Due to the generosity of our donors and community partners, most programs and events in the Park are free. See our event calendar for more information.
Social Gardening
Wednesdays 9 am to noon
Beginning Wednesday, May 24
Under the guidance and supervision of the Lead Horticulturist volunteer gardeners help with general gardening tasks.
Yoga on the Green
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, 9 am
Beginning Saturday, May 27
Stories in the Garden
Fridays, June 9 – August 18, at 10:30 am
Children ages 0 to 7, accompanied by a parent or caregiver, are invited to enjoy a fun and exciting story during Storytime this summer.
Free
Fairy Garden House Contest
Friday, June 9 at 11:30
Join us Friday, June 9 at 11:30 am immediately following Stories in the Park for the judging of the Botanic Park’s Annual Fairy Garden House contest. Entries are due in the Trillium House by Wednesday, June 7 at 3 pm. The contest is open to children of all ages, but one builder must be under 12 years old.
Free Guided Tours
Throughout the Summer, 10 am
In June every Friday & Sunday Beginning Friday, June 9.
Enjoy a free guided walking tour of the Yampa River Botanic Park led by Board members and volunteers.
Free
Lulie Crawford’s Wildflowers and Watercolors
June 13, July 18, August 8 at 10:30 am
The Tread of Pioneers Museum shares the story of Lulie and her pioneering family, followed by watercolor instruction with a professional artist. Then the program participants paint their own wildflower watercolor masterpieces, just like Lulie!
Celebration of Life for Audrey Enever
Sunday, June 24 4 pm
A celebration of life is planned for Audrey Enever on Sunday, June 25 from 4 – 6 pm at the Botanic Park on The Green. All are invited to attend.
Music on the Green
Wednesdays, 10 am, June 28 to August 16
Free
Bring your lawn chairs and the entire family and relax to music in the mountain air presented by Strings Music Festival.
The Garden Conservancy Open Days
Saturday, July 8
Fueling America’s passion for gardens, The Garden Conservancy’s program Open Days is coming to Routt County in partnership with the Yampa River Botanic Park with five unique gardens that promise to inspire!
Piknik Theatre on the Green
Peter Pan
July 31, August 2, 8, 10 at 6 pm
The Scouts
July 30, August 1, 3, 7, 9 at 6 pm
4th annual Fall Bulb Benefit Sponsored by Mountain Valley Bank
October 5-7
Featuring a hand-picked selection of unique and remarkable bulbs that thrive in the Yampa River Valley and chosen for form, color, and fragrance and hardiness.
