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BOOtanical Days 9AM-5PM:

  • Regular daily admission at the door
  • Pre-registration not required
  • Free for Garden members
  • On All-Abilities Day, BOOtanical Days will close at 1PM

BOOtanical Nights 6-9PM:

  • Timed-entry tickets are required for everyone over the age of two (2)
  • BOO Nights Standard Tickets
    • Members $13 | Public $16
  • BOO Nights FLEX Tickets
    • Members $15 | Public $18
  • Last entry 8PM
  • Tickets go on sale Tuesday, Oct 3 at 10AM

Date TBD - All Abilities Day from 2-5PM (last entry 4PM):

  • Date TBD, BOOtanical Days will close at 1PM
  • Timed-entry tickets are required for everyone over the age of two (2)
  • Members $13 | Public $16
  • A more accessible experience for those with special sensory or physical needs
  • Tickets go on sale Tuesday, Oct 3 at 10AM

Purchase BOO Nights or All-Abilities Day tickets

Please explain timed-entry admission
Tickets are sold via timed admission to assist with a spaced and continuous flow of guests through the front doors and Garden areas. If you purchase a 6-6:30PM time-slot, please plan to arrive between 6-6:30PM. If you purchase a 6:30-7PM time-slot, please plan to arrive between 6:30-7PM, and so on. Last entry is 8PM.

Weather
BOOtanical takes place rain or shine. Please come prepared for the weather. Please note that in hazardous weather conditions, such as heavy rain or snow, the event might experience delays, pauses, or even be shortened for safety reasons. Refunds will only be granted if the entire event or a specific time slot is canceled.

Can I exchange my ticket or get a refund?
Standard BOO Nights Tickets are not refundable or exchangeable.

Introducing FLEX Tickets
Flex tickets are not refundable but may be exchanged for another available time slot. Rescheduling is subject to the availability of another equivalently priced time slot and date. Flex Ticket holders must provide 24-hour notice before rescheduling their tickets. FLEX Ticket Terms & Conditions
Flex Ticket exchanges may take place over the phone (801.585.0556) or in person at the Red Butte Garden Visitor Center from 9AM-5PM daily.

Can I wear a costume?
Yes! Costumes are encouraged. Check out our Costume Guidelines for more information.

I'm a Garden member. Do I receive a discount?
Yes! Garden members receive a $3 discount on every BOOtanical Night ticket purchased. Simply log in prior to purchasing tickets to receive your discount. Members are welcome to purchase as many tickets as they would like. Daytime admission is free for Garden members, no ticket necessary.

How long will it take to experience BOOtanical?
We recommend on planning on at least an hour to an an hour and a half to experience BOOtanical.

What should I bring to BOOtanical?
BOOtanical takes place outside, so dress for the weather. Garden paths will be lit at night but you may want to bring a flashlight to help guide your way.

Will the entire Garden be open during BOOtanical?
The entire Garden will be open during the day from 9AM-5PM. Starting at 6PM, certain parts of the Garden will close each day to ensure the safety of our guests, volunteers, and staff. See BOOtanical Oaklore Academy map.

Where do I park?
Please park in the Red Butte Garden parking lot directly in front of the main Visitor Center. Guests are welcome to drop off passengers at the front doors before parking. Additional parking is available in the Williams Building Parking Garage at 295 Chipeta Way. View parking map HERE.

How can I become a BOOtanical sponsor?
Please contact Natalie Cope in our Development Department at natalie.cope@redbutte.utah.edu for sponsorship opportunities.

Click HERE for more theme night information and to purchase tickets.

Date TBA | Pride Night | Welcoming LGBTQIA+ individuals, families, friends, and allies

Date TBA | University of Utah Student Night | Discounted tickets w/ promo code

Date TBA | All-Abilities Day from 2-5PM | A more accessible experience for those with special sensory or physical needs. Flash sale! Book now and enjoy regular Garden admission (free for members). We invite everyone to join in the festivities!

All are welcome to join us at any BOOtanical Days or Nights.

Interpretación de eventos BOOtánical en Español.

BOOtanical Costume Guidelines

Oaklore Academy of Magic Student Manual

CONTEST:

Keep track of the Magic Jack-o'-Lanterns you find at BOOtanical and Enter to Win a free Garden membership.

See the map of BOOtanical Oaklore Academy of Magic

This year, the main entrance to BOOtanical will be through the Red Butte Garden Visitor Center front doors.

Red Butte Garden Visitor Center address:
300 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108

Additional parking is available in the Williams Building parking garage at 295 Chipeta Way.

How do I get to BOOtanical?
You can find driving directions to BOOtanical HERE

And a more specific parking map HERE

Thank you for making BOOtanical a great success! See you next October!

Stay tuned for the 2024 BOOtanical Dates & Theme

The most bewitching event of the year!

Questions? Click on the BOO FAQ dropdown box.


TICKET PRICES

BOOtanical Days

Dates TBA from 9AM-5PM

  • Regular daily admission at the door.
    • General public: Adults $14 | Children $7 | Seniors $12
  • Daytime admission is free for Garden members
  • Pre-registration for daytime tickets not required
  • On Date TBA, BOOtanical Days will close at 1PM to make way for All-Abilities Day from 2-5PM (tickets required)

Don’t miss these fun daytime BOOtanical activities:

  • Discover the past in Magical History
  • Learn botanical-inspired incantations at Spells
  • Explore the magical creatures of Cryptozoology
  • Dig into magical plants at Herbology
  • Brew up fun at Potions
  • Search forGroundskeeper Tilly’s magic jack-‘o-lanterns
  • Hunt for the mysterious Nimbus Plant*
  • Uncover the crimes of Myrtle Spurge

*A special, escape room-style challenge for guests ages 12+

BOOtanical Nights

Dates TBA from 6-9PM | Last entry 8PM

Timed admission tickets required for nighttime hours for everyone over the age of two (2).

Check out our Theme Nights – Pride Night, U Student Night, & All-Abilities Day

  • BOO Nights Standard Tickets
    • Members $13 | Public $16
    • No refunds or exchanges
  • New! BOO Nights FLEX Tickets
    • Members $15 | Public $18
    • Flex Ticket holders can reschedule their tickets to another available time slot. FLEX Ticket Terms & Conditions
    • Flex Ticket exchanges may take place over the phone (801.585.0556) or in person at the Red Butte Garden Visitor Center from 9 AM-5 PM daily.

Join us after dark for all the same daytime experiences and more including:

  • Storytellers, DJs, and puppet troupes – Performance Schedule
  • Collect stamps and win a special prize
  • Enjoy hundreds of lights and seasonal decorations exclusive to BOOtanical Nights.
  • Buzzed Coffee Cart serving warm drinks and sweet treats
  • And more!