FALL HOURS:
Monday - Sunday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Extended Evenings: Fridays, Sept. 27 – Oct. 25, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
York Street Pumpkin Festival
Saturday, Oct. 19, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Celebrate the arrival of fall at Denver Botanic Gardens’ Pumpkin Festival. Enjoy family and children’s activities, live entertainment and thousands of pumpkins for sale in the patch. Learn More
University of the Denver Fall Plant Sale
Saturday, Oct. 5, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Join the University of Denver’s Horticulture Club for a seasonal sale of local and exotic plants. Visit the tables at York Street, El Pomar Foundation, and the Botanic Gardens Gift Shop. Learn More
Top 10 Fall Attractions for Families
From corn mazes to pumpkin patches to interactive exhibits celebrating the harvest season, families will find activities for all ages at the Gardens this fall. Learn More
Mordecai Morris
Saturday, Sept. 19 – Dec. 16
Botanical illustrations from the New Artists for Families exhibition featuring local artists and natural science experts. Learn More
York Street: Autumn of Orchids
Sept. 1 – Nov. 15
Don’t miss the vivid display of orchids in a community show installation presented in collaboration with the North Denver Orchid Society. Learn More
Backyard Birding Basics for Families
Saturday, Sept. 21, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Learn which bird species visit your yard during fall migration. Includes hands-on identification activities. Learn More
Fall Flower Bulb Planting Workshop
Saturday, Sept. 28, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Learn how and when to plant bulbs for a successful bloom next spring. Each participant will take home a bulb kit. Learn More
Fall Festival at York Street
Saturday, Sept. 28, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Enjoy a fun-filled day exploring the Gardens. Special performances and seasonal foods. Learn More
Scarecrow Festival Kick-off
Friday, Sept. 27, 6:30 p.m.
Celebrate fall at York Street with live music, food vendors and craft beer. Learn More
Glow Before Dark
Saturday – Monday, Oct. 12-14
Evening event featuring lighted pumpkins, interactive displays, and glowing costumes. Learn More
Growing Colorful Gourds
Sunday, Oct. 6, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
A family class teaching how to grow and decorate colorful gourds. Learn More
Fall Pumpkin Workshop
Sunday, Oct. 20, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Learn to carve and decorate pumpkins with local artisans. Learn More
Indoor Orchid Display – Boettcher Memorial Tropical Conservatory
Saturday, Oct. 12, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Explore exotic orchids in a lush tropical environment. Learn More
York Street: Harvest Festival
Friday, Oct. 18, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Join in for pumpkin decorating, hayrides, and fall-themed games. Learn More
Night at the Museum
Saturday, Oct. 26, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Families experience the Gardens after dark with live music, food, and tours. Learn More
Chatfield Farms: Fall Festival
Friday – Sunday, Oct. 11-13, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Celebrate fall with pumpkin patches, hayrides, and corn mazes. Learn More
Singing Bowls in the Gardens
Friday, Nov. 15, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Experience a sound meditation session in the serenity of the Gardens. Learn More
Chatfield Farms Programs
Ongoing
Nature play areas, discovery trails, and seasonal activities. Learn More
Holiday Plant & Gift Sale
Saturday – Sunday, Nov. 30 – Dec. 1, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Purchase seasonal gifts and unique plants from local vendors. Learn More
Harvest Wreaths
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