When is BOOtanical and how much are tickets?
2025 Dates TBA
BOOtanical Days 9 am-5 pm (last entry 4 pm):
- Regular daily admission at the door
- Pre-registration not required
- Free for Garden members
- On October 26, BOO Days will open at 12 pm
BOOtanical Nights 6-9 pm (last entry 8 pm):
- Timed-entry tickets are required for everyone over age two (2)
- BOO Nights Standard Tickets
- Members $13 | Public $16
- BOO Nights FLEX Tickets (+$5)
- Members $18 | Public $21
- Last entry 8 pm
All Abilities Day from 9 am-Noon:
A more accessible experience for those with special sensory or physical needs. Everyone is welcome.
- From 9am-Noon, last entry 11 am
- Regular daily admission at the door
- Pre-registration not required, but tickets can be purchased online
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 6-6:30 pm time-slot, please plan to arrive between 6-6:30 pm. If you purchase a 6:30-7 pm time-slot, please plan to arrive between 6:30-7 pm, 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 tickets are not refundable or exchangeable.
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 to the member portal 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 To Buy
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, please 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 9 am-5 pm. Starting at 6pm, certain spaces will be closed each day to ensure the safety of our guests, volunteers, and staff.
Where should 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.
Garden Members - Learn How to Buy and get your discount.
Create an account or sign in to the member portal before purchasing tickets.
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 2024 Adventures in Wonderland a Success!
Check back next summer 2025 for information about the next BOOtanical!
Don’t be late for a very important date! Take an exciting journey down the rabbit hole to the magical world of Wonderland, where adventure awaits around every corner. From a conversation with the Caterpillar to an audience with the Queen of Hearts, you’ll discover nature’s hidden ties to the people and places of Wonderland and maybe uncover a secret or two about the natural world along the way!
But that’s just the beginning! The mischievous Jabberwocky has stolen and planted the powerful Halloween Seeds around Wonderland. Now, Halloween is spreading its magic, turning mushrooms into pumpkins and teacups into spiders. Can you help find the hidden seeds and stop this enchantment before Wonderland is transformed forever? The fate of this whimsical realm rests in your hands. Join the adventure and see if you have what it takes to save Wonderland—only at BOOtanical!
Questions? Click on the BOO FAQ dropdown box above.
Special thanks to Presenting Sponsor Bank of America and Event Sponsor Key Bank.
BOOtanical en Español
TICKET PRICES
BOOtanical Nights
Dates TBA | 6-9 pm | Last entry 8 pm
Timed-admission tickets required for nighttime hours for everyone over age two (2).
BOO Nights Standard Tickets
- Members $13 | Public $16
- No refunds or exchanges.
- All standard ticket sales are final.
- uNID card Holders
- UU students, staff, & faculty receive $2 off public-priced tickets with promo code. Call 801.585.0556 for code.
BOO Nights FLEX Tickets
- Members $18 | Public $21
- Flex ticket holders can reschedule their tickets to another available time slot.
- 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.
Garden members- How To Buy and get your discount.
Join us after dark for all the same daytime experiences and more... check back this fall for more information
Special BOOtanical Event Dates- TBA
Click HERE for more information about Special Events.
- Members $13 | Public $16
- Member Appreciation Night, TBA
- All-Abilities Day, TBA
- Pride Night, TBA
BOOtanical Days 2024
Dates TBA | from 9 am-5 pm | Last entry 4 pm
- Regular daily admission at the door.
- Daytime admission is free for Garden members
- uNID card Holders
- UU students, staff, & faculty get free admission with valid uNID
- Pre-registration for daytime tickets not required
- On date TBA, BOOtanical Days will open at Noon to make way for All-Abilities Day from 9 am-12 pm (tickets required)
By day... check back next fall for more information
Special thanks to 2024 Presenting Sponsor Bank of America and Event Sponsor Key Bank.
BOOtanical Nights Performers
Special thanks to all the local performers joining us at BOOtanical 2024!
Look for Puppets in the City puppeteers and Wish Upon A Party characters actors roaming the Garden. Enjoy a few spooky stories with Ginger Parkinson and live music with The Snarlin' Yarns. The Best DJ In Town kicks off the fun in the Courtyard.
Check the schedule.
Performers and performance times subject to change.
Interpretación de eventos BOOtánical 2024 en Español
Más información y guía de interpretación del evento.
More information and event interpretation guide.
Virtual Recipes & Resources
Free Fall Inspired Snacks
Follow along with Theresa Dvorak MS, RD, as she makes spooky Halloween snacks that everyone in the family will enjoy!
To watch the "Apple Cookie" video Click here.
To watch the "Pumpkins & Broomsticks" video Click here.
To watch the "Ghosts & Teeth" video Click here.
To watch the "Veggie Skeleton" video Click here.
To watch the "Spider PB&J" video Click here.
Virtual Classes & Resources
Red Butte Garden is working to provide fun, engaging, nature-based educational activities that everyone can enjoy.