EXPERIENCES

LIGHT BLOOM by HYBYCOZO is a limited-time exhibit where nature and light converge. This mesmerizing display invites you to explore the Garden transformed by stunning geometric light installations that illuminate the beauty of the desert landscape in a new way.

The Leaf Connection showcases the vibrant plant diversity of the Phoenix metro area through an intricate display of hand-made, ceramic leaves at Webster Center. With more than 1,000 ceramic pieces, each leaf’s design is influenced by observations community scientists record on iNaturalist, an established online platform where nature lovers share information on biodiversity.

Cactus Clubhouse is a fun and immersive nature play space for kids 12 and younger. Kids can engage in activities that spark their curiosity for nature and encourage exploration.

Join Desert Botanical Garden for Storytime. Introduce your child five and younger to the beauty and wonder of nature through engaging books, songs, activities and play.

Let the rhythms of the season take hold at Music in the Garden. Our concert series is set against the backdrop of our vibrant Garden on select Friday evenings. Be it jazz, blues or contemporary, every concert promises an unforgettable evening.

Grab your pup and a leash and hit the trails Saturday mornings. Expect a day of nature-filled adventure and irresistible photo moments. 

Start your day connecting with nature during this memorable Sunrise Yoga session, led by Metta Yoga.

Let the soothing melodies of singing bowls and gongs transport you to a state of pure relaxation and meditation.

Come celebrate the magic of the Sonoran Desert, with the newest children’s book “Sonoran Desert’s Got Magic!”.

Experience sound meditation at the Garden in a peaceful sundown setting under twinkling lights.

Unwind and connect with nature during this memorable Sunset Yoga session, led by Metta Yoga.

Enjoy a weekend excursion with your four-legged friend through the Garden’s trails. A paw-fect place to enjoy the outdoors together with some great photo opps.

Children 3-5 and caretakers experience the wonder of nature through hands-on lessons that teach kids and adults how to splash, dig, climb and explore together through nature play concepts.

Immerse yourself in the healing power of nature through a variety of cultural and restoring traditions from around the world.

Tickets on sale Dec. 6

Join us for an epic lotería experience. Soak in the vibrant environment and claim amazing rewards as we play several rounds of the iconic Mexican game of chance. 21+

Introduce your child five and younger to the beauty and wonder of nature through engaging books, songs, activities and play.

Enjoy a stunning Garden backdrop as you experience local bands during this Friday’s night series.

“Sonoran Desert’s Got Magic!”, a new children’s book published by Desert Botanical Garden by authors Pam Hait and Martha Hunter Henderson and illustrated by Michael Hale was written and published in honor of Desert Botanical Garden’s 85th anniversary.

Enjoy a wine tasting experience featuring local and regional wines while you wander the Garden’s trails.

Local First Arizona’s 17th annual Devour Culinary Classic, the most anticipated tasting event of the year, will impress even the most skeptical of diners with its luscious eclectic fare Feb. 22-23, 2025.

Desert Botanical Garden will host an evening celebrating the impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in shaping Black history and culture.

Bring the magic of the desert into your garden or green space. Explore our expansive collection of 30,000 desert-adapted plants at the Spring Plant Sale. Expert advice and a picturesque outdoor shopping experience await. Give your landscape a dreamy makeover this spring.

The Garden presents its first-ever orchid exhibit, showcasing colorful blooms, delightful scents and wild textures that engage all the senses.

Fund the Farm celebration is a festive party helping grow Spaces of Opportunity! Enjoy local drinks and bites from some of the Valley’s best caterers and enjoy musical entertainment as you stroll the Garden.

Get your groove on in this outdoor roller disco! Skates provided. Must be five and older to skate.

Alongside a special orchid exhibit in our new Exhibits Gallery, Erica Hannickel will deliver a special talk on orchids and the role they have played inspiring freedom throughout history.

Dinner on the Desert 2025 blends the exquisite beauty of the Garden to create a memorable evening. Event Chair, Adriana Mirrietta looks forward to welcoming guests as you enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and the breathtaking Garden views.

Desert Botanical Garden is embarking on a new partnership with London-based pioneering artist studio ScanLAB Projects, bringing its groundbreaking visual and technical artwork here in 2025. The exhibit will be a first-of-its-kind in the Valley to connect science and nature at this scale in both indoor and outdoor environments.