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
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Learn More about Trayscapes: Nature, Nostalgia & the Art of Everyday ![]()
Trayscapes: Nature, Nostalgia & the Art of Everyday
Friday, July 18 at – -
Learn More about Family Fun Fridays ![]()
Family Fun Fridays
Friday, July 18 at – -
Learn More about Summer Camps ![]()
Summer Camps
Friday, July 18 at -
Learn More about Pepperpalooza ![]()
Pepperpalooza
Saturday, August 9 at – -
Learn More about Cool Thursdays Concert Series ![]()
Cool Thursdays Concert Series
Thursday, September 4 at –
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.
Upcoming Classes
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Learn More about Create & Take: Kokedama Arrangement ![]()
Create & Take: Kokedama Arrangement
Saturday, July 19 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 Day of the Dead Piñata Class ![]()
Day 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 –
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!
