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The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
8525 Garland Rd
Dallas, TX 75218
p: (214) 515-6615
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  • Summer at the Arboretum

    The Dallas Arboretum offers a picturesque summer experience with its vibrant gardens, educational activities, and family-friendly events. Highlights include the Swinging Summer Hammock Exhibit in the shady Pecan Grove, featuring 150 freestanding hammocks for relaxation, and the lush summer gardens boasting an array of tropical flora with over 70,000 new plantings. Visitors can engage in various classes at A Tasteful Place, covering topics from wine tasting to international cuisines and baking, enhancing their culinary skills with expert guidance.

    Additionally, the Arboretum hosts Family Fun Fridays with activities such as the Country Critters Petting Zoo and Kindermusik sessions, alongside daily and repeating programs like member mornings for early garden access and historical tours of the DeGolyer House. The Botanical Couture exhibit merges fashion with floral design. Events are complemented by musical performances at Jeanne's Pavilion and the Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & Lawn, offering entertainment amid the garden's natural beauty. The Cool Thursdays Concert Series rounds out the diverse offerings, ensuring a memorable summer experience for all visitors.

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    Details

     Jun 1st through Aug 4th
      Hours vary - see website.
      Prices vary - see website

     Nearby

    • Downtown, East Dallas, Garland, and South Dallas/Fair Park

     Suitable For Ages

    • 0-3 Years Old, 3-7 Year Olds, 8-13 Year Olds, Teenagers, and Adults

     Indoor/Outdoor

    • Outdoor

     Misc

    • Entertainment and Outdoors
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