Now through March 31
Harmony of color and beauty of form come together in this exhibition of paintings, drawings and monumental sculpture celebrating the visionary Colombian artist, Fernando Botero.
Now through March 31
Harmony of color and beauty of form come together in this exhibition of paintings, drawings and monumental sculpture celebrating the visionary Colombian artist, Fernando Botero.
Find Your Experience
In search of a stroller friendly day with the family, the perfect date-night spot, or a place to enjoy the local music scene? Look no further than Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona.
Desert Botanical Garden’s 85th Anniversary Celebration
Feb. 10-12
Celebrate Desert Botanical Garden’s 85th anniversary Feb. 10 – 12 with a special festivities, reduced admission rates, a commemorative discount on garden memberships and so much more!
Celebrate Black History Month
Feb. 2-4, 14-16, 23
Celebrate Black History Month at Desert Botanical Garden February 14 – 15. Walk through the trails to enjoy a day filled with activities that celebrate African Americans and the Arts.
Music in the Garden
Jan. 19, 26 | Feb. 2, 9, 16 | March 1, 8, 15, 29 | April 5, 12, 26 | May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Enjoy a stunning Garden backdrop as you experience local bands during this Friday’s night series.
Spring Plant Sale
March 14-17
Spring has sprung! Discover hundreds of varieties of native plants, succulents, cactus and pollinator-friendly species with more than 30,000 plants to choose from.
Spaces of Opportunity Day at the Garden
March 22
Learn more about Spaces of Opportunity a community initiative supported by Desert Botanical Garden.
Your Garden at Home
Explore Your Garden at Home for activities, stories of conservation, plants in bloom and more.
Celebrating 85 Years of the Garden:Then and Now
So many things have changed within and outside the Phoenix area since Desert Botanical Garden opened its doors in 1939. From technological advances to the urbanization of Papago Park, check out some of the distinction between 1939 and 2024 below.
Celebrating 85 Years of the Garden:GROWING UP IN THE GARDEN
In the late 1940s, brothers John and Arthur Earle would run around barefoot exploring their new home: Desert Botanical Garden.
Celebrating 85 Years of the Garden: THE GARDEN ANNOUNCES PRIVATE LABEL GIN COLLECTION WITH SANTAN SPIRITS
To commemorate Desert Botanical Garden’s 85th anniversary in February, we are thrilled to announce a private label gin collection in partnership with Chandler-based SanTan Distillery.
Celebrating 85 Years of the Garden: 85 Years and Counting
Over the years, you’ve watched Desert Botanical Garden transform and grow. Now, as we celebrate our 85th anniversary, the Garden is excited for what the future holds and wants to recognize what we have accomplished.
Celebrating 85 Years of the Garden: Wendy Hodgson, A Desert Botanical Garden Botanist Icon
Wendy Hodgson, Herbarium Curator Emerita and Senior Research Botanist is that rare individual at Desert Botanical Garden who came to a place for a job and stayed for a career.
Family Portraits Inspired by Fernando Botero
Portraits are works of art that can tell us what someone looks like, what they like or special characteristics about their personalities, or can tell us about an activity someone is doing. Partner up with a friend or family member. You will each create a portrait of yourself and another of your family.
Make A Date To Visit
See the daily lineup of activities, exhibits, events and classes at the Garden.
Harmony of color and beauty of form come together in this exhibition of paintings, drawings and monumental sculpture celebrating the visionary Colombian artist, Fernando Botero.
Info & Tickets
Explore the Garden with an expert who will highlight the living collection of desert plants from around the world and the Sonoran Desert. See how and why the Garden is committing to conserving these amazing organisms for generations to come.
Harmony of color and beauty of form come together in this exhibition of paintings, drawings and monumental sculpture celebrating the visionary Colombian artist, Fernando Botero.
Info & Tickets
Explore the Garden with an expert who will highlight the living collection of desert plants from around the world and the Sonoran Desert. See how and why the Garden is committing to conserving these amazing organisms for generations to come.
Harmony of color and beauty of form come together in this exhibition of paintings, drawings and monumental sculpture celebrating the visionary Colombian artist, Fernando Botero.
