Events & Activities
The Dallas Arboretum has something for everyone. Our world-class, seasonal festivals and exhibits, along with our luxurious private venues for weddings and corporate events help you reconnect with beauty.
Upcoming Can’t-Miss Events

Cooking Classes and Demos
Hone your skills in the kitchen with our specialized classes on how to prepare gourmet dishes.

Cool Thursday Concerts presented by Wells Fargo
April 2 – June 25, 2020
The Cool Thursdays Concert Series brings lively bands to the only music venue overlooking White Rock Lake.

Holiday at the Arboretum, presented by Reliant, featuring The 12 Days of Christmas
November 9 to December 31
From November 9 to December 31, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden will celebrate Holiday at the Arboretum. From November 23 to December 31, the Arboretum will debut a brand new Christmas Village as part of Holiday at the Arboretum. Inspired by the European Christmas Markets, or Christkindlmarket, The Christmas Village is comprised of charming shops and façades that represent a quaint European hamlet.

12 Days of Christmas at Night
November 13 to December 29
One of “The South’s Best Holiday Experiences” – Southern Living Magazine
In December, we celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with Holiday at the Arboretum, featuring the return of the magnificent The 12 Days of Christmas outdoor exhibit and our NEW Pauline and Austin Neuhoff Christmas Village, included with your 12 Days of Christmas at Night ticket purchase.

Special Events at A Tasteful Place
A Tasteful Place hosts a number of events around various topics. Whether it’s horticulture, product demos, nutrition, crafting or our signature special events, we’ve got something for you.
Private Events
Our professional team can help plan your next wedding or private event. Whatever the occasion, let our talented staff bring your vision to life. Perfect for…
- Weddings
- Company Meetings
- Lectures
- Birthday Parties
- Bridal Luncheons
…and more.


Dallas Blooms presented by IBERIABANK
February 29 through April 12, 2020
Dallas Blooms is one of the largest floral festivals in the Southwest, with over a 100 varieties of spring-blooming bulbs exploding with color and 500,000 tulips, plus hundreds of thousands of other spring flowers that will dazzle you.

Artscape
2020 Artscape Dates are April 24-26
A heartfelt thank you to the 90+ artists, galleries, and vendors who made Artscape 2019 a success! See you next year.
Artscape, the Dallas Arboretum’s fine art and craft show and sale, brings together over 90 outstanding artists from around the country.
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.