colors. Participants receive one silk scarf and one flour sack towel to work with and are encouraged to bring one item of their own to dye as well. Registration required.          Ages 18+. $51 Members | $60 Nonmembers Register Here

Sip & Stroll

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Celebrate the season with a glass of wine and a walk through the Botanical Garden. Learn about what is in bloom, what is coming soon, and timely updates from our Director of Horticulture Aaron Harpold. All participants must be at least 21 years of age. Registration required. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Sip & Stroll

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Celebrate the season with a glass of wine and a walk through the Botanical Garden. Learn about what is in bloom, what is coming soon, and timely updates from our Director of Horticulture Aaron Harpold. All participants must be at least 21 years of age. Registration required. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

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