Music in the Garden

Don’t miss the Botanical Garden’s summer music series presented by EMC Insurance Companies. Enjoy the best parts of the Garden, music, family, food, and the warm summer weather. Sounds thanks to Ripple Productions. 

Thursdays  |  June 6 through August 29

Doors open at 6 p.m. | Music starts at 6:30 p.m.

  • Bring chairs and picnic blankets

  • Leave coolers and food at home

  • Bring Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden Silipint® for 10% off drinks

  • Purchase admission at the door

Tickets

Member – $6 off all ticket types
Adult – $12
Senior (65+) – $11
Active Military – $11
Children (2-12) $9
Children 1 and under – free
Museums for All (WIC and SNAP EBT card holders ) – free

Event Details

All concerts will be held live and in person in the outdoor Koehn Garden. Doors open at 6 p.m. and music begins at 6:30 p.m.

The Garden will close at 9 p.m., music conclusion time will vary.

This is a rain or shine event. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved indoors. Please check our Facebook page for weather related updates.

Music in the Garden attendees are encouraged to bring their own folding, outdoor seating, or picnic blankets. These items will also be available for purchase in the Garden Shop.

2024 Lineup

June 6

The June Bugs

June 13

The Sheet

June 20

NOLA Jazz Band

June 27

Gina Gedler

July 11

Surf Zombies

July 18

Son Peruchos

July 25

Bruce Day – Family Night

August 1

Adé & The Soul Brothers

August 8

The Feel Right

August 15

Randy Burke & the Prisoners

August 22

Brad & Kate

August 29

Damon Dotson

Thank you to our presenting sponsor