Experience Desert Oasis:
Summer at the Garden
SUMMER DAYS
Morning strolls and audio tours
Sunrise Yoga
Gertrude's now open at 6 a.m.
Dog Days
Summer Nights
12 New Glowing Installations
Sunset Meditation
Events & Music
Check Out the New Cactus Cantina
plan your week at the garden
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.
Summer Stories
Discover planting tips, behind the scenes stories, summer blooms and everything in between in our Summer Stories series.
New: Quail House Coffee & Creamery Opening this Fall
Desert Botanical Garden will welcome a new food and beverage destination this fall with the opening of Quail House Coffee & Creamery.
2040 Compass: North Star 2
As our region continues to grow and adapt to a changing climate, sharing those stories and lessons becomes more important than ever. That’s why the second North Star of the Garden’s strategic plan, the 2040 Compass, focuses on bringing desert stories and impact to life.
Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s Begins Early Hours at 6 a.m. & Fresh Dining Options
If you love the new early morning hours at the Garden, we’ve got great news. Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s is now opening bright and early at 6 a.m., giving guests a chance to enjoy the Garden mornings with something delicious to start the day.
Desert Blooms Are Still Going Strong at the Garden
June in the Sonoran Desert has a beauty all its own and the Garden’s trails are still alive with color and unforgettable blooms.
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