Every school and student deserves a space to grow and learn about fresh food. Our annual Secret Garden fundraiser helps us make that a reality and deepens our impact in Denver!
Join us Saturday, November 7, 2026, for an evening of food, drinks, music, surprise entertainment, and auctions, all in support of SustainEd Farms’ 2027 programming. Acompáñenos el sábado 7 de noviembre de 2026 para una noche de comida, bebidas, música, entretenimiento sorpresa y subastas, todo en apoyo de la programación de SustainEd Farms para 2027.
Your ticket includes a buffet dinner, dessert, and access to an open bar, along with live entertainment and both a live and silent auction. All ticket purchases and donations will support SustainEd Farms’ 2027 programming, as well as fresh produce donations to our schools and local food pantries. Su boleto incluye una cena buffet, postre y acceso a una barra libre, además de entretenimiento en vivo y acceso a una subasta en vivo y una subasta silenciosa. Todos los boletos y donaciones apoyarán la programación de SustainEd Farms para 2027, así como las donaciones de productos frescos a nuestras escuelas y bancos de alimentos locales.
Frequently Asked Questions / Preguntas frecuentes:
What is the Secret Garden? Secret Garden is SustainEd Farms’ annual fundraiser! It is an opportunity to recognize the school gardens across Denver that provide learning spaces for students and grow food for those who need it most. Not everyone knows about the impact a school garden can have, and our goal is to unveil that secret while raising funds to support future programming for students! ¡Secret Garden es el evento anual de recaudación de fondos de SustainEd Farms! Es una oportunidad para reconocer los huertos escolares de Denver que brindan espacios de aprendizaje a los estudiantes y cultivan alimentos para quienes más los necesitan. No todos conocen el impacto que puede tener un huerto escolar, y nuestro objetivo es revelar ese secreto mientras recaudamos fondos para apoyar futuros programas para estudiantes.
When is the event? Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 5:30 to 9:30 PM. VIP guests will be able to enter 45 minutes before general admission. General admission check-in and entertainment will begin at 5:30 PM. Sábado 7 de noviembre de 2026, de 5:30 p. m. a 9:30 p. m. Los invitados VIP podrán entrar 45 minutos antes de la entrada general. El registro y el entretenimiento para la entrada general comenzarán a las 5:30 p. m.
Where is the event? Upper Larimer, 3034 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80205.
What will the evening look like? Secret Garden will include dinner, an open bar, live entertainment, a silent auction, a live auction, and plenty of opportunities to connect with the SustainEd Farms community. We’re keeping some of the evening’s entertainment and activities a secret for now! A detailed event schedule will be shared closer to the event Secret Garden incluirá cena, barra libre, entretenimiento en vivo, una subasta silenciosa, una subasta en vivo y muchas oportunidades para conectarse con la comunidad de SustainEd Farms. ¡Por ahora, estamos guardando algunos de los detalles del entretenimiento y las actividades de la noche como un secreto! Compartiremos un programa detallado del evento cuando se acerque la fecha.
What should I wear? We’re bringing the spirit of the ’70s to Secret Garden this year. Think flower power, bold prints, earthy tones, denim, fringe, and anything that makes you feel a little groovy. ’70s-inspired attire is encouraged, but come as you are and make it your own! As you get groovy, please keep your look creative, celebratory, and respectful. Cultural, racial, and religious identities are not costumes, so please avoid hairstyles, clothing, accessories, or other elements that appropriate or imitate another culture or identity, including racial stereotypes. Let’s celebrate the ’70s without turning someone else’s identity into a costume. Este año llevamos el espíritu de los años 70 a Secret Garden. Piensa en flores, estampados llamativos, tonos tierra, mezclilla, flecos y todo lo que te haga sentir un poquito groovy. ¡Te invitamos a vestirte al estilo de los años 70, pero ven como eres y hazlo a tu manera! Mientras te pones en modo groovy, te pedimos que tu atuendo sea creativo, alegre y respetuoso. Las identidades culturales, raciales y religiosas no son disfraces, así que evita peinados, ropa, accesorios u otros elementos que se apropien o imiten otra cultura o identidad, incluidos los estereotipos raciales. Celebremos los años 70 sin convertir la identidad de otra persona en un disfraz.
What is included with a standard event ticket? Every standard event ticket includes admission to Secret Garden, a buffet dinner and dessert featuring produce from our gardens, access to an open bar provided by our beverage sponsors, live entertainment, access to the silent auction, and this year’s special Secret Garden swag. Cada boleto estándar incluye la entrada a Secret Garden, una cena buffet y postre con productos de nuestros huertos, acceso a una barra libre proporcionada por nuestros patrocinadores de bebidas, entretenimiento en vivo, acceso a la subasta silenciosa y los regalos especiales de Secret Garden de este año.
