Desert Botanical Garden Family Events: Lights, Concerts, Tours & More

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UPCOMING EVENTS & EXHIBITS 

Flashlight Nights

July 19, 26 | Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | Sept. 6, 13

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.

CAZCA: Summer Educational Series - AZ Water Conservation Webinar

July 16

Join us for a webinar where Heather Finden from the City of Phoenix Planning and Development Department will talk about water conservation in our urban desert community and give simple ways to adopt water-saving solutions in your own home!

Sunset Sound Meditation (Indoors)

July 23 | Aug. 13, 27

Let the soothing melodies of singing bowls and gongs transport you to a state of pure relaxation and meditation.

Sonoran Sippin’

July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19

Enjoy a complimentary cool drink, included with ticket, and soak up the summer sunset at the Garden with pop-up experiences and desert views.

The Leaf Connection

Now through Aug. 24

The Leaf  Connection showcases the vibrant plant diversity of the Phoenix metro area through an intricate display of hand-made, ceramic leaves at Webster Center.

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The Leaf Connection

Now through Aug. 24

The Leaf  Connection showcases the vibrant plant diversity of the Phoenix metro area through an intricate display of hand-made, ceramic leaves at Webster Center.

CAZCA: Summer Educational Series - AZ Water Conservation Webinar

July 16

Join us for a webinar where Heather Finden from the City of Phoenix Planning and Development Department will talk about water conservation in our urban desert community and give simple ways to adopt water-saving solutions in your own home!

Sonoran Sippin’

July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19

Enjoy a complimentary cool drink, included with ticket, and soak up the summer sunset at the Garden with pop-up experiences and desert views.

Flashlight Nights

July 19, 26 | Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | Sept. 6, 13

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.

Sunset Sound Meditation (Indoors)

July 23 | Aug. 13, 27

Let the soothing melodies of singing bowls and gongs transport you to a state of pure relaxation and meditation.

Seedlings

Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24

Children 3-5 and caretakers experience the wonder of nature through hands-on lessons that teach kids and adults how to splash, dig, climb and explore together through nature play concepts.

Framerate: Desert Pulse

October 11, 2025 - May 10, 2026

In October 2025, Desert Botanical Garden will premiere a monumental new art exhibit that is years in the making. Desert Pulse will take visitors on a journey through a year in the life of the Sonoran Desert.

Cactus Clubhouse

Closed for the summer

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.

ADVANCE TICKET RESERVATIONS ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR MEMBERS AND GENERAL PUBLIC