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Special Events

Thank you for your interest in our special events! 

People shopping outside at the Spring Plant Sale
York Street

Spring Plant Sale

Friday & Saturday, May 8 & 9, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
York Street

Kick off your gardening season at our annual Spring Plant Sale!

Bird of prey with its wings spread out
York Street

Raptor Day

Friday, June 5, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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Denver Botanic Gardens and the Raptor Education Foundation (REF) present Raptor Day at the Gardens.

People sitting on the grass are enjoying an outdoor concert.
York Street

Summer Concert Series

June – August, various dates
York Street

World-class musicians perform in an unparalleled venue: the UMB Amphitheater in the heart of Denver Botanic Gardens.

Orange, yellow and black butterfly sitting on an orange flower
York Street

Big Day of Bugs

Friday, June 26, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
York Street

The Gardens and Colorado Pollinator Network host the grand finale of Pollinator Month with activities centered on the importance of pollinators and biodiversity.

Group of people outside under a covered pergola are listening to a person playing a keyboard.
York Street

Evenings al Fresco

June – July, various dates, 5-8 p.m.
York Street

Enjoy soft serenades from local musicians performing throughout the Gardens.

Lavender Festival at Chatfield Farms banner
Chatfield Farms

Lavender Festival

Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Chatfield Farms

Experience a weekend celebrating lavender with artisans, demonstrations and live music.

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Yo Soy

Onsite and Offsite

Celebrate the richness and depth of Latino cultures through Yo Soy—an ongoing initiative that brings heritage to life through art, storytelling and community connection.

Pumpkin Festival at Chatfield Farms
Chatfield Farms

Pumpkin Festival

Friday – Sunday, Oct. 9-11, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Chatfield Farms

Celebrate fall at Pumpkin Festival at Chatfield Farms, a treasured October tradition for the entire family.

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