What is included with a VIP ticket? VIP guests receive everything included with a standard event ticket, plus:
• Entry 45 minutes before general admission. Entrada 45 minutos antes de la entrada general • First pick of this year’s Chacos swag. Primera opción para elegir los Chacos de este año • Access to a private VIP gathering space. Acceso a un espacio privado para invitados VIP • One specialty cocktail or mocktail. Un cóctel o cóctel sin alcohol especial • Chef-created amuse-bouche. Un aperitivo especial preparado por un chef • Opportunity to meet SustainEd Farms’ Executive Director and hear more about our work. La oportunidad de conocer al Director Ejecutivo de SustainEd Farms y aprender más sobre nuestro trabaj
What’s the swag this year? This year’s Secret Garden swag is generously donated by Chacos, with a pair available for every guest! These are factory-second pairs, so some may have minor cosmetic imperfections, but they’re ready for plenty of adventures. We’ll do our best to accommodate your preferred size, but some sizes are limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. A pair is guaranteed for every guest, but your preferred size is not guaranteed. Los regalos de este año son generosamente donados por Chacos, ¡con un par disponible para cada invitado! Son pares de fábrica con pequeños detalles estéticos, pero están listos para muchas aventuras. Haremos todo lo posible para proporcionar su talla preferida, pero algunas tallas son limitadas y estarán disponibles por orden de llegada. Se garantiza un par para cada invitado, pero no se garantiza la talla preferida.
Who is performing? We’re holding onto some secrets! We will reveal more details closer to the event. ¡Guardamos algunos secretos! Revelaremos más detalles cuando se acerque la fecha.
Where should I park? We encourage public transportation, carpooling, and ridesharing. Venue parking is limited to street parking. Recomendamos utilizar el transporte público, compartir el automóvil o utilizar servicios de transporte compartido. El estacionamiento en el recinto está limitado al estacionamiento en la calle.
Is the event accessible? If you have an accessibility accommodation or question that you would like us to plan for in advance, please contact Matt@sustainedfarms.org so we can do our best to accommodate your needs. Si necesita alguna adaptación de accesibilidad o tiene alguna pregunta que le gustaría que planifiquemos con anticipación, comuníquese con Matt@sustainedfarms.org para que podamos hacer todo lo posible por satisfacer sus necesidades.
What is this email from BetterUnite? BetterUnite is the platform we use to manage tickets, the silent and live auctions, and other donations at the event. It will support a speedy check-in if you are able to pre-authorize your credit card. You will be able to bid from your cell phone at the event and receive text updates as you win and lose items. BetterUnite es la plataforma que usamos para gestionar las entradas, las subastas silenciosas y en vivo, y otras donaciones durante el evento. Facilitará un registro rápido si pueden preautorizar su tarjeta de crédito. Podrán pujar desde su celular durante el evento y recibir notificaciones por mensaje de texto cuando ganen o pierdan artículos.
Can I participate in the auction if I can’t attend? Yes! Guests who purchase a Donate a Ticket option can participate in the silent auction remotely through BetterUnite. You’ll be able to browse items, place bids, and receive notifications throughout the event. ¡Sí! Las personas que compren la opción Donar un Boleto pueden participar en la subasta silenciosa de forma remota a través de BetterUnite. Podrán ver los artículos, hacer ofertas y recibir notificaciones durante el evento.
What if I have a dietary restriction? We have done our best to anticipate the most common dietary restrictions. We will have vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free options for meals. If you have another need, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate it. Nos hemos esforzado por anticiparnos a las restricciones alimentarias más comunes. Tendremos opciones veganas, sin gluten y sin frutos secos. Si tiene alguna otra necesidad, por favor, infórmenos y haremos todo lo posible por adaptarnos a sus necesidades.
Can I bring my kids? This is a 21+ event, and you must have valid identification upon entry. As such, children are not permitted at this event. Este evento es para mayores de 21 años y debe presentar una identificación válida al entrar. Por lo tanto, no se permiten niños.
Can I transfer my ticket to someone else? Yes! If you can no longer attend, you may transfer your ticket to another guest. Please email Matt@sustainedfarms.org with the updated guest information as soon as possible so we can make sure they are able to check in. ¡Sí! Si ya no puede asistir, puede transferir su boleto a otra persona. Envíe un correo electrónico a Matt@sustainedfarms.org con la información actualizada del invitado lo antes posible para que podamos asegurarnos de que pueda registrarse.
