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Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Jordan Mix and Hanna Howard
Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Jordan Mix and Hanna Howard
Thu, Sep 17, 2026 · Des Moines, IA
We are excited to continue the Art Center Café’s signature culinary experience: Dinner with Friends. Be our guest as we gather around the table with friends…
Savor Moxie - September - Peak Season Plate
Savor Moxie - September - Peak Season Plate
Thu, Sep 17, 2026 • 5:30 PM—6:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
The Peak Season Plate: A Curated Dinner Sourced from the Local Land A Sophisticated Evening of Iowa’s Bounty. Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026 Location: Des…
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Sip & Stroll Fall Color
Fri, Sep 18, 2026 • 7:00 PM—8:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Celebrate the changing of the seasons and vibrant display of fall colors – with a glass of wine and guided stroll. Learn about what’s in bloom, what’s coming…
Preserving Your Harvest
Thu, Sep 24, 2026 • 5:30 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join Flora Café to learn safe and effective methods for preserving your harvest: fruits, vegetables, and herbs through canning, drying, and freezing. This…
Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Deidre and Marvin Dejear
Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Deidre and Marvin Dejear
Thu, Oct 1, 2026 · Des Moines, IA
We are excited to continue the Art Center Café’s signature culinary experience: Dinner with Friends. Be our guest as we gather around the table with friends…
Sip & Sweets
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 • 5:30 PM—6:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
Sip & Sweets is sweet way to help the Garden! With wine in hand, enjoy a tour of seasonal highlights that includes three delicious chocolate tastings. Turn in…
Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Tar and Erika Macias
Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Tar and Erika Macias
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 · Des Moines, IA
We are excited to continue the Art Center Café’s signature culinary experience: Dinner with Friends. Be our guest as we gather around the table with friends…
Savor Moxie - October - The Global Table
Savor Moxie - October - The Global Table
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 • 5:30 PM—6:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
The Global Table: An International Exploration of World Cuisines A Sophisticated Evening of Global Discovery. Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026 Location: Des…
Winter Squash: Garden to Table
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 • 5:30 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Discover the delicious versatility of winter squash with Flora café! Explore popular varieties, including butternut, acorn, and spaghetti squash, and how their…
Sip & Stroll Deadly Plants
Thu, Oct 22, 2026 • 5:30 PM—6:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
Sip on a glass of wine as you are guided on a tour of deadly, poisonous plants to celebrate the spooky season of Halloween! Learn about why some plants are…
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Eerie Evenings
Fri, Oct 23, 2026 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
October 23 6-9 pm Each October, The Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforgettable destinations.…
Eerie Evenings
Sat, Oct 24, 2026 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
October 24 6-9 pm Each October, The Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforgettable destinations.…
Eerie Evenings
Sun, Oct 25, 2026 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
October 25 6-9 pm Each October, The Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforgettable destinations.…
Eerie Evenings
Tue, Oct 27, 2026 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
October 27 6-9 pm Each October, The Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforgettable destinations.…
Eerie Evenings
Wed, Oct 28, 2026 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
October 28 6-9 pm Each October, The Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforgettable destinations.…
Eerie Evenings
Thu, Oct 29, 2026 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
October 29 6-9 pm Each October, The Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforgettable destinations.…
Boos & Brews
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 • 7:00 PM—10:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Oct 30 7-10 pm Each October, The Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforgettable destinations. Grab your…
Trick or Trees
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 • 9:00 AM—4:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Oct 31 9 am – 4pm Each October, the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforgettable destinations.…
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BOOtanical Halloween Happy Hour
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 • 6:00 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Haunt the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden after hours as you dive into the spooky world of plants during Halloween Happy Hour. From poisonous plants, to…
Eerie Evenings
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
October 31 6-9 pm Each October, The Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforgettable destinations.…
Holiday Sips: Festive Cocktails & Mocktails
Tue, Nov 3, 2026 • 5:30 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Elevate your holiday entertaining with festive cocktails and mocktails that are sure to impress with Flora Café! Learn how to craft festive cocktail and…
Champagne & Chocolate 26
Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Champagne & Chocolate is the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden’s premier annual fundraising gala and a sparkling start to the holiday season. Enjoy an…
Sip & Stroll Behind-the-Scenes Dome for the Holidays
Mon, Nov 16, 2026 • 5:30 PM—6:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
Did you know our own team designs and installs our light show? Take a guided behind the scenes tour with the Dome for the Holidays design committee! Learn more…
Savor Moxie - November - The One with the Dinner
Savor Moxie - November - The One with the Dinner
Thu, Nov 19, 2026 • 5:30 PM—6:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
"Friends" Giving: Could This BE Any More Delicious? A Sophisticated Evening of Friendship, Nostalgia, and Great Food. Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026…

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