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

Each week features an expert speaker and gives you the chance to enjoy the warm, tropical setting of the Botanical Garden. Growing as a gardener during the winter will result in amazing home gardens in the summer. March 1 – KEYNOTE Beyond Sustainability Using our Landscapes as a Source for Environmental Change Kim Eierman Keynote single day Saturday Mar 8 $30 member |  $40 nonmember Price per Saturday Jan 18 – Mar 8 $12 member | $18 nonmember Season pass includes all 8 weeks! $100 member | $150 nonmember Tickets include in-person, virtual, and recorded viewing options. REGISTER HERE

Learn on Saturdays

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

Each week features an expert speaker and gives you the chance to enjoy the warm, tropical setting of the Botanical Garden. Growing as a gardener during the winter will result in amazing home gardens in the summer. March 8 –  Growing a Greener Garden: Native Garden implementation and Management by Dan Schutte Price per Saturday  $12 member | $18 nonmember Tickets include in-person, virtual, and recorded viewing options. REGISTER HERE

First Fridays

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

The Botanical Garden is open until 7:30 pm for First Fridays in the East Village. Come enjoy our urban oasis and the warmer weather. Join us at Flora inside for happy hour from 4-7 pm. Begin your weekend enjoying light bites & exclusive drink specials paired with a gorgeous view. Remember–FREE parking in our lot and along Robert D Ray Drive! Apr 4 May 2 Jun 6 Aug 1 Sep 5

Iowa Bonsai Association Spring Show & Sale

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

Bonsai is an Asian art form which incorporates artistic and horticultural skills and techniques to produce small trees in containers that mimic the spirit, shape, and proportions of full-size trees in nature. Come explore the Iowa Bonsai Association’s Spring Show and Sale this April 18 and 19. Included with admission.

Iowa Bonsai Association Spring Show & Sale

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

Bonsai is an Asian art form which incorporates artistic and horticultural skills and techniques to produce small trees in containers that mimic the spirit, shape, and proportions of full-size trees in nature. Come explore the Iowa Bonsai Association’s Spring Show and Sale this April 19. Included with FREE Earth Day admission.

First Fridays

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

The Botanical Garden is open until 7:30 pm for First Fridays in the East Village. Come enjoy our urban oasis and the warmer weather. Join us at Flora inside for happy hour from 4-7 pm. Begin your weekend enjoying light bites & exclusive drink specials paired with a gorgeous view. Remember–FREE parking in our lot and along Robert D Ray Drive! May 2 Jun 6 Aug 1 Sep 5

Closed for Memorial Day

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

The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is closed on Memorial Day. We will open again on Tuesday.

Summer Happy Hours

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

The Botanical Garden is open later for you to enjoy more when the weather is warmer. Enjoy the indoor and outdoor gardens, sips and snacks from Flora, along with time to unwind at your own pace. Jun 3 - Sep 30. Tuesdays and Fridays 5 to 7:30pm.

First Fridays

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

The Botanical Garden is open until 7:30 pm for First Fridays in the East Village. Come enjoy our urban oasis and the warmer weather. Join us at Flora inside for happy hour from 4-7 pm. Begin your weekend enjoying light bites & exclusive drink specials paired with a gorgeous view. Remember–FREE parking in our lot and along Robert D Ray Drive! Jun 6 Aug 1 Sep 5

Summer Happy Hours

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

When the sun starts to set, nature comes alive. Join us at the Botanical Garden for Summer Happy Hours Tuesdays and Fridays until 7:30pm. Toast to the weather with drinks and refreshment from Flora or just wander around the most beautiful botanical view in town! Runs until Sep 30.

Summer Happy Hours

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

When the sun starts to set, nature comes alive. Join us at the Botanical Garden for Summer Happy Hours Tuesdays and Fridays until 7:30pm. Toast to the weather with drinks and refreshment from Flora or just wander around the most beautiful botanical view in town! Runs until Sep 30.

Summer Happy Hours

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

When the sun starts to set, nature comes alive. Join us at the Botanical Garden for Summer Happy Hours Tuesdays and Fridays until 7:30pm. Toast to the weather with drinks and refreshment from Flora or just wander around the most beautiful botanical view in town! Runs until Sep 30.

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