Signature Events

We invite you to join the Botanical Garden for one of our signature events! Be moved by our music series, awed by the beauty of our evening cocktail parties, or inspired by an educational event. However you choose to engage with the Garden, we thank you for contributing to the events and programs that help make us a cultural and educational destination.

To learn more about event sponsorship opportunities, contact us at giving@dmbotanicalgarden.com or 515.323.6289.

Dome After Dark

Experience the Botanical Garden in a new light! Stroll through the conservatory and Gardeners Show House illuminated with unique lighting.

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Botanical Blues

Take a break from the winter cold and warm up in the Botanical Garden’s conservatory while enjoying some of the best blues music in the Midwest.

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Earth Day

Join us for a day celebrating plants and the Earth with FREE admission!

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Spring Garden Market

Don’t miss your chance to shop our annual spring market filled with unique, tried-and-true plants sourced from our trusted growers and Botanical Garden Staff.

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Music in the Garden

Don’t miss our summer music series. It provides the community with the best parts of the Garden–music, family, food, and warm summer weather.

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Fall Bulb Market

Shop the Botanical Garden’s annual fall retail event which features unique bulb varieties selected by Botanical Garden horticulturists and volunteers, including many plants to be featured in future displays at the Garden.

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Trick or Trees

Visit the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden for this festive event people of all ages will enjoy!

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Champagne & Chocolate

Kick off the holiday season with champagne, chocolate, and hors d’oeurves against the backdrop of the Botanical Garden’s annual holiday exhibition and fundraiser.

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Thank you to our key partners and season sponsors!