Friday, June 12
Flora at the Botanical Garden
5-7 p.m.
$25 per person
Join us on Flora’s patio for Friday night pizza nights from 5-7 p.m. Each guest will receive one light bite appetizer, one 14” fast-fired pizza and one sweet bite to end the meal. Paired wine and other beverage will be available for purchase each night. Come enjoy the Botanical Garden’s water lily pond and the view of downtown on our patio while experiencing Chef Suman’s fast-fired outdoor pizza oven. Vegetarian guests will be accommodated. Other allergies are most often accommodated, but please call for details.
We are not able to offer vegan or gluten free pizza at this time.
We ask that you reserve your spot ahead of time. All payment will be due on the evening of the event. Your reservation fee will act as a deposit and be taken off your final bill.
Admission to the Botanical Garden is not included in your ticket price. You can purchase admission in the cafe, or you can stop by the front desk to purchase admission before touring the Garden.
Please don’t hesitate to call the cafe at 515-323-6288 or email at flora@dmbotanicalgarden.com with any questions.
Friday, June 26
Flora at the Botanical Garden
5-7 p.m.
$25 per person
Join us on Flora’s patio for Friday night pizza nights from 5-7 p.m. Each guest will receive one light bite appetizer, one 14” fast-fired pizza and one sweet bite to end the meal. Paired wine and other beverage will be available for purchase each night. Come enjoy the Botanical Garden’s water lily pond and the view of downtown on our patio while experiencing Chef Suman’s fast-fired outdoor pizza oven. Vegetarian guests will be accommodated. Other allergies are most often accommodated, but please call for details.
We are not able to offer vegan or gluten free pizza at this time.
We ask that you reserve your spot ahead of time. All payment will be due on the evening of the event. Your reservation fee will act as a deposit and be taken off your final bill.
Admission to the Botanical Garden is not included in your ticket price. You can purchase admission in the cafe, or you can stop by the front desk to purchase admission before touring the Garden.
Please don’t hesitate to call the cafe at 515-323-6288 or email at flora@dmbotanicalgarden.com with any questions.
Create your own picnic in the Garden experience with our picnic boxes featuring two different options for takeaway into the Botanical Garden during summer extended hours. Each box serves two.
Pick up from our concessions stand in the Garden anytime from 5-7 p.m. on select Tuesdays and Fridays this summer. The cost of Flora’s picnic box does not include admission into the Garden. Please purchase admission before you come to pick up your box.
Beverages will be available for purchase from our concessions stand in the Garden. You can also reserve wine, non-alcoholic options or a bottled Garden spritz in advance below.
Please call the cafe at 515-323-6288 with any questions.
Winter events
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Botanical Blues
Sundays January 4 thru March 29, 2026, 12pm-4pm. Performances begin at 1pm and 3pm.
Botanical Blues performances begin at 1pm and 3pm each Sunday during the series. Shows are one hour, with a one-hour intermission between the two performances. Shows are held live in the conservatory. Botanical Blues attendees are welcome to wander the indoor gardens during the concert.
Flora serves brunch inside the cafe from 10-2 Sundays, and we have our concessions stand in the Conservatory during Botanical Blues from 12:30-3:30.
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Dome After Dark at the Botanical Garden
Friday evenings, 6 – 10 pm, Jan 9 – Mar 27, 2026
EXTRA EVENINGS: Saturday, February 14
Saturday, March 14 | Tuesday thru Thursday March 17-19, 2026Experience the Botanical Garden in a whole new light when you step into the warmth of our lush, tropical conservatory and newly renovated Gardeners Show House – each beautifully illuminated to create a magical, after-hours escape. Whether you’re planning a fun family outing or a romantic date night, Dome After Dark is a must-visit winter ‘hot spot’.
Flora with serve concessions in the Conservatory from 6-9:30 p.m.
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Friday Night Dinners in Flora
Join us inside Flora for a three-course meal (changes every week) and signature beverage options. Your ticket includes entry into the Dome After Dark after-hours light show at the Botanical Garden