| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 2 events, -  Discover Nature Play at the Children's Garden! Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children's Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every Saturday, from November to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn using nature-based activities. ... Read more » -  Guided by travelling artist Shannon Rose Moriarty, create postcards that capture the moments that bring you the most joy, whether they’re big or small. This workshop will encourage participants to design postcards that celebrate happiness, moments of pure bliss, and things that make life worth smiling about. Using simple block printing techniques, participants will transform... Read more » $85 | 0 events, |
| 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 2 events, -  Forest Bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku, is the practice of spending time in nature for the purpose of enhancing health, wellness, and happiness. During this class, participants will be led on a 2-and-a-halfhour walk through the century-old trees of the Arboretum with a series of guided “invitations”, closing with a tea ceremony. Instructor: Judy Karnia... Read more » $32 – $40 -  Forest Bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku, is the practice of spending time in nature for the purpose of enhancing health, wellness, and happiness. During this class, participants will be led on a 2-and-a-halfhour walk through the century-old trees of the Arboretum with a series of guided “invitations”, closing with a tea ceremony. Instructor: Judy Karnia... Read more » $32 – $40 | 0 events, |
| 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, -  Pick up new trees, shrubs, perennials, and more for your garden or landscape at Boyce Thompson Arboretum's Spring Plant Sale. The plant sale features an array of plants from around the world, including native plants and plants native to the southwestern states and northern Mexico. These plants are better adapted to a climate like ours,... Read more » | 1 event, Pick up new trees, shrubs, perennials, and more for your garden or landscape at Boyce Thompson Arboretum's Spring Plant Sale. The plant sale features an array of plants from around the world, including native plants and plants native to the southwestern states and northern Mexico. These plants are better adapted to a climate like ours,... Read more » | 1 event, |
1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 4 events, -  Relax and restore in this all-levels yoga class held outside in the tranquil setting of the Arboretum. During this class, participants are shown how to mindfully move through gentle postures with breath awareness to promote relaxation, flexibility, and circulatory health. Instructor: Deb McClarnon Member Adult: $15 Non-member Adult: $30 Register Here: https://7830.blackbaudhosting.com/7830/Yoga-in-the-Garden-21Mar2026 $15 – $30 -  The Boyce Thompson Arboretum Photography Club is a welcoming community of photographers of all skill levels who are inspired by the natural beauty of Arizona’s high desert. The club meets every third Saturday to explore seasonal changes, share techniques, and participate in hands-on workshops. Best of all, it's free with admission. Drop ins are welcome.... Read more » Free with admission -  Desert Designers & Gold Canyon Garden Club present SPRING FEVER 2026, A National Garden Club Small Standard Flower Show. Members of Desert Designers & Gold Canyon Garden Club come together to expand and exhibit their knowledge and skill of Floral design. The purpose of a Small Standard Flower Show is to educate club members and... Read more » Free with admission | 2 events, -  Desert Designers & Gold Canyon Garden Club present SPRING FEVER 2026, A National Garden Club Small Standard Flower Show. Members of Desert Designers & Gold Canyon Garden Club come together to expand and exhibit their knowledge and skill of Floral design. The purpose of a Small Standard Flower Show is to educate club members and... Read more » Free with admission |
1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 2 events, -  Join us for Awesome Adaptations Homeschool Day at Boyce Thompson Arboretum! Learners will investigate the unique ways desert plants survive and thrive in harsh environments. Through interactive, hands-on stations, students will discover how structural adaptations help plants meet the challenges of limited water, intense sunlight, and sandy soils. Bring a packed lunch and enjoy a... Read more » $9 – $12 | 1 event, | 1 event, |
| 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 2 events, -  Forest Bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku, is the practice of spending time in nature for the purpose of enhancing health, wellness, and happiness. During this class, participants will be led on a 2-and-a-halfhour walk through the century-old trees of the Arboretum with a series of guided “invitations”, closing with a tea ceremony. Instructor: Judy Karnia... Read more » $32 – $40 -  Forest Bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku, is the practice of spending time in nature for the purpose of enhancing health, wellness, and happiness. During this class, participants will be led on a 2-and-a-halfhour walk through the century-old trees of the Arboretum with a series of guided “invitations”, closing with a tea ceremony. Instructor: Judy Karnia... Read more » $32 – $40 | 0 events, |
Tag us on Instagram with
@btarboretum #1Arb
Boyce Thompson Arboretum is traveling to your classroom!
