Flashlight Nights | Desert Botanical Garden

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Flashlight Nights

DATE: June 28 | July 19, 26 | Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | Sept. 6, 13
TIME: 7-9:30 p.m.
PRICE: Included in Membership or General admission


Beat the heat and experience the magic of the Garden after dark. Wander through the Garden’s trails by flashlight, come face-to-face with fascinating desert creatures and soak in the enchanting nighttime vibes. Discover a whole new side of the Garden and make it a night to remember with family and friends. Be sure and bring your flashlight!

Food and Beverage
S’mores, Breezy Pops and packaged snacks available.View our full program here.

June 28 – Pride Night
An Evening of CommUNITY

Celebrate the joy of diversity with family friendly activities in a safe and secure environment that is inclusive and accessible for all. Whether you come to celebrate your own journey, support someone you love or enjoy the beauty of the Garden, you’ll find activities that foster creativity, reflection and knowledge of the plants and animals that inhabit the Sonoran Desert.
  • Glow!: Get your glow necklace or bracelet as you enter then Garden and then create a message or artwork with Glow Chalk. Your thoughts carry the message of the night as we celebrate together. See what blossoms with your ideas.
  • Addis Thrasher: Join in the Glow Party on Ullman Terrace with performance artist Addis as her unique and interactive performance brings energy and excitement to diversity.
  • Scavenger Hunt: Discover the similarities between people and plants as lives are lived as nature created them. Exchange your card for a special UNITY gift as you leave at the end of the evening.

July 19 – Dark Discoveries
Join us for an evening of discovery as you explore what’s special about the desert at night. We’re kicking off the second part of our Flashlight Night season with three new activity stations that show off the desert’s wild side after sunset:

🔭 Stargazing Station – For the first time this season, we’re breaking out the telescope once it gets dark! Come observe the beauty of the night sky.
🔦 Fascinating Fluorescence – Watch ordinary rocks and desert blooms glow in amazing colors you can’t see during the day!
🕷️ Spidey Sense – Get up close (but not too close) to desert spiders and uncover why some spin webs and why others skip the silk.

It’s a fun, hands-on night perfect for curious minds of all ages. Don’t forget your flashlight and a sense of wonder!

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Become a member and get unlimited access all year!

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The Garden is closed June 30 - July 6 for construction. Access to the Garden will be restricted, including bus routes.
We will reopen July 7 at 7 a.m.