Autumn at the Arboretum
Dallas’ Favorite Fall Tradition
“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
Programs & Upcoming Events
Daily & Repeating Programs
Member Mornings Â
Daily through November 3Â
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.Â
DeGolyer House Historical Tours Â
Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm Â
Sunday 12-4pm Â
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.Â
Mommy and Me Mondays Â
& Tiny Tot Tuesdays Â
Every Monday and Tuesday Â
September 23-October 29Â
10am-2pmÂ
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 Â
BOGO WednesdaysÂ
September 25-October 30Â
9am-5pmÂ
Buy one ticket, get the lowest price ticket free. Parking not included.Â
CC Young Senior Living Thursdays Â
September 26-October 31Â
9am-5pm Â
Seniors 65 and older get in for $1 off general garden admission and receive a 20% discount in the Hoffman Family Gift Shop. Â
Pumpkin Q&A with the Dallas Arboretum Horticulture teamÂ
Thursdays September 26– October 31Â
1:30pmÂ
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.Â
A Tasteful PlaceÂ
Seasonal TastingsÂ
Daily 10am-4pmÂ
Enjoy a taste of fruit-and vegetable-forward recipes featuring a fresh, seasonal hero ingredient.Â
Dallas College CooksÂ
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!Â
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Tasteful Tuesdays Floral Demos Â
Every Tuesday | 11am
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Seasonal Tastings Demo with Chef Isabel
Every Tuesday | 1pmÂ
Resident Chef Isabel Snetsinger shows you how she creates the samples you enjoy each week at the Ruthie Pack Tasting Plaza.Â
Chef-Tastic Cooking DemosÂ
Every Wednesday | 11am
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Learn to Grow Fridays
Every Friday | 11amÂ
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.Â
Seasonal Programming
Guided Pumpkin HikeÂ
Every Wednesday 10am
Meet at the Lakeside Exhibit Area Pumpkin PatchÂ
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!Â
Dallas Gourd Patch Â
Thursdays
10am-3pmÂ
Main Entry PlazaÂ
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. Â
Gourd Show and SaleÂ
November 1
10am-4pmÂ
A Tasteful PlaceÂ
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.Â
Flea Style Hat Bar Pop UpÂ
October 19 & 20Â
10am-3pmÂ
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. Â
Pumpkins & Pints NightsÂ
October 15, 20 & 25Â
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.Â
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HalloweekendÂ
October 26 & 27Â
Don’t miss the annual Halloween weekend petting zoo and live music on the Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & Lawn.Â
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. Â
Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & LawnÂ
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. Â
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.Â
Paid Classes in A Tasteful Place
See the beauty of Autumn at the Arboretum
Sponsors
Dallas’ Favorite Fall Tradition
Membership
A New Experience Each Week
As a member of the Dallas Arboretum, you’ll experience unique seasonal events throughout the year and get access to members-only opportunities.