Spring Ephemeral Hike

Join Botanical Garden staff on a leisurely stroll through Brown’s Woods Forest Preserve in search of spring ephemerals and mushrooms. Participants of all ages are welcome to enjoy this mile-long hike to search and learn more about these short-lived treasures such as tro......More

Join Botanical Garden staff on a leisurely stroll through Brown’s Woods Forest Preserve in search of spring ephemerals and mushrooms. Participants of all ages are welcome to enjoy this mile-long hike to search and learn more about these short-lived treasures such as trout lily, spring beauty, and dutchman’s breeches. Registration is required. All ages! $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers REGISTER HERE

Botany Book Club

Join our monthly book club nestled in the beauty of the Botanical Garden. Enjoy refreshments and discussions about the latest read “Send Flowers” by Emily Buchanan. Registration includes meetings and refreshments (books not included). Pre-registration required. Ages 12+......More

Join our monthly book club nestled in the beauty of the Botanical Garden. Enjoy refreshments and discussions about the latest read “Send Flowers” by Emily Buchanan. Registration includes meetings and refreshments (books not included). Pre-registration required. Ages 12+. $12 Members | $15 Nonmembers Register Here

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Yoga in the Garden

Relax and re-center yourself in the Botanical Garden’s lush conservatory. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for all. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Due to limited capacity, preregistration is ......More

Relax and re-center yourself in the Botanical Garden’s lush conservatory. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for all. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Due to limited capacity, preregistration is required. $20 Members | $25.50 Nonmembers REGISTER HERE

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Flower Pounding

Capture the blooms of May in a fun and artistic way. We will spend this time learning how to press flowers onto paper and fabric. In doing so we will transfer their beautiful colors and intricate designs onto these materials. You will have the opportunity to print on va......More

Capture the blooms of May in a fun and artistic way. We will spend this time learning how to press flowers onto paper and fabric. In doing so we will transfer their beautiful colors and intricate designs onto these materials. You will have the opportunity to print on various materials such as a bandana or tea towel, cards, cardstock and more. All supplies are provided. $42.50 Members | $50 Nonmembers REGISTER HERE

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Closed for Memorial Day

The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is closed on Memorial Day. We will open again on Tuesday. We look forward to your visit when we reopen. To find out more about our hours and admission fees, please click here.Looking for details on classes and programs we offer? Y......More

The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is closed on Memorial Day. We will open again on Tuesday. We look forward to your visit when we reopen. To find out more about our hours and admission fees, please click here.Looking for details on classes and programs we offer? You can find that on our calendar here.Ready to buy tickets to an upcoming event? You can go to our ticket link to buy them now.Curious about our gardens and what’s in bloom? Explore our different gardens here.Planning your visit and want to be prepared? Check our visitor’s guide.Ready to enjoy more of Des Moines after your visit? Take advantage of the savings offered with the CatchDSM Fun Pass OR Discover Des Moines list of more things to do around town!

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Honey Tasting

Enjoy a sweet night at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden with Katie Flinn, trained honey sommelier and owner of Milk & Honey Orchard and Apiary. Learn about the important botanicals behind the different types of honeys, while tasting and experiencing a variety of ......More

Enjoy a sweet night at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden with Katie Flinn, trained honey sommelier and owner of Milk & Honey Orchard and Apiary. Learn about the important botanicals behind the different types of honeys, while tasting and experiencing a variety of unifloral honeys. Registration is required. $42.50 Members | $50 Nonmembers REGISTER HERE

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Sip & Stroll

Celebrate the beauty of the gardens with a glass of wine and a walk through. Learn about what’s in bloom, what’s coming soon, and other timely behind-the-scenes updates on our collection from Director of Horticulture Aaron Harpold. All participants must be 21 years of a......More

Celebrate the beauty of the gardens with a glass of wine and a walk through. Learn about what’s in bloom, what’s coming soon, and other timely behind-the-scenes updates on our collection from Director of Horticulture Aaron Harpold. All participants must be 21 years of age or older. Registration required. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers REGISTER HERE

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Sip & Stroll

Celebrate the beauty of the gardens with a glass of wine and a walk through. Learn about what’s in bloom, what’s coming soon, and other timely behind-the-scenes updates on our collection from Director of Horticulture Aaron Harpold. All participants must be 21 years of a......More

Celebrate the beauty of the gardens with a glass of wine and a walk through. Learn about what’s in bloom, what’s coming soon, and other timely behind-the-scenes updates on our collection from Director of Horticulture Aaron Harpold. All participants must be 21 years of age or older. Registration required. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers REGISTER HERE

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50309