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  • Book Club: An opened book with the pages being flipped. This class falls within the wellness category.

    Botany Book Club

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

    Join our monthly book club nestled in the beauty of the Botanical Garden. Enjoy refreshments and discussions about the latest read  "A Botanist’s Guide to Parties and Poisons" by Kate Khavari. Registration includes meetings and refreshments (books not included). Pre-registration required. $10 Members | $15 Nonmembers Register Here SEASONAL SAVINGS* Sign up for 3 or more classes occurring between now and December 31, 2025, and receive 20% off. No code needed, just add eligible classes to your cart and the discount automatically applies. *Must be purchased in one transaction. Signature event tickets are not included.

  • Meditation at Yoga in the Garden on Jan 7

    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 18+. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here SEASONAL SAVINGS* Sign up for 3 or more classes occurring between now and December 31, 2025, and receive 20% off. No code needed, just add eligible classes to your cart and the discount automatically applies. *Must be purchased in one transaction. Signature event tickets are not included.

  • Succulent Cauldron ACTIVITY

    Succulent Cauldron Planter

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

    Embrace the spooky season with this Drop-In activity. In this self guided class, you’ll have the opportunity to plant a vining succulent in a mini cauldron. It's a fun thing to do that's perfect for plant lovers and Halloween enthusiasts alike. No registration needed. Ages 10+. $12 per adult participant

  • Eerie Evenings

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

    October 28 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. PURCHASE TICKETS

  • Eerie Evenings

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

    October 29 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. PURCHASE TICKETS

  • Succulent Cauldron ACTIVITY

    Cauldron Succulent Planter

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

    Embrace the spooky season with this mini cauldron succulent drop-in activity. In this self guided class, you’ll have the opportunity to plant a vining succulent in a mini cauldron. It's a fun thing to do that's perfect for plant lovers and Halloween enthusiasts alike. No registration needed. Ages 10+. $12 per adult participant.

  • Eerie Evenings

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

    October 30 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. PURCHASE TICKETS

  • Halloween Happy Hour

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

    Haunt the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden after hours as you dive into the spooky world of plants during Halloween Happy Hour. Learn about the creepy and wild side of the plant world from BOOtanical Garden staff. Then feed some of our carnivorous plants—before they find a meal for themselves! All participants must be at least 21 years of age. Registration required. Admission to Eerie Evenings is included. $25.50 Members | $30 Nonmembers Register SEASONAL SAVINGS* Sign up for 3 or more classes occurring between now and December 31, 2025, and receive 20% off. No code needed, just add eligible classes to your cart and the discount automatically applies. *Must be purchased in one transaction. Signature event tickets are not included.

  • Story Sprouts | Life in the Desert

    Story Sprouts | Pumpkin-palooza

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

    Join us for Story Sprouts | Theme: Pumpkin-palooza 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.

  • Eerie Evenings

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

    October 31 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. PURCHASE TICKETS

  • Succulent Cauldron ACTIVITY

    Succulent Cauldron Planter

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

    Embrace the spooky season with this Succulent Cauldron Planter Drop-In activity. In this self guided class, you’ll have the opportunity to plant a vining succulent in a mini cauldron. It's a fun thing to do that's perfect for plant lovers and Halloween enthusiasts alike. No registration needed. Ages 10+. $12 per adult participant

  • 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 with timely updates from our Director of Horticulture Aaron Harpold. Ages 21+. Registration required. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here