OPEN DAILY 8 A.M.|7 A.M. FOR MEMBERS WED. & SUN.

Summer at Desert Botanical Garden Awaits

Experience Desert Oasis:
Summer at the Garden

SUMMER DAYS

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Morning strolls and audio tours

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Sunrise Yoga

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Gertrude's now open at 6 a.m.

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Dog Days

Summer Nights

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12 New Glowing Installations

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Sunset Meditation

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Events & Music

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Check Out the New Cactus Cantina

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All New! Desert Oasis Garden After Dark

Now – Sept. 30

All New! 12 light installations now on view at Garden After Dark throughout the Garden trails. This brand-new shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season.

Wellness Wednesdays: Sunset Sound Meditation

Wednesdays, Now – Sept. 30

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

Wellness Wednesdays: Sunrise Yoga

Wednesdays, Now – Sept. 30

Begin your morning connecting with nature during this memorable Sunrise Yoga session, led by Metta Yoga.

Dog Days of Summer

Saturdays, Now – Sept. 26

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.

Flashlight Nights: Summer Edition

Saturdays, Now – Sept. 26

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

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12 New Installations for Summer!

Summer Stories

Discover planting tips, behind the scenes stories, summer blooms and everything in between in our Summer Stories series.

How Garden Scientists Are Helping the Sonoran Desert Survive a Hotter Future

At the Garden, scientists are working to answer some of the biggest questions facing the Southwest.

Summer Survival Tips at the Garden

Although monsoon rains have brought cooler temps to Desert Botanical Garden, summers in the Sonoran Desert are hot and dry, as well as humid. To ensure your experience is safe and enjoyable, the Garden has compiled a list of cool tips for summer visits.

2040 Compass: North Star 3

As the Garden looks toward its centennial in 2040, it is setting an ambitious goal: to establish the global standard for desert plant showcase.

Can You Beat the Heat?

Measure temperatures in your yard or neighborhood. Make a plan to keep cool!

Your Garden, Your Way

Open early and late, visit 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. Trails, Gertrude's by Tarbell's and Garden Shop closed 1-5 p.m. for peak heat.
Weather Alert: Open earlier, open later: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
The Garden will close at 3 p.m. Friday, March 20 for Fund the Farm Celebration
Weather Alert : Open earlier, open later: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.