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Dallas Blooms is the largest floral festival in the Southwest and is a must-see springtime affair!
Each year, the Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden transforms with a breathtaking display featuring 500,000 blooms from tulips to pansies, live entertainment, Easter events, and more.
Updated January 2026
Dallas Blooms runs annually from mid-February through mid-April. The 2026 dates are February 21 –April 12.
Dallas Blooms is included with general admission to the Arboretum, which ranges from $17 to $22 per person. Parking is $16 per car. Group Tickets are also available.
Become a Member of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden and save on tickets and parking year-round.
The Dallas Arboretum is located in East Dallas at 8525 Garland Road.
Each year, there is a new theme and corresponding exhibits and displays.
Keep an eye out for 2026 event details, but you can expect:
Exploring the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden takes about half a day, so why not enhance your visit with a delightful dining experience? Stop for lunch or a quick bite at these enticing spots, or bring your own picnic.
Lassen Sie sich nicht von den Tausenden von Blumen bei Dallas Blooms verzaubern! Verlängern Sie Ihre Blumenreise, indem Sie die besten Pflanzen- und Blumengeschäfte in Dallas erkunden, um die nächste Blüte für Ihr Haus oder Ihren Garten zu finden.
Yes. Tickets and parking passes can be purchased online ahead of your visit.
Yes, parking is available. A pass can be purchased online before your visit. Once purchased, your license plate will be recognized automatically upon entry. Parking is $15 per car, plus taxes, and can be purchased here. Visitor parking is available on site at three Arboretum entrances along Garland Road: the Main Entrance (8525), the Children’s Adventure Garden (8657), and the parking garage (8720).
Visitors are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and to bring sun protection (hat and sunscreen) if it is warm, as the gardens cover a large outdoor area. You can also bring a water bottle and refill it at the water bottle refill station at the main plaza area.
Only licensed service animals are permitted in the garden.
Photography with handheld cameras and phones is permitted throughout the garden during regular hours at no extra cost. Professional equipment, including tripods, reflectors, and softboxes, is permitted in the Main Garden only between 3–5pm daily, provided they do not block entrances or disrupt guests. See the Arboretum’s photography guidelines for more details.
Yes. The festival features themed floral displays, sculpture exhibits, weekend chef demonstrations, creative classes, and live music at Jeanne’s Pavilion on weekends.
Yes. The event and Arboretum grounds are family-friendly, including exhibits and open space for all ages.
Wheelchairs and strollers are permitted in the gardens, including the Children’s Adventure Garden. Complimentary wheelchairs are available at the entrance on a first-come, first-served basis. Mobility scooters can be rented for $20–$30.
If rain is in the forecast, you can reschedule your daytime Arboretum visit at no cost. Use the “Reschedule” link in your confirmation email to pick a new date within the same calendar year for the same ticket type. Be sure to check their social media for weather-related closures.
