Tucson Botanical Gardens
Your Urban Oasis
in the heart of Tucson
Current & Upcoming Exhibits
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The Great Garden Express
Mar 15–May 11
Spring Art Sale
Mar 10–Aug 31
Beautiful Spirit: Art in Motion
Oct 12–May 31
Fiesta de los Animales
Classes & Events
We offer a collection of classes & events that range in topics from Gardening, Wellness, Art, Nature, and Ecology. Check out what we have coming up and learn something new!
Classes, Art
Butterfly Jewelry for Mother’s Day
May 9 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Special
Compost Awareness Week Pop-Up
May 10 @ 8:30 am – 10:30 am
Classes, Nature & Ecology
Sonoran Desert Wildlife: Identifying Their Tracks and Signs
May 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Classes, Gardening
The Basics of Irrigation in the Desert Garden
May 14 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
– Derrick D.
In this natural oasis, one can easily lose themselves in the beauty of their surroundings and find a sense of calm within the world. It’s simply beautiful.
events at the garden
Celebrate with loved ones.
Our beautiful garden setting is the ideal location for any event; weddings, memorials, corporate events, or private parties. We offer premier catering by Westward Look Resort. Let us help you create a memorable and unique event.
October 1 – May 31
Butterfly Magic
Special Hours:
9:30am – 3:00pm
7 days a week
The COX Butterfly and Orchid Pavilion is our tropical greenhouse featuring hundreds of butterflies that flutter around you as you walk, tropical plants not easily seen in the Southwest, and dazzling showy orchids from around the world.
As Southern Arizona’s only tropical butterfly exhibit, we are honored to have set the standard for how these amazing species can and should be experienced. A staple of Tucson, it’s a must see!
– Shawna L.
Awesome place to admire all of the wonders of nature that Tucson has to offer! Always a pleasure! The Butterflies were amazing!! Be sure to check out the gift shop for some wonderful take a ways to remember your visit!
