EVENT CALENDAR
All October events in the gardens will occur as scheduled, pending COVID-19 updates. Events that require cancelation will be announced one week prior to the event date if necessary. Find updates on this page or Facebook. Please read mask and distancing guidelines before your visit.
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POP-UP PLANT SALE 9.26.20 SATURDAY
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Shop our Pop-Up Plant Sale featuring a variety of houseplants, plants from our greenhouse, a small selection of bulbs, pots, and featured plant consignors.
There is no cost to visit the plant sale, but we hope you’ll consider paying for general admission to stroll through our gardens where the fall colors are on vibrant display. Members get in free. Please read mask and distancing guidelines before your visit. |
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ONLINE BULB SALE THROUGH 10.15.20
Support the Quad City Botanical Center by purchasing your spring bulbs through our Flower Power fundraising campaign until October 15. Lilies, daffodils, tulips and more spring favorites are all available for easy shopping and delivery without leaving home. Bulbs ship directly to your address, so you can shop from anywhere in the US!
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LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS9.19.20 SATURDAY
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Level: Daisies (K-1), Brownies (2-3) and Juniors (4-5) Flowers are beautiful, and they have a secret code. Girl Scouts can find out how flowers work on the inside and discover their secret language. Juniors may earn the Flowers badge. Badges can be purchased at any Girl Scout Shop or online. Please read mask and distancing guidelines before your visit.
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NOT SO SCARY HALLOWEEN WALK10.2.20 FRIDAY
10.9.20 FRIDAY 10.16.20 FRIDAY 10.23.20 FRIDAY 6:30 PM, 7:00 PM, 7:30 PM, 8:00PM General admission, free for members. Tickets MUST be purchased in advance due to limited capacity. Purchase tickets for your date and time slot.
Dress up your little ghosts and goblins for our annual Not So Scary Halloween Walk. Bring your flashlights and explore the nooks and crannies of the Sun Garden – search for spiders, bats, jack-o-lanterns and toads as you wander down the darkened pathways. Get a glimpse of the Halloween train in our popular train garden. It’s not so scary in our gardens, making this event great for all ages. Take home a goodie bag after the fun. A one-way path will lead guests through this year’s exhibit for social distancing. Please read mask and distancing guidelines before your visit. |
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sunday funday: SCARECROW BUILDING 10.4.20 SUNDAY
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM General admission, free for members. Bring a bag of old clothes, hats and accessories to donate to the garden to create a scarecrow for our fall display. Scarecrows and clothing become property of the Botanical Center and will be on display throughout October. Straw, cross arms, rope, burlap heads and fence posts will be provided as supplies last. Explore our gardens with the Pumpkin Extravaganza activity guide after your scarecrow is complete. Please read mask and distancing guidelines before your visit.
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sunday funday: PAW-SOME HALLOWEEN 10.11.20 SUNDAY
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Free admission 1PM-3PM with donation of dog or cat food, treats, unstuffed toy or cash for local shelters.
Dress up your pup, enjoy the gardens and visit vendors. To ensure a safe interaction among guests and dogs, we ask that you use a short, non-retractable leash and the provided dooty bags. Dogs that are current on rabies vaccinations, have been spayed or neutered and are socialized for encounters with other animals and children are welcome for this special day in our gardens. Please read mask and distancing guidelines before your visit. Enter our online Paw-some Costume Contest by submitting a photo of your pup dressed up. Enter by email to marketing@qcgardens.com by October 2 and include with your photo: your name, phone, dog’s name and costume description. Photos will be uploaded to our Facebook page where “likes” on your pup’s photo will count as votes. Vote on Facebook only October 5-10. Winners will be awarded at Paw-some Halloween October 11. |
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KINDERNATURE: PUMPKINS AND GOURDS10.13.20 TUESDAY
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Explore the wonderful world of squash. What is the difference between a pumpkin and a squash? What does the inside of a gourd look like? Bring your littles to find answers to questions like these and to enjoy these fun fall fruits. Attendance is limited. KinderNature is for kids ages 3-5. RSVP required. Please read mask and distancing guidelines before your visit.
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sunday funday: PAINTED PUMPKINS 10.18.20 SUNDAY
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM General admission, free for members. RSVP to guarantee your pumpkins. One pumpkin provided per youth ticket and youth member ticket while supplies last.
Celebrate Halloween and the fall harvest by painting a pumpkin at the Botanical Center! Pick up your pumpkin and painting supplies at distanced tables in the outdoor canopy tent and pick out a spot on the lawn to work on your masterpiece. Guests are welcome to bring their own blanket and chairs. Listen to kid-friendly fall stories like “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” and complete a Pumpkin Extravaganza activity guide. Please read mask and distancing guidelines before your visit. |
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sunday funday: TERRIFIC TURKEYS 11.1.20 SUNDAY
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Thanksgiving is right around the corner. Join us to discover interesting facts about the bird at the center of attention in November. We will learn about both domestic and wild turkeys native to North America. No RSVP required. Free for members or with paid admission. Please read mask and distancing guidelines before your visit.
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KINDERNATURE: WORMS11.10.20 TUESDAY
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Wiggly worms are everywhere! Join us in understanding more about these squirmy creatures and their role in composting nature. You can even hold one yourself! Attendance is limited. KinderNature is for kids ages 3-5. RSVP required. Please read mask and distancing guidelines before your visit.
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TERRIFIC TERRARIUMS11.14.20 SATURDAY
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Level: Brownies (2-3) and Juniors (4-5) Girl Scouts can grow a green thumb! Come out to the Quad City Botanical Center and learn about the different types of habitat and needs for plants and ecosystems. After learning the basics of habitats, make your very own terrarium to take home. The Gardener badge opportunity is for Juniors. Badges can be purchased at any Girl Scout Shop or online. Please read mask and distancing guidelines before your visit.
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