Bird Walks at the Butte
2026-08-19 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT, 84108, United States
Can you identify a bird by its song? Wing patterns? Size? Or do you just enjoy taking in the many species of birds throughout Utah? Whether you’re an avid birder or new to the hobby, come join a birding expert from HawkWatch International as they guide a group around Red Butte Garden & Arboretum to identify and learn about the many birds that call the area home. Please wear comfortable footwear and dress for the weather, as you will be walking throughout the garden. We also recommend that you bring a pair of binoculars. Some extra binoculars will be available if you do not have a pair.
Registration for this program is handled by our partner, Red Butte Gardens: https://redbuttegarden.org/plan-your-garden-visit/online-classes-virtual-resources/adult-education/bird-walk-at-red-butte-garden-with-hawkwatch-international/
Class Registration
Maximum Capacity: 15
Registration Closure: Start of class/Capacity full
General Public Price: $18
Member Price: $14.40

Red Butte Garden Member Block Party
2026-08-07 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver)
Join us in the Red Butte Garden and Arboretum Amphitheatre from 5:30-10:30pm for a fun evening of family-friendly yard games, crafts, snacks, Chimi Churri Food truck, HawkWatch International, live music from Raccoon Rodeo, and the animated superhero film The Incredibles on the big screen. Pack a picnic, and don’t forget to bring your low-back chairs and blankets.
Please dress for the weather. The Amphitheatre is located at the mouth of Red Butte Canyon and even on the warmest days it can get breezy and chilly at night. Bring your jackets, socks, hats, and layer up.
The Block Party is free for Garden members, but please register.
Click here to learn more and register: https://redbuttegarden.org/events/block-party/

Friends & Family Night at Red Butte Garden
2026-06-22 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)
Join us for summer evenings at the Garden filled with immersive activities, nature discovery, and fun for all ages. Each Friends & Family Night features a different theme, with interactive stations, crafts, and special activities led by Garden staff and community partners. Experience the Garden in a new way as you learn, play, and explore together. All Friends & Family Nights are included with regular Garden admission.
Click here to learn more: https://redbuttegarden.org/friends-and-family-night/who-lives-here/

Bird Walks at the Butte
2026-05-20 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-22 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-25 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver)
Can you identify a bird by its song? Wing patterns? Size? Or do you just enjoy taking in the many species of birds throughout Utah? Whether you’re an avid birder or new to the hobby, come join a birding expert from HawkWatch International, as they guide a group around Red Butte Garden & Arboretum to identify and learn about the many birds that call the area home. Please wear comfortable footwear and dress for the weather, as you will be walking throughout the garden. We also recommend that you bring a pair of binoculars. Some extra binoculars will be available if you do not have a pair.
Registration for this program is handled by our partner, Red Butte Gardens: https://redbuttegarden.org/plan-your-garden-visit/online-classes-virtual-resources/adult-education/bird-walk-at-red-butte-garden-with-hawkwatch-international/
Class Registration
Maximum Capacity: 15
Registration Closure: Start of class/Capacity full
General Public Price: 16
Member Price: 12.80

Red Butte Garden's Nature at Night
2025-08-18 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)
As the sun sets, a whole new world awakens in the Garden! Craft your own glowing lantern to light the way, get up close with live raptors from HawkWatch International, and uncover the fascinating plants and creatures that come alive after dark. It’s an evening of wonder, wildlife, and starlit discovery you won’t want to miss.
Cost:

Garden Members: Free

General Public: Included with Garden admission at the door

Bird Walks at the Butte
2025-04-23 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-04-09 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-03-26 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-03-12 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Denver)
Have you ever tried to get into birding but weren’t sure how? Want to learn how to identify a bird by its song? Join one of our experts for a guided birding walk around Red Butte Garden to learn more about local birds and how to identify them.
Registration for this program is handled by our partner, Red Butte Gardens. Click here to register: https://redbuttegarden.org/plan-your-garden-visit/online-classes-virtual-resources/adult-education/bird-walk-at-red-butte-garden-with-hawkwatch-international/

Bird Walks at the Butte
2023-11-07 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-10-03 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-09-05 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago)
Have you ever tried to get into birding but weren’t sure how? Want to learn how to identify a bird by its song? Join one of our experts for a guided birding walk around Red Butte Garden to learn more about local birds and how to identify them.
Registration for this program is handled by our partner, Red Butte Gardens. Click here to register: https://redbuttegarden.org/adult-education/bird-walk-with-hawkwatch-international/
This event is made possible by Salt Lake County ZAP and the generosity of supporters like you.

BOOtanical at Red Butte Garden
2023-10-22 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-10-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-10-20 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Join us for the BOOtanical Night at Red Butte Garden this October 20th, 21st, and 22nd!
Meet one of our Raptor Ambassadors, interact with our selection of raptor skulls, eggs, bones, and pellets, and find out what raptors may be living in your backyard! Red Butte Garden has a whole host of activities planned for these magical nights, please visit their event website for schedule information as well as ticket prices: BOOtanical at Red Butte Garden
