Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
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Wednesday February 4 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Yoga in the Garden
Join us on Feb 4, whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for you. Take some time to relax and re-center yourself in the Botanical Garden’s lush conservatory. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Due to l......More
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Friday February 6 10:30am - 11:00am CST
Story Sprouts Story Time
Join us for Story Sprouts This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants. During each program participants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Included with general admission. Th......More
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Friday February 6 6:00pm - 7:30pm CST
Flora Friday Night Dinners
Reserve your spot now for an elegant, 3-course dinner at Flora along with admission to Dome After Dark. Each week will feature different offerings, sure to delight and enchant through March. Reserve now to guarantee your spot at Flora for a Friday Night Dinner. Seating ......More
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Friday February 6 6:00pm - 10:00pm CST
Dome After Dark
Friday evenings, 6 – 10 pm, Jan 9 – Mar 27, 2026 EXTRA EVENINGS: Saturday, February 14Saturday, March 14 | Tuesday thru Thursday March 17-19, 2026 Experience the Botanical Garden in a whole new light when you step into the warmth of our lush, tropical conservatory and n......More
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Saturday February 7 10:30am - 12:30pm CST
Learn on Saturdays
Each week features an expert speaker and gives you the chance to enjoy the warm, tropical setting of the Botanical Garden. Growing as a gardener during the winter will result in amazing home gardens in the summer. Come learn from experts across the MidwestGreat for all ......More
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Sunday February 8 12:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Botanical Blues Jodi Bodley & Dewey Cantrell
Live concerts in the conservatory through March 29, 2026. Shows start at 1pm and 3 pm. The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is celebrating bringing blues to fans of all ages for the past 20 years. Botanical Blues has, and always will be, the best bet for a Sunday aft......More
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Tuesday February 10 5:30pm - 7:00pm CST
Science of Chocolate
Dive deep into the chemistry and biological background with Science of Chocolate. From bean to bar and exploration of various samples, this lively class will be a chocolate adventure. Join Botanical Garden Staff as we explore this botanically interesting treat. Registra......More
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Wednesday February 11 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Yoga in the Garden
Join us on Feb 11, whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for you. Take some time to relax and re-center yourself in the Botanical Garden’s lush conservatory. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Due to ......More
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Thursday February 12 5:30pm - 6:30pm CST
Sip & Stroll
Celebrate the season with the February Sip & Stroll! Enjoy a glass of wine and a walk through the Botanical Garden. Learn about what’s in bloom and what is coming soon with timely updates from our director of horticulture, Aaron Harpold. All participants must be at leas......More
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Thursday February 12 7:00pm - 8:00pm CST
Sip & Stroll
Celebrate the season with Sip & Stroll! Enjoy a glass of wine and a walk through the Botanical Garden. Learn about what’s in bloom and what is coming soon with timely updates from our director of horticulture, Aaron Harpold. All participants must be at least 21 years of......More
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Friday February 13 10:30am - 11:00am CST
Story Sprouts Story Time
Join us for Story Sprouts This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants. During each program participants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Included with general admission. Th......More
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Friday February 13 6:00pm - 9:00pm CST
Bouquet Bar
In the spirit of love, create a personalized petite bouquet to give to someone who is important to you! No preregistration required – this is a drop-in, self-guided activity, available while supplies last. $12 per bouquet. Get your Dome After Dark tickets now or at the ......More
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Friday February 13 6:00pm - 9:00pm CST
Flora Valentine's Picnic Boxes
Valentine’s Picnic Box for two $25 Reserve your picnic box to share with a date during Dome After Dark at the Botanical Garden. One box includes shareable cheese, meat, house-made focaccia bread and chocolate-covered strawberries. Vegetarian boxes are available – please......More
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Friday February 13 6:00pm - 10:00pm CST
Dome After Dark
Friday evenings, 6 – 10 pm, Jan 9 – Mar 27, 2026 EXTRA EVENINGS: Saturday, February 14Saturday, March 14 | Tuesday thru Thursday March 17-19, 2026 Experience the Botanical Garden in a whole new light when you step into the warmth of our lush, tropical conservatory and n......More
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Saturday February 14 10:00am - 2:00pm CST
Valentine's Bouquet Bar Daytime
In the spirit of love, create a personalized petite bouquet to give to someone who is important to you! This is a preregistered, self-guided activity that does not include nor require admission. $12 per project. If you’d like to explore the garden after this activity, p......More
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Saturday February 14 10:30am - 12:30pm CST
Learn on Saturdays
Each week features an expert speaker and gives you the chance to enjoy the warm, tropical setting of the Botanical Garden. Growing as a gardener during the winter will result in amazing home gardens in the summer. Come learn from experts across the MidwestGreat for all ......More
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Saturday February 14 5:30pm - 6:30pm CST
50 Shades of Green
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with 50 Shades of Green! Explore the birds and the bees of flowers and trees. From overnight plant sex changes to motile sperm, learn about these and other plant sex facts as you enjoy a glass of wine. All participants must be at least 21 years......More