Trick or Trees

Each October, the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforgettable destinations. Experience Trick or Trees: where you can enjoy a family-friendly, non-scary day of trick-or-TREEting as we celebrate the spooky side of plants. Explore festive entertainment, educational activities, costumes, magic, and fall-favorite foods throughout the Garden. Bring your curiosity and your costume for a full day of fun at the BOOtanical Garden. FOOD & DRINK Kettle corn, roasted nuts, and lemonade by Jeff E Pop Flora Café open 11 AM-2 PM ENTERTAINMENT & ACTIVITIES Activity & trick-or-treating stations | 9 AM-4 PM Face painting by CreaTiviah | 9 AM-11 AM Laura Ernst acrobatic variety shows | 10:30 AM & 1:15 PM Toby the Balloon Dude | Noon-3 PM Stilt walker by FEAT Acrobatics | 12:30-2:30 PM Strolling magic by Jonathan May | 1-1:30 PM & 3:15-3:45 PM Stage show by Jonathan May | 2-3 PM Entertainment, schedule, and partners are subject to change. TICKETS Members: FREE Adult: $14 Senior: $13 Youth: $11 Pineapple Program, Museums for All, SNAP/EBT, & reciprocal membership participants: FREE