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8525 Garland Road, Dallas, Texas 75218

Holiday at the Arboretum

Holiday at the Arboretum

Bringing Holiday Traditions to Life at the Dallas Arboretum

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Dates

November 13 – January 5

Texas’ Best Christmas Event”

 – Southern Living Magazine

About

Holiday at the Arboretum returns with a garden transformed for the magic of the season including the return of the beloved Christmas Village and the 12 Days of Christmas Gazebos! This year’s celebration marks a significant milestone as the Arboretum celebrates the 10th anniversary of The 12 Days of Christmas, the exhibit that started it all.

Holiday Highlights

  • Learn More about Visits with Santa

    Located at Christmas Village

    Share your Christmas wish with the jolly old man and take a photo to commemorate the occasion.
    More Details about Visits with Santa

    Visits with Santa

    Saturday, December 21 at
  • Learn More about Holiday at the DeGolyer House

    Holiday at the DeGolyer House

    Saturday, December 21 at
  • Learn More about Holiday Entertainment

    Located at Christmas Village

    Enjoy live, seasonal performances in the Christmas Village!
    More Details about Holiday Entertainment

    Holiday Entertainment

    Saturday, December 21 at
  • Learn More about Christmas Village Vendors

    Christmas Village Vendors

    Saturday, December 21 at
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Programs & Upcoming Events

Free & Repeating Programs

CC Young Senior Living Thursdays 
November – December | 9am-5pm  
Seniors 65 and older get in for $1 off general garden admission and always receive a 20% discount in the Hoffman Family Gift Store.  

Dallas College Cooks 
Every Monday at A Tasteful Place | 11am 

Dallas College alum Chef Daniel Alvarenga joins the garden as he guides you through making delicious seasonal dishes  

Tasteful Tuesdays Floral Demos  
Every Tuesday at A Tasteful Place | 11am 
Local floral experts provide how to demos, hands on tips and tricks and design inspiration with seasonal color. 

Daily Tastings Demo with Chef Isabel 
Every Tuesday at A Tasteful Place | 1pm
 
Resident Chef Isabel Snetsinger shows you how she creates the seasonal recipes you enjoy each week at the Ruthie Pack Tasting Plaza.  

Chef-Tastic Cooking Demos 
Most Wednesdays at A Tasteful Place | 11am 
Visit each week for an essential skill to increase your kitchen prowess – you’ll have tips and tricks to share with friends and family, new go to recipes and more! 

Learn to Grow Fridays  
Every Friday at A Tasteful Place | 11am 
Presented by the Dallas County Master Gardeners, the Dallas Arboretum Horticultural Staff, and local experts. Enjoy special tips and presentations on plants and gardening topics. 

Special Programming

Caricatures with Sally 
Each Monday & Tuesday 12:00-4:00pm 
Each Thursday – Saturday 6:00-9:00pm
November 13th – December 31st  
Grab a seat with Local Caricature Artist Sally as she creates portraits for the whole family in Christmas Village. Nominal fee applies. 

Christkindlmarket
Daily 9am-4pm | 6-9pm
Shop from six vendor booths daily featuring over 2 dozen local vendors, plus top selections from our Hoffman Family Gift Shop! Includes food, beverage, decor and gifts!

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