Summer at Desert Botanical Garden Awaits
A New Kind of Summer Season
New Extended Hours: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
This isn’t your average summer outing.
Sunny Daytime Experiences
Dog Days of Summer
Saturdays, May 16 – Sept. 26 | 6 – 10 a.m.
Beat the heat with your four-legged 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.
Desert Discovery Summer Camps
June 1 – 26
Join us for Desert Discovery Camps, where campers explore nature and learn about the beauty of the desert.
602 Day
June 2 | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
The Garden is excited to participate in 602 Day in partnership with the City of Phoenix to promote community spirit! On June 2, you can visit the Garden for only $6.02 per ticket.
Wellness Wednesdays: Sunrise Yoga
Wednesdays June 3 –Sept. 30 | 7 – 8 a.m.
Begin your morning connecting with nature during this memorable Sunrise Yoga session, led by Metta Yoga.
Tours & Family Activities
Daily
Explore the Garden on your own terms with guided docent tours, self-guided audio experiences, birding walks and trail adventures for all ages.
Vibrant Nighttime Experiences
Ballet Arizona: Ballet in Bloom
May 13–30
Two stunning ballet performances set against the desert landscape make for an unforgettable evening under the open sky.
Spring Garden: After Dark
Now – May 31 | 5:30-10 p.m.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter and the trails glow with color to create a perfect nighttime escape.
Desert Oasis Summer Garden After Dark
June 1 – Sept. 20 | 6-10 p.m.
Wander trails glowing with 12 light installations, a nightly themed music lineup and seasonal cocktails under the stars.
Wellness Wednesdays: Sunset Sound Meditation
Wednesdays June 3 –Sept. 30 | 6 – 7 p.m.
Let the soothing sounds of singing bowls and gongs carry you into a state of pure relaxation as the desert cools around you.
Desert Oasis Kickoff Weekend
June 5 – 7
Three nights of lights, music and desert vibes to launch the Garden’s boldest summer season yet.
Sonoran Sippin’
Fridays in June | 6 – 9 p.m.
Celebrate Fri-YAY at the Garden. Kick start your weekend with themed Friday nights and enjoy live music, pop-up activities and full access to Desert Oasis Garden After Dark.
Flashlight Nights
Saturdays, June 6 – Sept. 26 |
7 – 9:30 p.m.
Whether you’re planning a date night or a family adventure, discover the magic of Flashlight Nights. As the sun sets, the desert transforms revealing new sights, sounds and surprises after dark.
Father's Day at the Garden
June 20 | 7 – 10 p.m.
Explore glowing desert trails, enjoy hands-on activity stations, sip local craft beers and create a heartfelt card for dad’s and father-figures.
Dining
Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s has you covered all summer long.
Shopping
Take a little desert magic home with you from the Garden Shop.
Tours
Stroll the Garden’s trails with a self-guided audio tour.
