Strange Garden
Oct. 22-31
7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Discover family-friendly adventures, an adults-only Spirit Walk, live music and a special costumed morning with the dogs, each bringing a different kind of strange to the Garden.
Fall Hours
7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Oct. & Nov.
Admission Pricing Starting At:
Adult (18+): $32.95
Children (2–17): $14.95
More to Discover Every Day
Cooler mornings and longer evenings mean it’s time to step outside and experience the cozy, festive fall atmosphere at the Garden.
Fall's Can't Miss Festivals Are Here
With four unique festivals, we’ve got something for everyone: seasonal activities, glowing trails, rare plants, candlelit altars and spicy-sweet bites.
50th Anniversary Plant Sale
Oct. 22 | 7 – 10 a.m
Member VIP Shopping Experience
Oct. 22: Member Day | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Oct. 23-26: General Public | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Free – no tickets or reservations required
Shop an exceptional collection of native plants, cactus, agaves, succulents, trees, shrubs, herbs, vegetables and seasonal décor at the 50th Anniversary fall plant sale.
Día de Muertos Festival
Nov. 6-9
7 a.m. - 10 p.m.
For four days, The Garden transforms into a vibrant celebration of memory and connection. Return to a world of bright marigolds, radiant altars and festive trails, where art and tradition come together under the desert sky.
Chiles & Chocolate Festival
Nov. 13-15
11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
From sweet indulgences to fiery favorites, Chiles & Chocolate Festival is a celebration of flavor, discovery and the deliciously unexpected. Bring your appetite and experience this one-of-a-kind weekend.
The Garden's Trails Are Made for Fall's Perfect Moments
Every Week at the Garden
- Mondays
- Monday Sips & Strolls
- Tuesdays
- Tuesday Tacos and Tequila
- Wednesdays
- Wednesday Dog Nights
- Thursdays
- Thursday Sunset Socials
More Fall Experiences
Included With Admission
Cactus Clubhouse
Thursdays – Sundays
Now – May 9
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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.
Ticketed
Sunrise Sanctuary: Yoga Flow
Fridays
Now - Nov. 27
7 a.m. – 8 a.m.
Together, in a Sonoran Desert oasis, breathe, stretch and embrace the cooler morning air during this all-levels yoga class.
Ticketed
Sunset Sound Meditation
Oct. 20, 27; Nov. 3, 17, 24
6-7 p.m.
This fall, experience sound meditation at the Garden in a peaceful sunset setting.
Ticketed
Desert Views: A Conversation Series
Oct. 28
5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Join us for an exclusive evening with bestselling author David George Haskell and learn about the creative powers of flowering plants.
Ticketed
Music in the Garden: Concert Series
Oct. 30; Nov. 6, 13, 20
6-9 p.m. | Headliner: 7-9 p.m.
Enjoy a stunning Garden backdrop as you experience local bands during this Friday’s night series.
Ticketed
Members Only
VIP Pup Club Pass
Special Events Oct. 31, Nov. 21
Pass Valid for one year
7 a.m. - 1 p.m., VIP Programming 8-11 a.m.
As a VIP Pup Club pass holder, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to dog-friendly experiences, including special strolls among the cactus, playful social gatherings and limited-time events throughout the year.
Included With Admission
Community Day: Pay What you Can Day
Nov. 10
7 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Your Garden, Your Way! We believe nature should be accessible to everyone. On Community Day pay what you can. Pay $5, $10, $15 or any amount that works for you.
Ticketed
The Great Arizona Puppet Theater
Nov. 11
Shows at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.
The Great Arizona Puppet Theater will be coming to the desert this year! Create a wonderful day at the Desert Botanical Garden.
Included With Admission
Storytime
Nov. 20, 21
10-11 a.m.
Spark your child’s love for nature with engaging stories, songs and hands-on activities for children five and under and their caregivers.
Included With Admission
Math in Bloom Presents: Fibonacci Day
Nov. 23
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
This unique celebration reveals the hidden mathematics that shapes the beauty of nature all around us.
Ticketed
Las Noches de las Luminarias
Nov. 27-29
Dec. 4-6, 11-13, 16-23, 26-31
Jan. 1-3
5-9:30 p.m.
Experience more nights, more music and more twinkle as the Garden transforms into a dazzling holiday escape filled with thousands of glowing luminarias, radiant light displays, expanded live entertainment and performances and festive moments around every Garden corner.
Ticketed
Devour Culinary Classic
Feb. 27-28
Early Entry: 10 a.m. | Tasting: 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Member Tickets on sale Nov. 9 General public on sale Nov. 30
Arizona’s premiere culinary gathering returns, bringing together the chefs, food producers, winemakers and makers shaping the way Arizona eats. Since 2008, the Devour Culinary Classic has celebrated a food culture…
Las Noches de las Luminarias
Tickets now on sale. A beloved tradition returns … bigger, brighter and more vibrant than ever.