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important update

Denver Botanic Gardens will close early at 5 p.m. on these days to host a summer concert.

  • Tuesday, August 5
  • Monday, August 11
  • Monday, August 18
  • Tuesday, August 19
  • Sunday, August 31

 

plan your visit

Location and directions:  Denver Botanic Gardens is one of the largest and most visited botanical gardens in the U.S.

Denver Botanic Gardens Map Denver Botanic Gardens
1005 York St
Denver, CO 80206

Hours: through September 14
Saturday - Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday - Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Additional hours ››

Admission: through November 30
Members are free
$10.50 for adults
$7.50 for seniors 65+ / military
$6.00 for youth 4-15 / students
Free for children 3 and under

Visit our other locations
Chatfield | Mount Goliath | Centennial

 

community updates

Tending to today's Gardens, preparing for tomorrow's.

Child with plantHundreds of people are donating time, energy, and money to help transform the Gardens to be relevant and sustainable for future generations. 

Over the months to come Denver Botanic Gardens will flourish with design and construction projects.  Get details and information on community meetings ››

Help the Gardens Grow through our Flourish Capital Campaign ››

featured events & exhibits

Reflection of Urban Nature wall by Lady Pink, Denver Botanic Gardens
“Urban Nature” Exhibit
PRESENTING SPONSOR: Wells Fargo Bank
Now through November 30

See how the urban of the city and beauty of nature collide when vibrantly colored mural paintings created using spray paint are displayed throughout our gardens.  Learn more about “Urban Nature” ››

Visit our photo blog to rate, comment or post your own photos of where you see urban and nature collide.

 

member center

Memberships as low as $40 per year.  Summer is here! Now is the best time to become a member or renew your membership to Colorado's largest botanical garden.
Join now ››

Our last summer Member-Only Night is August 20 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The Gardens is closed to the public. Members can take a leisurely stroll or enjoy a casual picnic. No alcohol please.
Learn more about member-only events ››

gardens top 5 picks

Buzz at the gardensOur experts tell you what the buzz is for classes, programs and events at the Gardens each month.

Check back often to see what’s going on! Take a look at our catalog of classes ››

Water Blossom Festival
Saturday & Sunday, July 26 & 27,
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Celebrate the excitement and beauty of water gardening with a weekend of learning and splendor. Terrific tours, great activities, and a spotlight on the amazing Victoria waterlily.     
Find out more ›› 

Technology Day at the Gardens
Thursday, July 31, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Free to employees of technology companies

Take your organization to the next level. Learn about Wi-Fi at the Gardens, HD video conferencing, participate in a panel discussion on technology and philanthropy, and much more. 
Register for the panel discussion and learn more ››

An Evening with Ottmar Liebert and Luna Negra
Friday, August 29, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Join us for this benefit concert for Denver Botanic Gardens at Olinger Crown Hill Pavilion of Reflection. Tickets go on sale (online only) at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 15. Learn more and purchase tickets ››

Bring the Kids for Story Time
Saturday/Sundays, 10-11 a.m.
It's back! Drop in to listen to stories in the Children’s Secret Path. Story Time is included with admission to the Gardens.  
More Children & Family Programs  ››

South Africa Horticultural Tour
September 22-October 8
Experience the floral wonderland of South Africa with Panayoti Kelaidis as your host. Gardens members get a discount on this once-in-a-lifetime tour. Register by July 31.
Find out more ››

 

what's blooming

See the Gardens in full bloom!  Don't miss out. Plan your visit today.  See what’s blooming in July ››