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FREE Entrance Red Butte Garden – Arbor Day Celebration
Arbor Day Celebration
The last Friday of every April.
Friday, April 24, 2026
Join us for a fun day of self-guided family-friendly activities throughout the Garden. Our Arbor Day Celebration includes a tree seedling giveaway, while supplies last, for guests who would like to take home a tree.
Arbor Day Celebration at Red Butte Garden & Arboretum
Friday, April 24 | Event Activities from 10am-2pm
Garden Hours 9am-7:30pm
Free admission all day thanks to Salt Lake County Zoo, Arts, & Parks (ZAP)
Do you love trees? So do we. Red Butte Garden and Arboretum is part of Utah’s arboretum, so there’s no better place to celebrate Arbor Day! Join us to explore the beauty of the natural world and learn about the vital role trees play in our lives and environment. With tree-rific family-friendly activities there’s plenty to inspire you to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees.
Arbor Day Events and Activities
Free Tree Giveaways
Take home a free Eastern Redbud seedling to plant in your yard—while supplies last.
Tree Planting Demo – 10:30am
Don’t miss our Tree Planting Demo, where Red Butte Garden’s arborist, Charlie Perington, will share expert tips for helping young trees take root and flourish.
Tree Scavenger Hunt
Set off on a Tree Hunt through the Garden, discovering some of our favorite species and uncovering fun facts along the way.
Exploration Stops
Curious how trees thrive in Utah’s dry climate? Stop by our Exploration Stops to learn how mindful watering and consistent care support healthy growth year-round.
