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…

Saturday, October 10

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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…
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…
unfocused shot of colored grass
Art
Oct. 3-Nov. 23, 2026  •  9 a.m.-6 p.m.
EXHIBIT

Thin Veils and Fluid Borders

By juxtaposing the fluid transparency of watercolor, the rich, worked texture of oil, and the spectral light of photography…
Botanical pencil drawing of three gourds
Educational
Saturdays, Sept. 19-Oct. 24*, • 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Advance Registration Required

Botanical Drawing: Fall Gourds

Join botanical artist Ronda Dick as we explore the beauty and complexity of gourds while developing and strengthening your…

Rocky island lake with mountains and clouds in background
Educational
Oct. 10, 2026  •  3:30-6:30 p.m.
Advance Registration Required

The Art of Landscape Photography

In this hands-on class led by professional photographer Cameron Williams, you will explore techniques for creating abstract…

Pan of paella with rice, vegetables and herbs with lemons and sangria in the background
Educational
Oct. 10, 2026  •  5-7 p.m.
Advance Registration Required

Spanish Classics: Paella

Join Chef Beth Fisher for a fall colorful cooking class where she will share her knowledge on some traditional Spanish classics…

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