Fall Garden After Dark | Desert Botanical Garden

OPEN DAILY 8 A.M.|7 A.M. FOR MEMBERS WED. & SUN.

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Fall Garden After Dark

Oct. 1 – Nov. 15 | 6–10 p.m.

NEW GLOWING INSTALLATIONS

This fall, the Garden transforms after sunset into a breathtaking celebration of color and light. Discover an immersive landscape of illuminated installations that brings the beauty beneath the desert sky. Wander through glowing pathways surrounded by warm fall hues, seasonal botanical displays and captivating light experiences.

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Super Bloom

Oct. 9 – May 31

Super Bloom by Graphic Rewilding invites visitors to get outdoors and connect with nature in a big way. Explore 21 installations with towering blossoms, snap photos inside colorful glass houses with vibrant floral scenes and experience the desert in full bloom. After dark, illuminated installations transform the Garden with vivid light, color and shadow, creating an immersive landscape beneath the desert sky.

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Fall Decor

Oct. 1 – Nov. 15

Celebrate autumn with beautiful seasonal décor throughout the Garden. Stroll past our charming pumpkin tree and gourd towers, festive garlands and handcrafted botanical wreaths. These picture-perfect fall backdrops are the ideal place to capture your favorite autumn photo ops!

Weekly Theme nights

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Uncorked Mondays: Sips, Strolls and Sounds

Mondays, Oct. 12 – Nov. 23, 5-9:30 p.m.

Kick off each week at a designated Garden venue with wine, music, good vibes at Uncorked Mondays: Sips, Strolls and Sounds. Each week brings a fresh lineup of wines to taste and a live musical performance to enjoy.

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Tacos & Tequila in the Garden

Tuesdays, Oct. 13, 20, 27; Nov. 3, 10, 24; 5-9 p.m.

Join us this fall on Tuesday nights at Garden Grab & Go or  Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s for crispy tacos and tequila-based cocktails at the coolest desert setting in Phoenix!

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Dogs Nights in the Garden

Wednesdays, Oct. 14 – Nov. 18, 5-10 p.m.

Grab your leash and join us for an unforgettable evening in the Garden. Dog Nights are back, giving you and your four-legged friend after-hours access to the Garden.

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Sunset Socials: Create, Play & Dance

Thursdays, Oct. 15 – Nov. 19, 6-9 p.m.

Gather at the Garden for a series of fun-filled evenings designed to spark creativity, connection and community. Enjoy a rotating lineup of hands-on crafts, lively dance lessons and unique experiences as the sun sets.

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Fridays & Saturdays: Music in the Garden: Trailside Tunes

Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 9 – Nov. 21 | 5:30-9 p.m.

Experience live trailside music at three locations throughout the Garden. Wander, discover and listen at your leisure and turn your visit up a beat.

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Dog Days in the Garden

Saturdays, Oct. 10 – Nov. 21, 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Fall is better with your best friend by your side. At Dog Days in the Garden, pups and people alike can enjoy cooler temperatures, scenic strolls and an unforgettable morning outdoors.

Your Fall Moments

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Garden Shop

Browse apparel, soaps, artwork from Will Beger and more! It’s the perfect place to find a keepsake that captures the glow and wonder of your visit. Plus, stop by our new bubble cart.
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Bar Service

Ready for a glowing escape? Treat yourself to frozen cocktails and refreshing mocktails to sip as you wander the trails.
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Gertrude’s by Tarbell's

Savor the night at Gertrude’s for a dining experience for every guest. Try our new menu!
Open early and late, visit 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. 
Sept. 13: Garden closes at 1 p.m. Last Admission at 12 p.m. Gertrude's by Tarbell's and Garden Shop remain open.
Weather Alert : Open earlier, open later: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Open early and late, visit 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. Trails, Gertrude's by Tarbell's and Garden Shop closed 1-5 p.m. for peak heat.
Temporary Trail Closure- Plants & People of the Sonoran Desert Trail Aug. 10-14