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Join us for a future event or exhibit or simply make a reservation to roam and enjoy the Garden’s beauty. We hope to see you soon.
Events
Calendar of Events
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5 events,
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert. 
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us. 
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse Cactus Clubhouse will be closed on April 25… 
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring… 
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
4 events,
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring…
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
5 events,
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring…
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. 
Unwind and connect with nature during this memorable Sunset Yoga session, led by Metta Yoga. |
5 events,
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring…
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. 
Let the soothing melodies of singing bowls and gongs transport you to a state of pure relaxation and meditation. |
5 events,
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse Cactus Clubhouse will be closed on April 25…
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring…
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
6 events,
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse Cactus Clubhouse will be closed on April 25…
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring…
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. 
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse and Spring Garden: After Dark. Inspired by Desert… |
6 events,
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert. 
Enjoy a Saturday morning from 6-11 a.m. excursion with your four-legged friend through the Garden’s trails. A paw-fect place…
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse Cactus Clubhouse will be closed on April 25…
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring…
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
5 events,
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse Cactus Clubhouse will be closed on April 25…
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring…
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
4 events,
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring…
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
6 events,
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring… 
Join us for these informative presentations from Garden staff and other local experts.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
Unwind and connect with nature during this memorable Sunset Yoga session, led by Metta Yoga. |
5 events,
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring…
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
Let the soothing melodies of singing bowls and gongs transport you to a state of pure relaxation and meditation. |
5 events,
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse Cactus Clubhouse will be closed on April 25…
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring…
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
7 events,
Featured
Recurring
Celebrate the final days of spring with three-days at Garden that includes immersive art, nighttime adventures, live entertainment, last chance butterfly exhibit and Mother’s Day moments.
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse Cactus Clubhouse will be closed on April 25…
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring…
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. 
Discover the next wave of talent with our new series—uncover emerging artists, never-before-heard music and album drops designed to spark excitement for Garden members and music lover alike! |
9 events,
Featured
Recurring
Celebrate the final days of spring with three-days at Garden that includes immersive art, nighttime adventures, live entertainment, last chance butterfly exhibit and Mother’s Day moments.
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Enjoy a Saturday morning from 6-11 a.m. excursion with your four-legged friend through the Garden’s trails. A paw-fect place… 
The VIP Pup Club is a paw-some way to make lasting memories with your best friend while exploring the desert’s natural wonder together.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse Cactus Clubhouse will be closed on April 25…
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring… 
Discover the Sonoran Desert after dark. Bring a flashlight and explore the Garden at night as friendly volunteers guide you through fun, hands-on activity stations that reveal the beauty and mystery of the desert once the sun sets.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
7 events,
Featured
Recurring
Celebrate the final days of spring with three-days at Garden that includes immersive art, nighttime adventures, live entertainment, last chance butterfly exhibit and Mother’s Day moments.
Featured
Recurring
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse Cactus Clubhouse will be closed on April 25…
Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse through May 10. Celebrate the arrival of spring…
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Celebrate the moms in your life with a botanical good time! The Garden will offer a day to remember with complimentary photo opps, live entertainment, the Spring Butterfly Exhibit and more!
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
2 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
3 events,
Your Garden, Your Way! We believe nature should be accessible to everyone. On Community Day pay what you can. Pay…
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
4 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
Let the soothing melodies of singing bowls and gongs transport you to a state of pure relaxation and meditation. 
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
4 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
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Garden Members, please join us for the 2026 Annual Members Meeting. Meet our new board trustees and hear from our Tancer Distinguished speaker, Linda Larson, and President & CEO, Chris Kline.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
3 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
4 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
2 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
2 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
4 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
Unwind and connect with nature during this memorable Sunset Yoga session, led by Metta Yoga.
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
4 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
Let the soothing melodies of singing bowls and gongs transport you to a state of pure relaxation and meditation.
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
3 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
3 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
4 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
2 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
2 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
4 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
Unwind and connect with nature during this memorable Sunset Yoga session, led by Metta Yoga.
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
4 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
Let the soothing melodies of singing bowls and gongs transport you to a state of pure relaxation and meditation.
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
3 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
3 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
4 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.
By popular demand, An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden is back and better than ever before! Surrounded by the magnificent desert landscape with the setting sun as its backdrop, this audience favorite now features two ballet experiences as a double-feature event. |
2 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape. |
3 events,
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Join us for Desert Discovery Camps, where campers explore nature and learn about the beauty of the desert.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us. 
