Summer at the Arboretum
Experience the beauty of summer at the Dallas Arboretum with vibrant gardens, engaging activities, and fun events for the whole family.
When
June 7 – August 17
Celebrate Summer
Summer at the Arboretum celebrates the beauty of everyday moments with vibrant new summer plantings, family-friendly fun, and inspiring works of art by Seward Johnson.
Summer Highlights
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Learn More about Labor Day Family Fun Weekend ![]()
Labor Day Family Fun Weekend
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at – -
Learn More about Seated Tea ![]()
Seated Tea
Sunday, February 1 at – -
Learn More about Cool Thursdays Concert Series ![]()
Cool Thursdays Concert Series
Thursday, June 5, 2025 at –
Adult & Family Learning
dult & Family Learning at the Dallas Arboretum offers engaging classes and events for every interest. From horticulture and crafting to cooking demonstrations, nutrition, and more, there’s always something new to discover and enjoy.
Upcoming Classes
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Learn More about Water Marbling Fundamentals ![]()
Located at Green Classroom
Discover the mesmerizing art of traditional water marbling in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class.More Details about Water Marbling FundamentalsWater Marbling Fundamentals
Tuesday, February 10 at – -
Learn More about Open Succulent Terrarium ![]()
Located at Green Classroom
Unleash your inner plant artist and learn how to create an open succulent terrarium.More Details about Open Succulent TerrariumOpen Succulent Terrarium
Tuesday, February 24 at – -
Learn More about Roll into Spring with Chef Nikky ![]()
Roll into Spring with Chef Nikky
Saturday, February 28 at – -
Learn More about Wonderful World of Herbs ![]()
Wonderful World of Herbs
Saturday, March 7 at – -
Learn More about Plan Your Own Cut Flower Garden ![]()
Located at Green Classroom
Create a cut flower garden that’s as productive as it is beautiful.More Details about Plan Your Own Cut Flower GardenPlan Your Own Cut Flower Garden
Tuesday, March 10 at – -
Learn More about Poppies and Butterflies Watercolor ![]()
Poppies and Butterflies Watercolor
Tuesday, March 31 at – -
Learn More about Loose as a Goose: Watercolor Birds ![]()
Located at Green Classroom
Get loose as a goose and let your creativity take flight in this playful mixed-media art class.More Details about Loose as a Goose: Watercolor BirdsLoose as a Goose: Watercolor Birds
Tuesday, April 28 at – -
Learn More about Explore the Dallas Arboretum Plant Trials ![]()
Located at Green Classroom
Go behind the scenes of the Dallas Arboretum’s renowned Plant Trials and discover how research shapes the plants we grow and recommend.More Details about Explore the Dallas Arboretum Plant TrialsExplore the Dallas Arboretum Plant Trials
Tuesday, May 12 at – -
Learn More about Nature Printmaking for Beginners ![]()
Located at Green Classroom
Learn a new skill, express your creativity, and create your own linoleum edition inspired by nature.More Details about Nature Printmaking for BeginnersNature Printmaking for Beginners
Tuesday, July 28 at –
