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
February 20 – December 27
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 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 Garden Pizza Party ![]()
Located at A Tasteful Place
Get ready for a Garden Pizza Party full of hands-on fun and flavor!More Details about Garden Pizza PartyGarden Pizza Party
Saturday, March 21 at – -
Learn More about Dumplings In Bloom ![]()
Dumplings In Bloom
Saturday, May 2 at – -
Learn More about Rooted in Elegance: Heritage Carrot Tart Tatin ![]()
Located at A Tasteful Place
Enjoy a twist on a French classic as we transform caramelized heritage carrots into a stunning tart tatin.More Details about Rooted in Elegance: Heritage Carrot Tart TatinRooted in Elegance: Heritage Carrot Tart Tatin
Saturday, May 23 at – -
Learn More about Blossoms Swirls and Swipes: Buttercream Florals ![]()
Located at A Tasteful Place
Join us for a hands-on buttercream floral class with La Casita Bakeshop.More Details about Blossoms Swirls and Swipes: Buttercream FloralsBlossoms Swirls and Swipes: Buttercream Florals
Saturday, June 20 at – -
Learn More about Sweet Goals! World Cup Sugar Cookies ![]()
Located at A Tasteful Place
Kick your cookie skills up a notch!More Details about Sweet Goals! World Cup Sugar CookiesSweet Goals! World Cup Sugar Cookies
Saturday, July 18 at –
Creative Arts Classes
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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 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 –
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 Orchid Enchantment ![]()
Orchid Enchantment
Tuesday, February 17 at – -
Learn More about Chef’s Table ![]()
Chef’s Table
Saturday, March 28 at – -
Learn More about Cactus Show and Sale ![]()
Cactus Show and Sale
Saturday, May 9 at – -
Learn More about The Tomato Jam ![]()
The Tomato Jam
Saturday, May 30 at – -
Learn More about House Plant Show & Sale ![]()
House Plant Show & Sale
Friday, July 10 at – -
Learn More about Pepperpalooza ![]()
Pepperpalooza
Saturday, August 8 at – -
Learn More about Java Fest ![]()
Java Fest
Saturday, September 26 at – -
Learn More about Pumpkin & Squash Show and Sale ![]()
Pumpkin & Squash Show and Sale
Friday, October 16 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 Garden, experience unique seasonal events throughout the year and get access to members-only events.