Dome After Dark

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

January 3 to March 28, 2025. 6-10 pm every Friday Night. Light up your Friday Nights at Dome After Dark at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden where the weather is warm and the vibe is chill. Extend your weekend in our warm, tropical urban oasis filled with lights, music and refreshment. Get your tickets now or at the door.  

Botanical Blues

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

January 5 to March 30, 2025. Shows start at 1 pm. Your favorite Sunday Blues in Des Moines is BACK! March 9 Steve E. George Sponsored by Nationwide

Tea Mixology

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

This lively class covers everything you need to make your own herbal loose leaf tea blends. Mix your own herbal blends with Ryan and Mary from Red Dragon Herbs & Teas, with stories and anecdotes along the way. Registration required. Ages 12+. $34 Members | $40 Nonmembers Register Here

Botanical Blues 2

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

January 5 to March 30, 2025. Shows start at 3 pm. Your favorite Sunday Blues in Des Moines is BACK! March 9 Steve E. George Sponsored by Nationwide

Needle Felted Shamrocks

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

Experience the art of needle-felting! You'll learn techniques to create beautiful felted wool artwork using just wool and a needle in this beginner-friendly workshop. Follow along step-by-step to make a few lucky shamrocks or create freely with a rainbow of colors! All tools and supplies will be provided for use during the workshop, including a 4” hoop for framing your work. Because we’ll be using sharp needles, this workshop is recommended for ages ten and up, with adult assistance required for younger participants. Led by artist Megan Hammer. $51 Members | $60 Nonmembers Register Here

Story Sprouts

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

Join us for a fun, interactive story time that explores nature and plants. During each program participants will enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Included with general admission.

Dome After Dark

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

January 3 to March 28, 2025. 6-10 pm every Friday Night. Light up your Friday Nights at Dome After Dark at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden where the weather is warm and the vibe is chill. Extend your weekend in our warm, tropical urban oasis filled with lights, music and refreshment. Get your tickets now or at the door.  

Botanical Blues

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

January 5 to March 30, 2025. Shows start at 1 pm. Your favorite Sunday Blues in Des Moines is BACK! March 16 Ducharme Jones Sponsored by Nationwide

Botanical Blues 2

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

January 5 to March 30, 2025. Shows start at 3 pm. Your favorite Sunday Blues in Des Moines is BACK! March 16 Ducharme Jones Sponsored by Nationwide

Guardians of the Garden Spring Break Camp

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

Team up with the best gardeners in the galaxy as we dig up secrets about the awesome power of plants from all corners of the globe. From medicine and food, to engineering and building materials, plants might just be the heroes this world needs. Our innovative day camps for kids inspire youth to create, explore and discover in our unique garden classrooms. Spring Break Two-Day Camps: Members $127.50 Nonmembers $150 REGISTER HERE

Air Plant Homes Drop In

Learn more about these unique plants that do not require soil to grow, then decorate a glass orb with natural materials to house your very own air plant. This is a self-guided activity that allows guests to work at their own pace. $10 per project. Walk-up registration only. Available while supplies last.  

Guardians of the Garden Spring Break Camp

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

Team up with the best gardeners in the galaxy as we dig up secrets about the awesome power of plants from all corners of the globe. From medicine and food, to engineering and building materials, plants might just be the heroes this world needs. Our innovative day camps for kids inspire youth to create, explore and discover in our unique garden classrooms. Spring Break Two-Day Camps: Members $127.50 Nonmembers $150 REGISTER HERE

Due to inclement weather, the Botanical Garden will be closing at 2 PM on 2/5/2025.
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