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“One of America’s Best Pumpkin Festivals”

– Fodor’s Travel

Texas Town

The 19th annual Autumn at the Arboretum, presented by Reliant, is here and we are excited to once again share 100,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash, hailing from THE pumpkin capital of Texas, Floydada, and 150,000 beautiful fall blooming plants throughout the garden. This year, the Pumpkin Village will feature the theme “Texas Town,” taking visitors on a journey through Texas pioneer life.

Autumn Highlights

Learn More about Pumpkins & Pints Nights

Located at Pumpkin Village
You’ve been asking for years, and for the first time ever, you can now experience Autumn at the Arboretum at night! Join us from 6-9pm for beautiful fall evenings in the Pumpkin Village, featuring local craft beers, wine and more from Gil’s Elegant Catering.
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Pumpkins & Pints Nights

Wednesday, September 25 at 6pm–9pm

Learn More about Halloween Spooktacular Nights

Halloween Spooktacular Nights

Friday, October 25 at 6pm–8pm

Learn More about Goblins in the Garden

Goblins in the Garden

Wednesday, October 23 at 5:30pm–7:30pm

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Programs & Upcoming Events

Daily & Repeating Programs

Member Mornings
Daily through November 3
Take advantage of your membership with an early morning walk. Refresh and enjoy early access to the garden as we prepare for the day. No professional photography allowed during this time.

DeGolyer House Historical Tours
Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday 12-4pm
Tours begin every 30 minutes Visit the DeGolyer House for a tour of the beautiful, historic home while listening to knowledgeable Docents speak about the history of the home and family.

Mommy and Me Mondays
& Tiny Tot Tuesdays
Every Monday and Tuesday
September 23-October 29
10am-2pm
Lakeside Exhibit Area (Pumpkin Village) Mommy and Me Mondays and Tiny Tot Tuesdays: Fan Favorites Country Critters Petting Zoo joins us with their menagerie of farm favorites; story time (10 and 10:30am) features Texas tall tales and stories featuring the diverse people that call Texas home; and crowd favorite Kindermusik (12:15pm) returns to enhance children’s minds through song! Also relax and enjoy the shade with bubbles as we bring back the bubble picnic! Presented by Kimberly-Clark

BOGO Wednesdays
September 25-October 30
9am-5pm Buy one ticket, get the lowest price ticket free. Parking not included.

CC Young Senior Living Thursdays
September 26-October 31
9am-5pm
Seniors 65 and older get in for $1 off general garden admission and receive a 20% discount in the Hoffman Family Gift Shop.

Pumpkin Q&A with the Dallas Arboretum Horticulture team Thursdays September 26– October 31 1:30pm Join the Dallas Arboretum Horticulture team each Thursday for a 30-minute Q&A at the pumpkin variety patch. Which varieties are best for cooking? Decorating? Seed roasting? Get all your questions answered by our in-house experts! Meet at the Alamo in Texas Town.

A Tasteful Place

Seasonal Tastings Daily 10am-4pm Enjoy a taste of fruit-and vegetable-forward recipes featuring a fresh, seasonal hero ingredient.

Dallas College Cooks
Every Monday | 11am
Join every Monday as a Dallas College faculty member Chef creates healthy and delicious seasonal dishes your family will love to make and eat at home!
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Tasteful Tuesdays Floral Demos
Every Tuesday | 11am
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Seasonal Tastings Demo with Chef Isabel Every Tuesday | 1pm
Resident Chef Isabel Snetsinger shows you how she creates the samples you enjoy each week at the Ruthie Pack Tasting Plaza.

Chef-Tastic Cooking Demos Every Wednesday | 11am
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Learn to Grow Fridays
Every Friday | 11am
Presented by the North Texas Master Gardeners, the Dallas Arboretum Horticultural Staff and local experts. Enjoy special tips and presentations on Fall plants and gardening topics.

Seasonal Programming

Guided Pumpkin Hike Every Wednesday 10am
Meet at the Lakeside Exhibit Area Pumpkin Patch
Join our Dallas Arboretum volunteers for a guided hike through the Lakeside Exhibit Area as we discover the unique and varied pumpkins that make Autumn at the Arboretum come to life! Which ones taste the best? Which ones last the longest? Satisfy your search for squash knowledge!