Info & Tickets
Explore the Garden with an expert who will highlight the living collection of desert plants from around the world and the Sonoran Desert. See how and why the Garden is committing to conserving these amazing organisms for generations to come.
- Fernando Botero: El Maestro 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Cactus Clubhouse 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Docent Tours 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Harmony of color and beauty of form come together in this exhibition of paintings, drawings and monumental sculpture celebrating the visionary Colombian artist, Fernando Botero.
Info & Tickets
Cactus Clubhouse has relocated as the Garden is growing and under construction. Please visit us in our new location in the Weisz Academic Bulding. In this temporary space, kids encounter several activity areas designed to spark independent play, while encouraging physical, cognitive and behavioral growth.
Info & Tickets
Explore the Garden with an expert who will highlight the living collection of desert plants from around the world and the Sonoran Desert. See how and why the Garden is committing to conserving these amazing organisms for generations to come.
- Fernando Botero: El Maestro 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Cactus Clubhouse 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Docent Tours 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Storytime 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Music in the Garden 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Harmony of color and beauty of form come together in this exhibition of paintings, drawings and monumental sculpture celebrating the visionary Colombian artist, Fernando Botero.
Info & Tickets
Cactus Clubhouse has relocated as the Garden is growing and under construction. Please visit us in our new location in the Weisz Academic Bulding. In this temporary space, kids encounter several activity areas designed to spark independent play, while encouraging physical, cognitive and behavioral growth.
Info & Tickets
Explore the Garden with an expert who will highlight the living collection of desert plants from around the world and the Sonoran Desert. See how and why the Garden is committing to conserving these amazing organisms for generations to come.
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.
Info & Tickets
Enjoy a stunning Garden backdrop as you experience local bands during this Friday’s night series.
Info & Tickets- Fernando Botero: El Maestro 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Dog Days at the Garden 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Desert Botanical Garden’s 85th Anniversary Celebration 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Cactus Clubhouse 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Docent Tours 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Harmony of color and beauty of form come together in this exhibition of paintings, drawings and monumental sculpture celebrating the visionary Colombian artist, Fernando Botero.
Info & Tickets
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.
Info & Tickets
Celebrate Desert Botanical Garden’s 85th anniversary Feb. 10 – 12 with a special festivities, reduced admission rates, a commemorative discount on garden memberships and so much more!
Info & Tickets
Cactus Clubhouse has relocated as the Garden is growing and under construction. Please visit us in our new location in the Weisz Academic Bulding. In this temporary space, kids encounter several activity areas designed to spark independent play, while encouraging physical, cognitive and behavioral growth.
Info & Tickets
Explore the Garden with an expert who will highlight the living collection of desert plants from around the world and the Sonoran Desert. See how and why the Garden is committing to conserving these amazing organisms for generations to come.
- Fernando Botero: El Maestro 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Desert Sol 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Desert Botanical Garden’s 85th Anniversary Celebration 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Cactus Clubhouse 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Docent Tours 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Harmony of color and beauty of form come together in this exhibition of paintings, drawings and monumental sculpture celebrating the visionary Colombian artist, Fernando Botero.
Info & Tickets
Immerse yourself in nature and the beauty of the Garden through yoga, cooking demos, educational talks, world music and more.
Info & Tickets
Celebrate Desert Botanical Garden’s 85th anniversary Feb. 10 – 12 with a special festivities, reduced admission rates, a commemorative discount on garden memberships and so much more!
Info & Tickets
Cactus Clubhouse has relocated as the Garden is growing and under construction. Please visit us in our new location in the Weisz Academic Bulding. In this temporary space, kids encounter several activity areas designed to spark independent play, while encouraging physical, cognitive and behavioral growth.
Info & Tickets
Explore the Garden with an expert who will highlight the living collection of desert plants from around the world and the Sonoran Desert. See how and why the Garden is committing to conserving these amazing organisms for generations to come.
Explore The Beauty
Think the desert is all dirt and tumbleweeds? Think again. Desert Botanical Garden is home to thousands of species of cactus, trees and flowers from all around the world spread across 55 acres in Phoenix, Arizona.
SUPPORT THE GARDEN YOU TREASURE
Protecting the Sonoran Desert is a year-round effort. Make a gift today to support Desert Botanical Garden in 2024 and beyond.
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