What if I can no longer make it? Please let us know as soon as possible by emailing Matt@sustainedfarms.org. Although tickets are nonrefundable, letting us know you can’t make it will open up more space and more tickets for others. We will have a waitlist once tickets are sold out. Por favor, infórmenos lo antes posible enviando un correo electrónico a Matt@sustainedfarms.org. Aunque las entradas no son reembolsables, avisarnos de que no puede asistir permitirá abrir más espacio y ofrecer más entradas a otras personas. Tendremos una lista de espera una vez que se agoten las entradas.
Still have a question about Secret Garden? We’re happy to help! Contact Matt at Matt@sustainedfarms.org.
Join us for Secret Garden, an evening celebrating community, sustainability, and the impact of school gardens across Denver. Your ticket includes admission to the event, where you’ll enjoy food, drinks, music, community, and this year’s special Secret Garden swag: a pair of Chacos, generously donated by Chacos!
We’ll have enough Chacos for every guest and will do our best to provide your preferred size. Some sizes are limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ticket holders must present their tickets virtually upon entry. Additional event details will be available on our website, and we’ll periodically send emails with important information as the event approaches.
Help make Secret Garden accessible to a teacher or community member who might not otherwise be able to attend. Your $85 donation provides a ticket for a partner teacher or community member to attend Secret Garden at no cost.
Your donated ticket also allows you to participate in the silent auction remotely! You can support SustainEd Farms, bid on auction items, and enjoy the excitement of Secret Garden even if you’re not attending in person.
Donated tickets will be distributed with the help of school principals and community leaders so that they reach members of the SustainEd community who will benefit from the opportunity to attend. At this time, we are unable to process requests for specific individuals, teachers, schools, or organizations.
Donate a Ticket Includes:
Donated tickets are distributed through SustainEd Farms’ school and community partners. We are unable to accommodate requests for specific recipients.
Gather your favorite people and make a bigger impact at Secret Garden! Host a table for eight and enjoy an evening of food, drinks, community, and celebration while supporting SustainEd Farms’ school garden and nutrition education programs across Denver.
Whether you’re bringing friends, family, colleagues, or clients, hosting a table is an easy way to experience Secret Garden together while making an additional investment in SustainEd Farms. Every guest at your table will also receive a pair of Chacos, generously donated by Chacos.
We’ll have enough Chacos for every guest and will do our best to provide each person’s preferred size. Some sizes are limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Host a Table Includes:
Limited tables available.
Elevate your evening and support SustainEd Farms with our VIP Secret Garden Experience. VIP guests receive exclusive early entry 45 minutes before general admission, offering a relaxed start to the evening, first access to the garden atmosphere, and first pick of this year’s Chacos swag!
Enjoy access to a private VIP gathering space featuring a signature themed cocktail or mocktail crafted by a local bartender, along with a chef-created amuse-bouche from a local culinary partner.
You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with our Executive Director in an intimate setting, hear updates about our impact, and learn what’s ahead for SustainEd Farms. Your VIP ticket is a meaningful way to enjoy an enhanced experience while providing additional support for school garden and nutrition education programs across Denver.
VIP Ticket Includes:
Make your Secret Garden experience even more special by hosting a table for eight with our VIP experience. VIP Table Hosts and their guests will enjoy early access, first pick of Chacos swag, an exclusive VIP gathering space, and special culinary and beverage offerings before joining the full Secret Garden celebration.
Your $1,000 purchase includes eight VIP experiences while providing additional support for SustainEd Farms’ school garden and nutrition education programs across Denver.
VIP Hosted Table Includes:
Limited to 5 VIP Hosted Tables.
Show your support for SustainEd Farms and help make Secret Garden possible! Bronze Event Sponsors provide meaningful support for school garden and nutrition education programs across Denver while receiving recognition throughout the event and in post-event communications.
Bronze Event Sponsorship Includes:
Limited to 4 Bronze Event Sponsors.
Take your support to the next level as a Silver Event Sponsor. Your sponsorship helps SustainEd Farms grow the reach and impact of school gardens and nutrition education while providing enhanced recognition for your organization throughout Secret Garden and beyond.
Silver Event Sponsorship Includes:
Limited to 2 Silver Event Sponsors.
Make a significant investment in SustainEd Farms and enjoy our highest level of Secret Garden recognition. Gold Event Sponsors receive premier visibility throughout the event, a dedicated table for their guests, and recognition as one of SustainEd Farms’ most significant partners.
Includes:
Limited to 1 Gold Event Sponsor.
