Friends & Family Nights
*The event has already taken place on this date: Mon, 08/18/2025
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Pollinator Party | Friends & Family Night
Monday, June 30 from 6-8pm
(Open house style, activities end at 8pm)
Get ready to buzz with excitement at our Pollinator Party—a celebration of the small but mighty heroes that help our world bloom! Create insect hotel, get your face painted with pollinator-inspired designs, and enjoy fun yard games for all ages. Then, gather 'round for enchanting tales from professional storyteller Ginger Parkinson, and discover easy ways to make your backyard a haven for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Included with regular Garden admission.
Water Walkabout | Friends & Family Night
Tuesday, July 29 from 6-8pm
(Open house style, activities end at 8pm)
Take a stroll through the Garden and dive into the wonders of water conservation! Celebrate Utah’s most precious resource with hands-on activities like crafting your own rain catcher and propagating a drought-friendly succulent to take home. Enjoy the sounds of live music as you explore and connect with local organizations dedicated to sustainable, water-wise living. It’s a fun and refreshing way to make a difference—one drop at a time!
Nature at Night | Friends & Family Night with HawkWatch International
(Open house style, activities end at 8pm)
As the sun sets, a whole new world awakens in the Garden! Craft your own glowing lantern to light the way, get up close with live raptors from HawkWatch International, and uncover the fascinating plants and creatures that come alive after dark. It’s an evening of wonder, wildlife, and starlit discovery you won’t want to miss.
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