Programs & classes

Denver Botanic Gardens offers a broad range of programs for all ages. Choose from hands-on workshops, certificate courses, public lectures, professional development seminars or learning for personal enrichment. Experience the connection and enjoy the wonders of people and plants.

Discover and register for our classes and programs, or scan our calendar that lists events, classes, programs and presentations.

Lifelong Learning
Enrich your life with classes on a variety of subjects including gardening, art and cooking.

Botanical Illustration
Learn the skills to render plants in remarkable scientific detail and the artistic techniques needed to create beautiful and lasting plant portraits.

Children and Family programs
Explore the world of plants with fun, hands-on, age-appropriate explorations.

Public Lectures & Symposia
Learn from well-known thinkers, industry professionals and remarkable speakers.

Rocky Mountain Gardening
A comprehensive study of specific gardening practices for Front Range gardeners.

School and Teacher programs
Help your students grow their science skills, plant knowledge and appreciation for the natural world.

Summer Sensory Program
A sensory plant-based outreach and on-site program for senior adults and those with special needs.

Trips and Travel
Travel with us on some amazing journeys.

Winter Therapeutic Horticulture Program
A sensory plant-based outreach and on-site program for senior adults and those with special needs.

Programs & Classes Info


  • online registration

    		 Adult Class Listings
    Children/Family Class Listings
    School Group registration is not available online

  • by telephone

    		 720-865-3580
    (Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; voicemail 24 hours)

  • by fax

    		 720-865-3685 (24 hours)

  • in person

    		 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday
    1007 York Street in the Education office

To avoid disappointment, please register promptly as classes fill quickly. Some programs have early deadlines or late fees; day-of-registration is not always available.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations more than one week prior to a class are subject to a 15 percent cancellation fee. Cancellations with less than one weeks notice are non-refundable; please consider your payment a donation to the Gardens.

In Case of Inclement Weather: Please call the weather advisory recording, 720-865-3620, for information on possible class cancellations.

Denver Botanic Gardens relies on donations from generous individuals to continue furthering our mission.