Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona | DBG

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Desert Botanical Garden

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Nature’s Feature Film. Get a Front Row View.

FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse turns the slow-moving desert into a cinematic experience. Five immersive installations. Thousands of images. One unforgettable journey. Now at Desert Botanical Garden.
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Nov. 28-30 | Dec. 5-6, 12-14, 18-23, 26-30

Experience the magic of the season with glowing luminaria paths, sparkling lights, live entertainment and festive treats. Plus, be captivated by FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse for an immersive Sonoran Desert holiday like never before.

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Orchid Feature
Orchid Feature
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Nov. 28-30 | Dec. 5-6, 12-14, 18-23, 26-30

Experience the magic of the season with glowing luminaria paths, sparkling lights, live entertainment and festive treats. Plus, be captivated by FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse for an immersive Sonoran Desert holiday like never before.

Tickets on sale now!

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.

Dog Days at the Garden

Nov. 22

Join us at this Dog Day a chance to frolic with Sonoran Santa at Dog Days at the Garden. Snap your own complimentary festive photo with the family, your pup and Sonoran Santa! First 300 dogs will receive complimentary holiday-themed dog treats.

Cactus Clubhouse

Thursdays – Sundays | Oct. 11 – May 10

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.

Bar Flies: Live at Desert Pulse

Nov. 20

In partnership with Bar Flies, each night storytellers will share impactful stories that build upon and reflect the messages of Desert Pulse.

Storytime

Nov. 21, 22 | Dec. 5, 6, 19, 20

Spark your child’s love for nature with engaging stories, songs and hands-on activities. Designed for children five and under and their caregivers, each session offers a playful introduction to the wonders of the natural world.

Las Noches De Las Luminarias

Nov. 28-30 | Dec. 5-6, 12-14, 18-23, 26-30

Join us for glowing luminaria-lit trails, twinkling holiday lights, musical performances, entertainment and festive food and drinks. Gather your loved ones and make unforgettable holiday memories at the Garden.

Your Garden at Home

Explore Your Garden at Home for activities, stories of conservation, plants in bloom and more.

Sonoran Santa at the Garden

Celebrate the last Dog Days of 2025 with a special visit from Sonoran Santa! ...

A Walking Adventure at Desert Botanical Garden

Get Your Steps! A Walking Adventure at Desert Botanical Garden. If you’re chasing your daily step goal and craving a dose of desert beauty, the Garden is your perfect playground.

The Insider’s Guide to Experiencing Framerate: Desert Pulse

STOP, EXPERIENCE, LISTEN: The music and visuals of Desert Pulse are woven together in a mesmerizing loop that plays several times per hour. So slow down, tune in and let the desert speak.

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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 2025 and beyond.