8525 Garland Road, Dallas, Texas 75218

Summer at the Arboretum

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

  • Learn More about Cool Thursdays Concert Series

    Cool Thursdays Concert Series

    Thursday, June 12 at
  • Learn More about Trayscapes: Nature, Nostalgia & the Art of Everyday

    Trayscapes: Nature, Nostalgia & the Art of Everyday

    Monday, June 9 at
  • Learn More about Summer Artscape

    Summer Artscape

    Saturday, June 14 at
  • Learn More about Father’s Day Family Fun Weekend

    Father’s Day Family Fun Weekend

    Saturday, June 14 at
  • Learn More about Family Fun Fridays

    Family Fun Fridays

    Friday, June 13 at
  • Learn More about Pride in Bloom

    Located at Main Garden

    Join the Dallas Arboretum as we celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month in the garden with a Pop-Up Market, music, art, family picnic and more!
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    Pride in Bloom

    Saturday, June 21 at
  • Learn More about Little Adventurer Summer Series

    Little Adventurer Summer Series

    Monday, June 9 at
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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.

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Upcoming Classes

  • Learn More about Pizza Art with Wolfgang Puck Catering

    Pizza Art with Wolfgang Puck Catering

    Saturday, June 14 at
  • Learn More about Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

    Tuesday, June 24 at
  • Learn More about Acrylic Painting Basics: Inspired by Monet

    Acrylic Painting Basics: Inspired by Monet

    Tuesday, July 29 at
  • Learn More about Monoprinting and Collage Basics

    Monoprinting and Collage Basics

    Tuesday, August 26 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.
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    Candlemaking 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.
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    Watercolor Basics: Painting a Nature Scene

    Tuesday, December 16 at
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Summer Camps

Join Us for an Unforgettable Summer! Campers will tackle challenges, build critical thinking skills, and connect with nature in a whole new way—all while enjoying a fun, inclusive, and welcoming environment where every child can learn, explore, and thrive!

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Something for Every Season