What is better than books and botany? Each month during the program, read a book with us about or involving plants. Start your season off right by joining other botanical book lovers for discussions and refreshments while immersed in the beauty of the Garden. Registration includes onsite book club meetings and refreshments. Registration does not include books. Pre-registration required. Ages 18+. $10 Members | $15 Nonmembers Register Here
This class will introduce you to the wonders of using leaves, flowers, barks, seeds and berries into a range of bases for non-alcoholic drinks. Recipes, demonstrations and tastings included. Pre-registration is required. Ages 18+. $34 Members | $40 Nonmembers Register Here
RESCHEDULED FROM JUNE 26 Join us in the picturesque Koehn Garden for our beloved Music in the Garden outdoor summer concert series! It's a one-of-a-kind backdrop for local and regional musical acts. Tonight's Act: The June Bugs DSM. Buy tickets beforehand or at the door! Single Concert Tickets* Member Adult: $6 Member Senior: $5 Member Child: $3 Non-member Adult: $12 Non-member Senior: $11 Non-member Child: $9 Buy Single Concert Tickets here *Garden Giving Club, Pineapple Membership, Museums for All—complimentary
Gardens are a lovely place to walk. The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden has a stunning indoor environment during the winter months and is a unique alternative to a gym or health club, offering warm temperatures and a place where beautiful scenery changes weekly. Walking through the garden is an energizing experience. Join us for Walking Wednesdays to help you fight stress, strengthen your mind and body, and feel rejuvenated. Pre-registration is encouraged Free for Members | $12 Nonmembers Register Here
Join us in the picturesque Koehn Garden for our beloved Music in the Garden outdoor summer concert series! It's a one-of-a-kind backdrop for local and regional musical acts. Tonight's Act: Weary Ramblers Season Pass—Save money and enjoy ALL the concerts* Member Single Adult: $40 Member Single Child: $20 Non-member Single Adult: $100 Non-member Single Child: $50 Buy Season Pass Tickets here Single Concert Tickets* Member Adult: $6 Member Senior: $5 Member Child: $3 Non-member Adult: $12 Non-member Senior: $11 Non-member Child: $9 Buy Single Concert Tickets here *Garden Giving Club, Pineapple Membership, Museums for All—complimentary
NEW! Buckle up, secure your goggles, and dive into the wacky world of plants that break the rules. Dissect, experiment, and explore while investigating the most unusual and rebellious plant species around the globe. 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 WAIT LIST
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.
Join us in the picturesque Koehn Garden for our beloved Music in the Garden outdoor summer concert series! It's a one-of-a-kind backdrop for local and regional musical acts. Tonight's Act: NOLA Jazz Single Concert Tickets* Member Adult: $6 Member Senior: $5 Member Child: $3 Non-member Adult: $12 Non-member Senior: $11 Non-member Child: $9 Buy Single Concert Tickets here *Garden Giving Club, Pineapple Membership, Museums for All—complimentary
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. This week's theme: Play Outside!
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.
Experience the Garden using ALL of your senses at our Seasonal Shinrin-yoku Series! Shinrin-yoku, or "forest bathing," is the Japanese philosophy of immersing yourself in the forest atmosphere in order to reap the restorative benefits. Forest bathing boosts immunity, lowers blood pressure and stress hormones, prevents and relieves stress and anxiety and increases cognitive functioning. Guided forest bathing walks are appropriate for all ages and abilities. Each session will end with a nature-based tea ceremony. Sign up for one, or all the sessions in this series and experience the Garden through the seasons. Enjoy complimentary admission to the Garden included with event registration! AND enjoy the Garden a full hour before it opens to the public during this morning experience! Ages 16+. $25.50 Members, $30 Nonmembers Register Here
NEW! Investigate how plants around the world revolutionize art, music, science, conservation, and cuisine in amazing ways! From fiber arts and design to foods across continents, learn how plants and people work together to change the world. 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 WAIT LIST