EXPERIENCES

Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.

Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.

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.

Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.

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.

The VIP Pup Club is a paw-some way to make lasting memories with your best friend while exploring the desert’s natural wonder together.

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

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.

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

For the first time ever, your four‑legged friends get their very own night to sniff, stroll and shine at Garden After Dark.

Feel the pulse of Lotería Nights and FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse this spring.

Inspired by Desert Pulse, a dynamic multi-sensory art exhibit that captures the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert, these themed Garden parties are designed to ignite your senses and elevate your spirit.

Your Garden, Your Way! We believe nature should be accessible to everyone. On Community Day pay what you can. Pay $5, $10, $15 or any amount that works for you.

Join us for these informative presentations from Garden staff.

Discover the next wave of talent with our new series—uncover emerging artists, never-before-heard music and album drops designed to spark excitement for Garden members and music lover alike!

Flashlight Nights: Spring Edition invites you to discover the Sonoran Desert after dark. Bring a flashlight and explore the Garden at night.

Join us for the 40th Annual Dinner on the Desert on April 25, 2026, an enchanting evening hosted by Event Chair Hank Arens, celebrating our Garden family of friends, staff and volunteers.

Celebrate the moms in your life with a botanical good time! The Garden will offer a day to remember with complimentary photo opps, live entertainment, the Spring Butterfly Exhibit and more!

Beat the heat with your four-legged best friend. Early mornings are made for wagging tails and cool trails, and the Garden opens its paths for pups and their people to explore the desert together.

By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event.

Join us for Desert Discovery Camps, where campers explore nature and learn about the beauty of the desert.

Desert Botanical Garden is excited to participate in 602 Day in partnership with the City of Phoenix to promote community spirit! On June 2, you can visit the Garden for only $6.02 per ticket.

Begin your morning connecting with nature during this memorable Sunrise Yoga session, led by Metta Yoga. Together, in a Sonoran Desert oasis, breathe, stretch and embrace the cooler morning air whilst enjoying Garden views.

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

Celebrate Fri-YAY at the Garden. Kick start your weekend with themed Friday nights with a welcome drink and an evening in nature plus enjoy live music and pop-up activities.

Whether you’re planning a date night or a family adventure, discover the magic of Flashlight Nights.

Celebrate the rad dads in your life at Flashlight Nights on June 15.

Get your groove on at this outdoor roller disco night! Join us for a roller-skating pop-up at the Garden with the Zoni Girls.