What started out as a one-night holiday event to showcase the vibrancy of the Sonoran Desert with luminaria-lit bags has now grown into a nearly months-long festive tradition at Desert Botanical Garden. Las Noches de las Luminarias was first introduced in 1978,...
Experience the magic of the season at Las Noches de las Luminarias, where 15 living plant displays transform Desert Botanical Garden into a breathtaking desert dreamscape. Beginning Nov. 28, the Garden is aglow for 19 enchanting nights, illuminated by 8,000 luminarias...
Spread the joy of the Garden this season with affordable gifts sold at the Garden Shop. Buy a holiday cactus to awaken your green space, soaps and mugs to spruce up your kitchen or give the gift that keeps on giving: a Garden membership. There are options for...
Celebrate the last Dog Days of 2025 with a special visit from Sonoran Santa! On Nov. 22, stroll the Garden’s trails with your furry friend, and snap your own complimentary festive photo with the family, your pup and Sonoran Santa! Plus, the first 300 dogs will...
As the holiday season draws closer, keep your eyes peeled for a super special cactus that steals the show this time of year: the Holiday cactus. The colorful cactus you spot in stores are hybrids of the Schlumbergera species, flaunting an assortment of blossoming...
‘Tis the season to start celebrating the holidays. What better way than to create your own Luminaria bag! Luminarias have a long history of communication, light, and celebration at the Garden. The tradition comes from Mexico where it has been celebrated for many years...
SONORAN STEPS Garden Hours October 11- May 10Monday-Wednesday : 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.Thursday -Sunday: – 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.7 a.m. Members-only Sundays and Wednesdays Welcome to the Desert Pulse Audio Tour. This is a self‑guided audio journey designed to accompany you as you...
FIVE IMMERSIVE INSTALLATIONS AWAIT The Insider’s Guide to Experiencing Framerate: Desert Pulse STOP, EXPERIENCE, LISTEN FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse will change your perspective of the Sonoran Desert. At each installation, take a moment to sit, observe and listen. Sound...
On Nov. 6, Desert Botanical Garden launches its first Desert Views: A Conversation Series. Join this engaging discussion exploring how technology and conservation intersect to bring FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse to life. This month’s panel features photographer Charles...
