PLAN FOR NEXT YEAR'S TOUR! - - - September 19-21, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Parade of Gardens Southern Utah?

The Parade of Gardens Southern Utah showcases local landscapes for water-wise garden and beauty.  It offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy these beautiful garden landscapes, and gain inspiration and ideas for their own landscapes at home.  This event is a labor of love, from the garden owners that are willing to showcase their gardens, to the many volunteers that help to make this event run smoothly.

Proceeds from the event are used to support  all of the conservation work of Conserve Southwest Utah.  Thank you for your support and participation in this work!

What are the hours 2024 Parade of Gardens Southern Utah?

SEPTEMBER 20-21-22, 2024

GARDENS OPEN
Friday, 9/20/24, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday, 9/21/24, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday, 9/22/24, 8:00am – 4:00 pm

You may CHECK IN at Red Hills Desert Garden (RHDG):
Friday, 9/20, 7:30 am – 3:00 pm
Saturday, 9/21, 7:30 am – 3:00 pm
Sunday, 9/22, 7:30 am – 12:00 pm

Do I need to view the gardens in any particular order?

CHECK IN GARDEN: All attendees must check in at Red Hills Desert Garden (375 E. Red Hills Parkway, St. George, UT 84770) to have their ticket scanned.

After tickets are scanned attendees receive an event wristband that provides entry to all the parade gardens and a printed copy of the Parade Guide to use. 

Attendees are welcome to visit parade gardens in any order after initial check in.

For convenience, a QR code in the Parade Guide provides GPS map directions for each home to use on smart phones.

What can I expect to see at the gardens?

Every garden is different in its own way! The features and types of garden design and plantings vary. Our focus is to showcase beautiful and diverse ways to landscape using water-wise and drought tolerant plants.

Visit our 2024 GARDENS  to read each gardener’s story. We will update our Photo Gallery after the parade so you can revisit what you have seen. 

Are there minimum age requirements to enter the event?

NO, but ALL attendees must have a ticket. NO strollers allowed. Any and all children are the full responsibility of the parents. All ages are expected to be considerate of these special landscapes. NO dogs except for service dogs.

What are my parking options?
Each home and neighborhood are different, so please be courteous to the neighbors and traffic. If there are restrictions, parade volunteers will be available to direct you. IN MOST CASES, we recommend parking on one side of the street to avoid blocking access for emergency vehicles.
How do I contact the organizer with any questions?

Contact Parade of Gardens Southern Utah (PGSU) organizers through our Google Voicemail (435) 414-1990 and we will respond to you as quickly as possible.

What is the refund policy?

The Parade of Gardens Southern Utah will be open rain or shine.  We cannot offer refunds.  Thank you so much for your support of the Parade of Gardens Southern Utah and Conserve Southwest Utah. If you have any questions, please  contact us.

Do I need to bring my printed ticket to the event?

You can bring a printed ticket, or just show a copy of your ticket on your phone.  We can scan your ticket either way.

You can also purchase tickets the day of the tour by:

  • clicking on the Purchase Tickets button on our website
  • OR by clicking here to purchase online
  • OR we will help you purchase a ticket at the Check In Garden = Red Hills Desert Garden.
  • OR pay exact cash ($20) at the Check-In Garden.

Volunteer Info

Please fill out the form below. We will get in touch with you ASAP with more information and how to earn your complimentary ticket. Thank you!

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