# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Trick or Trees
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Oct 31 9 am – 4pm

Each October, the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforgettable destinations.

Experience Trick or Trees: where you can enjoy a family-friendly, non-scary day of trick-or-TREEting as we celebrate the spooky side of plants. Explore festive entertainment, educational activities, costumes, magic, and fall-favorite foods throughout the Garden. Bring your curiosity and your costume for a full day of fun at the BOOtanical Garden.

FOOD & DRINK
Kettle corn, roasted nuts, and lemonade by Jeff E Pop
Flora Café open 11 AM-2 PM

ENTERTAINMENT & ACTIVITIES
Activity & trick-or-treating stations | 9 AM-4 PM
Face painting by CreaTiviah | 9 AM-11 AM
Laura Ernst acrobatic variety shows | 10:30 AM & 1:15 PM
Toby the Balloon Dude | Noon-3 PM
Stilt walker by FEAT Acrobatics | 12:30-2:30 PM
Strolling magic by Jonathan May | 1-1:30 PM & 3:15-3:45 PM
Stage show by Jonathan May | 2-3 PM
Entertainment, schedule, and partners are subject to change.

TICKETS
Members: FREE
Adult: $14
Senior: $13
Youth: $11
Pineapple Program, Museums for All, SNAP/EBT, & reciprocal membership participants: FREE
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/trick-or-trees/200030582237819
- **Event Categories**: Art, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Des Moines
- **state**: IA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309
- **lat**: 41.59683
- **long**: -93.61388
- **full address**: 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Trick or Trees being held?
  - **A:** Trick or Trees takes place on Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am at 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Trick or Trees?
  - **A:** Trick or Trees is organized by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Trick or Trees is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Des Moines, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Trick or Trees sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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