Event Type: Signature Event
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2026 Opening Day
The Yampa River Botanic Park is opening for the 2026 season at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7. Read full article
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Fairy Garden House Contest
Join us Friday, June 12 at 11:30 am, immediately following Stories in the Garden, for the judging of the Botanic Park’s annual Fairy Garden House Contest! Each spring, children create fairy garden houses from all-natural materials to be entered into a contest and placed in the Park’s Fairy Garden for the season. Contest Rules and Read full article
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Spring Plant Sale
The Park’s annual plant sale is scheduled to return this year, featuring perennials for the intermountain west including pollinator-friendly plants, natives, and other favorites! The Spring Plant Sale takes place on The Green inside the Park. Botanic Park Gardeners and Routt County Master Gardeners will be on-site to answer questions and help you make the Read full article
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Fall Bulb Sale
Our annual Fall Bulb Sale is scheduled to return this year! Join us on the Trillium House patio to shop our curated selection of bulbs chosen for their form, fragrance, and hardiness in the Yampa Valley. Find daffodils, tulips, allium, and more, plus specialty varieties for holiday décor and gifts. Read full article
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Volunteer Orientation
We hope you can join us for Volunteer Orientation on May 14, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. to learn everything you need to know about becoming a Friend of the Botanic Park! Discover which volunteer role is right for you, meet new and returning volunteers, and get acquainted with our new volunteeer sign-up process. Light refreshments Read full article
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Passport Through the Botanic Park
Passport Through the Botanic Park is the Yampa River Botanic Park’s signature summer gala, where guests explore plant collections native to Colorado and similar environments worldwide while savoring global cuisine, fine wines, and captivating entertainment. Stay tuned for 2026’s theme! Read full article
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Fall Bulb Benefit
Our Fall Bulb Benefit presented by Mountain Valley Bank has been extended! Stop by the Trillium House 10/1 through 10/3 between 9 AM and 12 PM while supplies last to take home beautiful bulbs for your garden, décor for your home, or thoughtful gifts for a friend. Our curated selection of bulbs were chosen for Read full article