DATE: Oct. 1 - 2
TIME: 12 - 6 p.m.
PRICE: Included with membership or Garden admission
Enjoy the colorful celebration of Guelaguetza at the Garden. Guelaguetza is an annual indigenous cultural event in Mexico that takes place in the city of Oaxaca. Immerse yourself in art, music, dance and enjoy the flavors of Oaxaca’s eight regions. Join a colorful Oaxacan Calenda (parade), try some spicy and sweet mole, visit the mercado and don’t forget to sample some mezcal.
Opening Calenda | 12:30 p.m.
Afternoon Calenda | 3:30 p.m.
A festive and colorful parade through the Garden
RECEPTION
Dorrance Hall/Boppart Courtyard | 12 p.m.
MUSIC AND PERFORMANCES
Boppart Courtyard
Oct. 7 - March 31
Harmony of color and beauty of form come together in this exhibition of paintings, drawings and monumental sculpture celebrating the visionary Colombian artist, Fernando Botero.
Oct. 1 - May 11 | Thursday - Sunday | 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Cactus Clubhouse has relocated as the Garden is growing and under construction. Please visit us in our new location in the Weisz Academic Bulding. In this temporary space, kids encounter several activity areas designed to spark independent play, while encouraging physical, cognitive and behavioral growth.
Dec. 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 19-23, 26-30
Garden lights on winter nights is a must this holiday season at Desert Botanical Garden’s Las Noches de las Luminarias.