Dallas Gourd Patch
Thursdays
10am-3pm
Main Entry Plaza
The Dallas Gourd Patch return with weekly displays and demos of their spectacular squash art. Watch them demonstrate how to transform gourds into beautiful jewelry and decorative homewares, available for guests to purchase.

Gourd Show and Sale November 1
10am-4pm
A Tasteful Place
Come out and enjoy the Gourd Show and Sale! You’ll find a beautiful display of creative artistic gourds redesigned into dazzling jewelry, and decorative houseware.

Flea Style Hat Bar Pop Up
October 19 & 20
10am-3pm
Dress the theme of Texas Town by creating your own one-of-a-kind hat with Flea Style’s popular hat bar! You will be able to pick your own hat style and then personalize it to your liking all while enjoying the pumpkin village.

Pumpkins & Pints Nights
October 15, 20 & 25
You’ve been asking for years, and for the first time ever, you can now experience Autumn at the Arboretum at night! Join us from 6-9pm for beautiful fall evenings in the Pumpkin Village, featuring local craft beers, wine and more from Gil’s Elegant Catering.
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Halloweekend October 26 & 27
Don’t miss the annual Halloween weekend petting zoo and live music on the Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & Lawn.

Music & Entertainment

Jeanne’s Pavilion Weekends | 12–2pm
Sit down and delight in a picnic while you enjoy musical entertainment every Saturday and Sunday! We will have local solo acts including pianist and guitarists playing today’s hits and old favorites.

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Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & Lawn Weekends | 2–4pm
Join us each weekend of Autumn for our favorite local acts. Load up the family, grab a picnic lunch and relax with great views of White Rock Lake.

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Cool Thursdays Concerts Series Make your 2024 one to remember at the coolest spot in Dallas as we celebrate our 26th season with returning favorites and NEW acts! Don’t miss the most spectacular view of the sunset over White Rock Lake while enjoying bands from all over the country.

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Paid Classes in A Tasteful Place

Learn More about Hot Cocoa Bombs with Yelibelly

Located at A Tasteful Place
Join Yelibelly Chocolates for a hands on chocolate making class featuring the popular hot cocoa bombs! Our instructor, Yeli Marshall, will lead everyone through how the hot cocoa bomb shells are made and how you can make them at home again after class. Kids and parents will work together to decorate their own hot cocoa bombs shells, fill them with delicious candies and marshmallows and package their delicious confections to take home. Everyone will create 3 hot cocoa bombs to take home.
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Hot Cocoa Bombs with Yelibelly

Saturday, November 23 at 1pm–3pm

Learn More about Holiday Ornaments with Dallas Silk Art

Located at A Tasteful Place
Explore the wonderful art of water marbling as you create your own one-of-a-kind set of 6 ceramic Christmas ornaments! In this class, we will go over traditional water marbling techniques and patterns using modern materials. We’ll have two fun shapes available to select from, which you can mix and match in your set. These shapes include Christmas tree ornaments as well as star shaped ornaments. We will begin the class with a demonstration before each attendee gets to create their own unique design.
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Holiday Ornaments with Dallas Silk Art

Saturday, November 30 at 12pm–2pm

Learn More about Taste of Morocco: A Healthy Mediterranean Palate

Located at A Tasteful Place
Create new holiday family-friendly food and flavors with registered dietitian nutritionist, Cindy Kleckner.
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Taste of Morocco: A Healthy Mediterranean Palate

Sunday, December 1 at 11am–1pm

Learn More about Winter Wreaths with Stemme Floral Studio

Located at A Tasteful Place
Get your home ready for the holidays with the fresh scent of winter greens! Join Stemme Floral Studio for a delightful workshop where we’ll create stunning winter wreaths, perfect for adding festive cheer to your space. Don’t miss this chance to craft something beautiful for the season!
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Winter Wreaths with Stemme Floral Studio

Saturday, December 14 at 11am–1pm