Spring savings at the Denver Botanic Gardens

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(Denver, CO) It's spring, and the flowers are starting to bloom, trees are budding, and birds are singing. It is a great time to visit the Denver Botanic Gardens.

On Monday, April 22 (Earth Day), the Denver Botanic Gardens have a limited number of complimentary tickets at York Street and Chatfield Farms. Advanced registration is required, and free tickets can be reserved here.

York Street

Denver Botanic Gardens York Street is an "urban oasis" in the city, spanning 24 acres. There are various gardens to enjoy, including Gardens of the West, Internationally Inspired Gardens, Ornamental Gardens, and Shady Gardens.

York Street also has a children's garden, a playful, educational area where youngsters are encouraged to touch and explore the natural world.

• Location: 1007 York Street, Denver, Colorado
• Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Chatfield Farms

The Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms site is a 700-acre plant refuge and working farm in Littleton, Colorado. This location has several gardens, walking paths, and a 1.4-mile hiking trail.

Guests can explore the historic Hildebrand Ranch or spend time at the treehouse in the children's play area.

Chatfield Farms is an ideal spot to learn about nature and history while getting exercise in a lovely outdoor space.

Please note that the Butterfly Pavilion does not open for the season until Saturday, May 25.

• Location: 8500 W. Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, Colorado
• Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

2024 Free Days

The remaining 2024 free admission days at York Street and Chatfield Farms are:

• Monday, April 22 (Earth Day)
• Wednesday, June 5
• Wednesday, July 3
• Wednesday, August 28
• Friday, November 29 (Thanksgiving weekend)

Registration is open three months at a time on a rolling basis, and guests can order April and June tickets now!