Uplit trees with snow.
Family-friendly
Nov. 20, 2026-Jan. 3, 2027 • 4:30-9:30 p.m.
EVENT

Northern Lights

A brand-new light display is coming to the Arboretum! Northern Lights puts the Arboretum’s trees in the spotlight while…

Wednesday, September 9

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Wohpe in front of trees with buffalo
Art
May 1-Nov. 1, 2026  •  9 a.m.-6 p.m.
EVENT

Dakota Sacred Hoop Walk

Twin Cities Digital Artist Marlena Myles, a member of the Spirit Lake Dakota tribe, presents an augmented reality art exhibition…
Apples on an assembly line
Yearly
Aug. 20-Dec. 20, 2026  •  9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Shopping

AppleHouse

The AppleHouse is a seasonal destination, featuring Minnesota-grown apples, along with gourmet packaged foods, frozen apple pies…
sculpted turtle with a city on its back
Art
Sept. 1-30, 2026  •  9 a.m.-6 p.m.
EXHIBIT

Stratigraphy

This exhibit brings together two Ojibwe artists who create contemporary work about Native life. "Stratigraphy" (/strəˈtiɡrəfē/)…
painting of a goat's face
Art
Aug. 22-Oct. 26, 2026  •  9 a.m.-6 p.m.
EXHIBIT

The Brightness of Being

There is still more outdoor fun to be had this year. Step out of the "white cube" gallery and into the tall grass. The…
lemongrass, curry ginger, pepper and spices with bowl of squash coconut curry
Educational
Sept. 9, 2026  •  noon-1:15 p.m.
Advance Registration Required

Garden Kitchen Hour: Warm Fall Spice

Join us this fall for short, engaging cooking sessions inspired by the season. Each class features a chef-led culinary…

Sep. 10 →