Enjoy this made-for-summer Garden After Dark experience as more than 12 light installations take over the trails. This shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season. |
3 events,
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Desert Botanical Garden is excited to participate in 602 Day in partnership with the City of Phoenix to promote community spirit!
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Enjoy this made-for-summer Garden After Dark experience as more than 12 light installations take over the trails. This shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season. |
4 events,
Begin your morning connecting with nature during this memorable Sunrise Yoga session, led by Metta Yoga.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us. 
Let the soothing melodies of singing bowls and gongs transport you to a state of pure relaxation.
Enjoy this made-for-summer Garden After Dark experience as more than 12 light installations take over the trails. This shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season. |
2 events,
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Enjoy this made-for-summer Garden After Dark experience as more than 12 light installations take over the trails. This shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season. |
4 events,
Three nights. Music. Lights. Desert vibes done right. At the Garden we don’t run from summer. We celebrate it.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us. 
Celebrate Fri-YAY at the Garden. Kick start your weekend with themed Friday nights with a welcome drink and an evening in nature. Plus, enjoy live music, pop-up activities and full access to Desert Oasis Garden After Dark.
Enjoy this made-for-summer Garden After Dark experience as more than 12 light installations take over the trails. This shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season. |
5 events,
Three nights. Music. Lights. Desert vibes done right. At the Garden we don’t run from summer. We celebrate it.
Experience the Sonoran Desert through the lens of award-winning Arizona landscape photographer Mark Klett. With a career spanning more than four decades, Klett reframes our notions of time, cultural memory and the land around us.
Enjoy this made-for-summer Garden After Dark experience as more than 12 light installations take over the trails. This shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season. 
Whether you’re planning a date night or a family adventure, discover the magic of Flashlight Nights. |
hours
Now – Sept. 30
6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
June 29 – July 5
Garden Closed for Enhancements
July and August
All trails closed during peak heat (1-5 p.m.)
pricing
Now – May 10
Value Days | Monday – Thursday
Online Only | Adults $32.95, Children $14.95
In Person | Adults $34.95, Children $16.95
Peak Days | Friday – Sunday
Online Only | Adults $34.95, Children $16.95
In Person | Adults $39.95, Children $19.95
Children under 2 | Free
Members | Free
May 11-31
Online Only | Adults $24.95, Children $14.95
In Person | Adults $29.95, Children $16.95
Children under 2 | Free
Members | Free
JUNE 1 – SEPT. 7
Online Only | Adults $18.95, Children $14.95
In Person | Adults $21.95, Children $16.95
Children under 2 | Free
Members | Free
SEPT. 8-30
Online Only | Adults $19.95, Children $14.95
In Person | Adults $24.95, Children $16.95
Children under 2 | Free
Members | Free
Active Military Personnel | Free
(with valid government ID for General Admission only)
*General Admission does not include special ticketed events or exhibitions.
Rates may be subject to change. General admission does not include admission to ticketed events or classes.
COMMUNITY DAY
Pay What You Can
Second Tuesday of every month
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.
Please remember that non-service dogs are NOT permitted in the Garden unless you visit on Dog Days.
What To Bring
SUNSCREEN
WATER
Hat & Sunglasses
camera
comfortable shoes
To fully enjoy your visit, make sure you bring these items.
Shirt and shoes are required to visit.
What To Leave at Home
Pets or therapy Animals*
Picnicking Items
Weapons or Firearms
* Only service dogs or miniature horses are allowed. If you would like to bring your dog to the Garden, please visit Dog Days in the Garden.
Visit like a pro
Check out these tips to maximize your experience.
plan your adventure
Check out our current trail map before you visit.
Plan a meal here
Open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s offers a fresh new food experience brought to you by legendary PBS television host and James Beard-nominated chef Mark Tarbell. Plus, get fresh and delicious grab and go offerings including tacos, salads, wraps, soups, beverages and snacks at Patio Café from 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. Dine in or take your meal to-go!
Get your shop on
Visit the Garden Shop during your Garden visit.
Hours: Now- May 31, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
Garden accessibility
The Garden is fully accessible via wheelchair, and most trails are stroller friendly. Scooters can be rented for $40 for non-members and $35 for members. Wheelchairs and electric scooters will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at admissions and will be sanitized after each use.
Garden app
Desert Botanical Garden app is your personal pocket guide to exploring the vibrant world of the desert. Explore the many ways to enjoy the Garden during your visit.
