Enjoy a complimentary cool drink, included with ticket, and soak up the summer sunset at the Garden with pop-up experiences, entertainment and desert views.
June 21 | Sake, Sunset, and Sippin’ | Ullman Terrace
Enjoy a sake and sunshine welcome drink, activities, entertainment and more as we celebrate Japanese Culture.
Activities | 6 – 9 p.m. | while supplies last
Origami display & folding station by the Arizona Origami Society
Miniature Ikebana Workshop by the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
Learn basic Japanese flower arrangement and take home your creation
Japanese Calligraphy Demonstration by the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
Entertainment | 7 p.m.
DJ Hartbreaks | 6 – 9 p.m.
Live Japanese Taiko Drumming performance by Ken Koshio and Kenzoo
Food Vendor | 6 – 9 p.m.
Kakigori-Addict- Local favorite Japanese Shaved Ice
Programming subject to change.
July 19 | Desert Disco | Dorrance Center (Indoors) Get ready to groove at the Garden’s Silent Disco by Vox DJs! Join us for an unforgettable night of music, dancing and good desert vibes.
Escape the heat and explore the Garden after dark with family and friends! Discover the Garden’s five thematic trails, encounter desert creatures, and immerse yourself in the captivating nighttime ambiance with cool drinks and treats. Enjoy access to food trucks and Breezy Pops for sale. Garden will be selling s’mores and drinks and more from their pop-up bars serving non-alcoholic and adult beverages.