Adult & Family Learning
Engaging classes and events for every interest!
Adult & Family Learning
Adult & 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.
Cooking Demos
Dallas College Cooks
Every Monday
11am-12pm | A Tasteful Place
Chef Daniel Alvarenga, with Dallas College, creates healthy and delicious seasonal dishes your family will love to make and eat at home.
Garden Chef Series
Friday – Sunday
11am, 12pm, & 1pm
Join us in A Tasteful Place at the Tasting Pavilion for a 30-minute demo and tasting as our garden chef, Madison Larmeu crafts seasonal dishes highlighting garden fresh flavors. Watch, learn, and enjoy a delicious, flavorful bite!
Cooking Classes & Events
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Learn More about Italian Date Night Chef Dinner ![]()
Italian Date Night Chef Dinner
Wednesday, August 20 at – -
Learn More about Everything Squash with Chef Sharon ![]()
Everything Squash with Chef Sharon
Saturday, September 20 at – -
Learn More about Hispanic Heritage Celebration Dinner ![]()
Located at A Tasteful Place
Close out Hispanic Heritage month with a special Chef’s Dinner showcasing the rich culinary traditions of Latin AmericaMore Details about Hispanic Heritage Celebration DinnerHispanic Heritage Celebration Dinner
Tuesday, September 30 at – -
Learn More about Modern Mole with Chef Mollie G. ![]()
Modern Mole with Chef Mollie G.
Saturday, October 11 at -
Learn More about Savor the Season: Autumn Breads with Wolfgang Puck Catering ![]()
Savor the Season: Autumn Breads with Wolfgang Puck Catering
Saturday, October 25 at – -
Learn More about Fall Flavors Around the World with Cindy Kleckner ![]()
Fall Flavors Around the World with Cindy Kleckner
Saturday, November 15 at – -
Learn More about Friendsgiving Chef Dinner ![]()
Friendsgiving Chef Dinner
Thursday, November 20 at – -
Learn More about Pizza with Wolfgang Puck Catering ![]()
Pizza with Wolfgang Puck Catering
Tuesday, November 25 at – -
Learn More about Holiday Gingerbread with Diana Warsham ![]()
Holiday Gingerbread with Diana Warsham
Saturday, December 6 at –
Creative Arts Classes
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Learn More about Monoprinting and Collage Basics ![]()
Monoprinting and Collage Basics
Tuesday, August 26 at – -
Learn More about Day of the Dead Piñata Class ![]()
Located at A Tasteful Place
September 23, 2025 6-8pmMore Details about Day of the Dead Piñata ClassDay of the Dead Piñata Class
Tuesday, September 23 at – -
Learn More about Candlemaking Basics ![]()
Located at A Tasteful Place
Learn how to make your own candles using your own blend of essential oils and poured coconut oil and soy wax.More Details about Candlemaking BasicsCandlemaking Basics
Tuesday, October 21 at – -
Learn More about Natural Dying Basics: Shibori ![]()
Natural Dying Basics: Shibori
Tuesday, November 18 at – -
Learn More about Watercolor Basics: Painting a Nature Scene ![]()
Located at A Tasteful Place
Explore watercolor in this friendly and relaxed beginner painting workshop.More Details about Watercolor Basics: Painting a Nature SceneWatercolor Basics: Painting a Nature Scene
Tuesday, December 16 at –
Cultivate Series
The Cultivate Series at the Dallas Arboretum is a vibrant collection of events designed to celebrate plants, community, and learning. Each event features a vendor market, beautiful garden views, live music, and engaging demos, creating a memorable atmosphere for all attendees.
Upcoming Series Events
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Learn More about Pepperpalooza ![]()
Pepperpalooza
Saturday, August 9 at – -
Learn More about Java Fest ![]()
Java Fest
Saturday, September 27 at –
Recipes Resource
We keep an archive of recipes from A Tasteful Place cooking & nutrition demos, tastings and classes so that you may try your hand at the garden-to-table dishes in your own home.
A New Experience Each Week
As a member of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, experience unique seasonal events throughout the year and get access to members-only events.