Boyce Thompson Arboretum classroom outreach brings outdoor learning to your school through S.T.E.A.M. units offering inquiry-based, engaging lessons that explore the world of plants as well as the phenomena of the Sonoran Desert. Learn how plants grow in our arid environment, the amazing adaptations of wildlife in the desert, and how to start and maintain a pollinator garden at your school.*
Classroom outreach is one piece of the Arboretum`s initiative to bring quality education to schools within the Copper Corridor. Thank you to our sponsor, @resolutioncopper, for making outreach possible.
Outreach sessions for the 2026-2027 school year are booking now. Learn more and schedule an outreach session at the link in bio.
*Some outreach programs are limited to schools within the Copper Corridor
#btarboretum #boycethompsonarboretum #outreach #stemeducation
What are you hoping to pick up at Boyce Thompson Arboretum`s Spring Plant Sale?
Spring Plant Sale begins March 14th and runs through March 29th, 8 am – 5 pm daily. BTA Members receive 20% off during plant sales and get early access to the sale on March 13! Become a member at the link in bio.
#btarboretum #boycethompsonarboretum #springplantsale #desertplants #springplanting
See beautiful and unique floral and horticultural displays at SPRING FEVER 🌺
Desert Designers & Gold Canyon Garden Club present SPRING FEVER 2026, A National Garden Club Small Standard Flower Show. Members of Desert Designers & Gold Canyon Garden Club come together to expand and exhibit their knowledge and skill of Floral design.
Open to the public – Free with Arboretum’s standard admission
Viewing Hours:
Saturday March 21st, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday March 22nd, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
This flower show is held in honor of Kim Gray, Executive Director of Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Arizona’s largest and oldest botanical garden.
Plan your visit at the link in bio.
#btarboretum #boycethompsonarboretum #floraldesign #flowershow
Penstemon parryi is in bloom across the gardens. Native to the Sonoran Desert, this wildflower is adding stunning pops of pink across our desert landscape.
Come see what`s blooming. Plan your visit at the link in bio.
#btarborteum #boycethompsonarboretum #springblooms #nativewildflowers
March is daffodil month! Symbolizing spring, new beginnings, and happiness, these flowers are definitely adding joy to our gardens.
Every season has something new to offer. Plan your visit at the link in bio.
#btarborteum #boycethompsonarboretum #SpringBlooms #DesertBloom #daffodils
Join us tomorrow and Saturday for our monthly bird walks
Whether you are a beginner birder looking for a new hobby or an expert who visits the Arboretum often, Boyce Thompson Arboretum`s bird walks are a great opportunity to connect with the local birding community. Learn the best areas to look for birds at the Arboretum and get tips for watching and identifying from one of our trained docents.
Bird walks are from 9 am - 10 am on March 4th and 7th. Tours are free with Arboretum admission. Registration is first come, first serve (limit 15 per walk). To register for a tour or walk, sign up at the Welcome Center.
🔭 No binoculars? No problem! Loaner binoculars are available at our admissions window.
#btarboretum #birding #birdwatching #guidedtours
Take a break from your busy schedule and reconnect with nature through Forest Bathing
Take a deep breath, slow down, and immerse yourself in the healing beauty of Boyce Thompson Arboretum’s century‑old trees. Join us Saturday for a rejuvenating Forest Bathing (Shinrin‑yoku) experience designed to enhance your health, wellness, and happiness.
March 7, 2026
9:00 am - 11:30 am
12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Members: $32 | Non-members: $40
Register at the link in bio.
#btarboretum #boycethompsonarboretum #forestbathing #meditation
March is blooming. Swipe through to see what the gardens have to offer this spring and let us know your favorite desert flowers in the comments.
Plan your visit to catch these seasonal beauties. Link in bio.
#btarboretum #boycethompsonarboretum #DesertBloom #springblooms
