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Yoga in the Garden Spooky Edition
A hauntingly fun evening of movement and relaxation. This special glow flow class will be illuminated by glowing lights and festive spooky decor, creating an…
Carnivorous Plants Container
Pitcher plants, Venus fly traps, and sundew! OH MY! Learn about a variety of carnivorous plants, their bizarre adaptations for survival, and how to take care…
BOOtanical Halloween Happy Hour
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…
Holiday Sips: Festive Cocktails & Mocktails
Elevate your holiday entertaining with festive cocktails and mocktails that are sure to impress with Flora Café! Learn how to craft festive cocktail and…
Veteran’s Free Visit Day
For Veteran’s Day, we offer complimentary general admission to active and retired Veterans on Saturday Nov 8, 2025 from 9 am-4pm. Thank you for your service!
Fall Wreaths
Celebrate the fall season by creating custom fall wreaths to decorate your home. In this hands-on workshop, participants will design and assemble a seasonal…
Restorative Yoga in the Garden
Learn to un-rush, unwind, and understand the self through guided mind, breath, and body connections. This restorative Yoga in the Garden session takes place in…
Sip & Stroll Behind-the-Scenes Dome for the Holidays
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…
Holiday Cactus
Holiday Cactus include: Christmas cactus, Thanksgiving cactus, and Easter cactus. Learn how to correctly identify these different holiday cacti, then learn how…
Seasonal Simmer Pot
Fill your home with the warm scents of the season by creating your own simmer pot blend. Participants will learn how to combine herbs, spices, fruits, and…
Simmer Pot Drop-In
Who doesn’t love the smell of the holidays!? Create a personalized simmer pot using herb, fruits, and spices. This is a self-guided drop-in activity that does…
Closed for Thanksgiving Day
The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is closed today in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Please visit when we open again.
Closed for Thanksgiving Day
The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is closed today in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Please visit when we open again Nov 27. We look forward to…
Closed Christmas Eve All Day
We are not open Dec 24, 2025. We will open again on Dec 26, 2025.
Closed Christmas Day
We are not open today Dec 25, 2025. We will open again on Dec 26, 2025.
Closed Christmas Day
The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is closed all day and night on Christmas Dec 25, 2026. We will open again on Dec 26, 2026. We look forward to your…
Closed at 4PM on New Year’s Eve
We are closing early today at 4 pm, Dec 31, 2025. Dome for the Holidays will be open tonight from 5-9pm.
Closed New Year’s Day
We are not open today Jan 1, 2026. We will open again on Jan 2, 2026.
Closed New Year’s Day
The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is not open today Jan 1, 2027. We will open again on Jan 2, 2027. We look forward to your visit when we reopen. To find…