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 –
Creative Arts 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 –
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 Enchantment of Orchids ![]()
Enchantment of Orchids
Friday, February 13 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.