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  • Fathers Get in Free

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

    For Father's Day, we offer complimentary general admission to dads on Sunday June 15 from 9 am-4pm.

  • Magic in the Garden Summer Camp

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

    Experience the magic of the Garden through science experiments and imagination. Students will channel their inner wizard as they are sorted into houses, assigned a plant patronus, and create their own magic wand! Enrollment will ensure proficiency in botanical potions, herbology, plant defenses against the dark arts, 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

  • 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.

  • Music in the Garden: Son Peruchos

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

    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: Son Peruchos 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

  • 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. This week's theme: Bees

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • Music in the Garden: The June Bugs DSM RESCHEDULED

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

    RESCHEDULED TO JULY 1 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 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

  • 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. This week's theme: Mud

  • 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.

  • Succulent Potting Bar

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

    Learn about the adaptations of desert plants and take one home. Choose from a variety of succulent plants and learn how to pot one up like a professional. This drop-in style activity allows you to work at your own pace. Walk-up registration only. Available while supplies last. Admission not included. $10 per project.