Events

May 16 @ 10am – It’s National Public Gardens Week May 8 – 17! A week for communities to value their public gardens. We invite you to gather with us and help get the Gardens ready for summer. Main project: Sand and stain the iconic benches that provide a place for relaxation in the Gardens. […]

Beginning at the Education Center, this guided tour winds through the beauty of the Gardens and concludes at the charming Schoolhouse Gift Shop in the Children’s Garden. Along the way, discover alpine plants, mountain environments, rare collections, and the stories that shape both the Gardens and the history of Vail. Reserve your spot in advance—space […]

From Blueprint to Bloom: Professional Garden Design with Vicky Galarraga Join us at Betty Ford Alpine Gardens this spring to design, prepare, and plant your dream mountain garden. Stop guessing and start growing. Vicky Galarraga, founder of Vail’s Boutique Gardener, leads this 4-part intensive workshop series designed to take you through the professional process of […]

Join us at 10am on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for a guided walk through the Gardens pointing out the Top Ten Blooms of the week. Perfect for adults and families. Plan to take 30-40 minutes. Register in advance to secure your spot or arrive early at the Education Center, $10 per family, 10 people max. Allow […]

Join us at 10am on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for a guided walk through the Gardens pointing out the Top Ten Blooms of the week. Perfect for adults and families. Plan to take 30-40 minutes. Register in advance to secure your spot or arrive early at the Education Center, $10 per family, 10 people max. Allow […]

By attending one of our two volunteer trainings, you will gain the knowledge and confidence to play a vital role in every facet of Betty Ford Alpine Gardens. Volunteers are the heartbeat of our organization, providing essential support for our premier events and working alongside our horticulture team to maintain the beauty of our world-class […]

Beginning at the Education Center, this guided tour winds through the beauty of the Gardens and concludes at the charming Schoolhouse Gift Shop in the Children’s Garden. Along the way, discover alpine plants, mountain environments, rare collections, and the stories that shape both the Gardens and the history of Vail. Reserve your spot in advance—space […]

Beginning at the Education Center, this guided tour winds through the beauty of the Gardens and concludes at the charming Schoolhouse Gift Shop in the Children’s Garden. Along the way, discover alpine plants, mountain environments, rare collections, and the stories that shape both the Gardens and the history of Vail. Reserve your spot in advance—space […]

Join us at 10am on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for a guided walk through the Gardens pointing out the Top Ten Blooms of the week. Perfect for adults and families. Plan to take 30-40 minutes. Register in advance to secure your spot or arrive early at the Education Center, $10 per family, 10 people max. Allow […]

Join us at 10am on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for a guided walk through the Gardens pointing out the Top Ten Blooms of the week. Perfect for adults and families. Plan to take 30-40 minutes. Register in advance to secure your spot or arrive early at the Education Center, $10 per family, 10 people max. Allow […]