Secret Garden 2026 Fundraiser: Grooving & Growing

About this event

Secret Garden 2026: Grooving & Growing

SustainEd Farms' Annual Fundraiser in Denver

Join us for Secret Garden 2026, SustainEd Farms’ signature Denver fundraising event, on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Upper Larimer in Denver’s vibrant RiNo neighborhood. This unforgettable evening supports school gardens, nutrition education, and fresh food access for students and families across Denver.

Every student deserves a place to grow, learn about fresh food, and build a healthier future. The annual Secret Garden fundraiser in Denver helps make that vision a reality by funding SustainEd Farms’ 2027 programming, school garden expansion, and fresh produce donations to local schools and food pantries.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026

Time: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Location: Upper Larimer

Address: 3034 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80205

Age Requirement: 21+ event with valid ID required

What Your Ticket Includes

All event tickets include:

• Buffet dinner featuring seasonal ingredients

• Open bar throughout the evening

• Dessert offerings

• Surprise entertainment and live performances

• Access to the silent auction

• Live auction opportunities

• A chance to directly support Denver students and school gardens

Ticket Options

General Admission – $85

Enjoy full access to Secret Garden 2026, including dinner, open bar, entertainment, and auctions.

VIP Ticket – $125 (Limited Quantity)

Upgrade your evening with the VIP Secret Garden Experience, which includes:

• Early entry 45 minutes before general admission

• Access to a private VIP lounge space

• Signature themed cocktail or mocktail by a local bartender

• Chef-created amuse-bouche from a culinary partner

• Meet-and-greet with SustainEd Farms’ Executive Director

• Exclusive program updates and future vision preview

Donate a Ticket – $75

Provide a complimentary ticket for a partner teacher or community member to attend at no cost. Donors may also participate in the silent auction remotely.

Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities

Support Denver youth while showcasing your company’s commitment to sustainability, equity, and community impact.

Bronze Sponsorship – $1,000

• 2 complimentary tickets

• Logo placement at event and materials

• Recognition in post-event communications

Silver Sponsorship – $2,500

• 4 complimentary tickets

• Premium logo placement

• Recognition during event remarks

• Post-event digital recognition

Gold Sponsorship – $5,000 (Exclusive)

• 6 complimentary tickets

• Featured partner recognition for 12 months on SustainEd Farms website

• Premium event branding placement

• Recognition during event program and post-event promotions

What is Secret Garden?

The Secret Garden fundraiser celebrates the powerful impact of school gardens across Denver. These gardens provide outdoor classrooms where students learn about sustainability, nutrition, and environmental stewardship while growing fresh produce for their communities.

Many people don’t realize how transformative a school garden can be. Secret Garden helps “unveil the secret” while raising critical funds to grow this work across Denver.

Why Attend?

By attending this Denver nonprofit gala and fundraiser, you help SustainEd Farms:

• Expand school garden programming

• Provide nutrition and sustainability education

• Donate fresh produce to schools and food pantries

• Build greener, healthier school communities

• Create hands-on learning opportunities for students

Parking & Transportation

We encourage guests to use ride share, carpooling, or public transportation. Street parking is available but limited.

Auction & Ticket Platform

Tickets, donations, and auctions are managed through our trusted partner platform BetterUnite, allowing easy mobile bidding, fast check-in, and event updates.

Join Us

Celebrate community, impact, and the power of school gardens at one of the most meaningful Denver charity events of 2026. Purchase your tickets today and help students grow brighter futures through SustainEd Farms.