Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

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909 Robert D. Ray Dr
Des Moines, IA 50309 Get Directions

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  • Junior Botany

    Junior Botanists Summer Camp 6.15-6.19

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

    Learn how plant scientists think, explore, and discover the amazing world of plants as we dive into botanical dissections, plantings, and experiments. With curiosity at its core, Junior Botanists is perfect for young budding scientists looking to grow their understanding of the plant kingdom! 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 $265 Nonmembers $305 REGISTER HERE

    $305

  • Music in the Garden: The Textures

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

    Experience Music in the Garden all summer long at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. This popular outdoor concert series takes place on Thursday evenings in the picturesque Koehn Garden. Surrounded by lush plantings and the Botanical Garden’s signature walled landscape, the setting provides a one-of-a-kind backdrop for an evening of live music. Each week features regional and local bands performing a variety of musical styles, creating a relaxed and lively atmosphere for gathering with friends, enjoying great food and drinks, and celebrating summer in the Garden. Tickets may be purchased in advance online or at the door throughout the concert season. Single Concert Tickets* Members Adult — $7 Senior — $6 Child — $4 Non-Members Adult — $14 Senior — $13 Child — $11 *Children’s pricing applies to ages as defined by standard Botanical Garden admission categories. Season Pass Member — $70 Non-Member — $140 Season passes provide admission to all 12 concerts and include early entry at 5:30 PM each week.

    $14

  • Kombucha, Jun, & Lacto-Fermented Sodas

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

    Discover the art of yummy, fermented sippers in this hands-on workshop with Iowa Wildcraft. Learn the health benefits, brewing basics, taste samples, and walk through the process of creating kombucha, jun, and lacto-fermented sodas! After learning how, take home everything you need to get started on your own. Price includes presentation and instruction, demonstration, recipes, SCOBY, starter tea, and samples! Includes admission to Music in the Garden to enjoy after the program. Members save on classes and more. Interested in becoming a member? Sign up here. $90 Members | $100 Nonmembers REGISTER HERE Experience Music in the Garden—a popular outdoor concert series Thursday evenings in the picturesque Koehn Garden. Surrounded by lush plantings and the Botanical Garden’s signature walled landscape, the setting provides a one-of-a-kind backdrop for an evening of live music. This week's performers are The Textures

    $100
  • Junior Botany

    Junior Botanists Summer Camp 6.15-6.19

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

    Learn how plant scientists think, explore, and discover the amazing world of plants as we dive into botanical dissections, plantings, and experiments. With curiosity at its core, Junior Botanists is perfect for young budding scientists looking to grow their understanding of the plant kingdom! 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 $265 Nonmembers $305 REGISTER HERE

    $305
  • Yoga in the Garden

    Yoga in the Garden

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

    Relax and re-center yourself with Yoga in the Garden within the Botanical Garden’s lush atmosphere. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for all levels. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Not a member yet? Join here. $21.25 Members | $25 Nonmembers REGISTER HERE   Explore Wellness in the Garden – presented by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield The Botanical Garden offers a beautiful setting where people can find peace, rejuvenation, spark memories, evoke feelings, and bring people together. The therapeutic power of nature is well-known and diverse in approaches. Medicinal plants, healthy plant-based foods, peaceful settings for journaling, exercise, and fresh air are just a few ways in which plants and nature support wellness. We partner with experienced instructors and educators from our community to offer year-round wellness programs that encourage people to enhance their well-being. From physical to mental to environmental well-being, this series of programs intends to improve many different dimensions of wellness. Presenting Sponsor: Supporting Sponsor:

    $25
  • Junior Botany

    Junior Botanists Summer Camp 6.15-6.19

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

    Learn how plant scientists think, explore, and discover the amazing world of plants as we dive into botanical dissections, plantings, and experiments. With curiosity at its core, Junior Botanists is perfect for young budding scientists looking to grow their understanding of the plant kingdom! 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 $265 Nonmembers $305 REGISTER HERE

    $305
  • extended summer Evenings

    Extended Summer Evenings

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

    From June through September, the Botanical Garden stays open late on Tuesdays and Fridays—giving you more time to enjoy the beauty of summer, your way. Come early. Stay late. Or arrive just in time for sunset. Wander paths in full bloom, relax on the lawn, or take in the glow of golden hour across the gardens. Whether you’re meeting friends, planning a date night, or enjoying a family outing, Extended Summer Evenings offer a flexible, welcoming way to experience the Botanical Garden. PLAN YOUR EVENING of golden hours filled with flowers. Members and donors enjoy free access. Not a member yet? Join here.

    $12
  • Junior Botany

    Junior Botanists Summer Camp 6.15-6.19

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

    Learn how plant scientists think, explore, and discover the amazing world of plants as we dive into botanical dissections, plantings, and experiments. With curiosity at its core, Junior Botanists is perfect for young budding scientists looking to grow their understanding of the plant kingdom! 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 $265 Nonmembers $305 REGISTER HERE

    $305
  • Junior Botany

    Junior Botanists Summer Camp 6.15-6.19

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

    Learn how plant scientists think, explore, and discover the amazing world of plants as we dive into botanical dissections, plantings, and experiments. With curiosity at its core, Junior Botanists is perfect for young budding scientists looking to grow their understanding of the plant kingdom! 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 $265 Nonmembers $305 REGISTER HERE

    $305
  • Story Sprouts Children's Story Time

    Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time

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

    Join us for Story Sprouts Children's Story Time on Fridays this summer! This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring setting of the Botanical Garden. During each program participants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Explore the indoor or outdoor gardens with your kids, including Nature Play™, before or after the program. Your children will love it! Story Sprouts is included with general admission. Members enjoy free access. Not a member yet? Sign up here to enjoy free general admission and discounts to classes and events all season long. Theme: Frogs

    $12
  • extended summer Evenings

    Extended Summer Evenings

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

    From June through September, the Botanical Garden stays open late on Tuesdays and Fridays—giving you more time to enjoy the beauty of summer, your way. Come early. Stay late. Or arrive just in time for sunset. Wander paths in full bloom, relax on the lawn, or take in the glow of golden hour across the gardens. Whether you’re meeting friends, planning a date night, or enjoying a family outing, Extended Summer Evenings offer a flexible, welcoming way to experience the Botanical Garden. PLAN YOUR EVENING of golden hours filled with flowers. Members and donors enjoy free access. Not a member yet? Join here.

    $12

  • Wilderness Rangers Summer Camp 6.8-6.12

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

    Become a protector of nature from the plants and animals of your backyard, to endangered species all over the globe! Discover how all parts of nature work together through plantings, wilderness exploration, and discovery of wildlife hiding right under your nose. Five-Day Camps: Members $265 Nonmembers $305 THIS CAMP IS FULL. Please add your name to the WAITLIST HERE.

    $305