Dallas Blooms

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.

Event Details

Dates: Mid-February through Mid-April. The 2024 dates are Feb. 24–April 8.

Cost: Dallas Blooms is included with general admission to the Arboretum, which ranges from $13 to $22 per person. Parking is $11-15 per car.

Getting there: The Dallas Arboretum is located in East Dallas at 8525 Garland Rd.

A man and woman stroll through a garden surrounded by tall stone walls. There are pink and yellow flowers spilling over greenery

Pictured: Stroll through the gardens at Dallas Blooms.

Things To See and Do

Each year, there is a new theme and corresponding exhibits or displays. This year's theme is "A Picture's Worth a Thousand Words" and will feature larger-than-life living selfie walls.

Keep an eye out for 2024 event details, but you can expect:

Live music and entertainment
Tasting and cooking classes
Children’s activities
Wine and beer pairings
Book signings and speakers

yellow daffodils, and red, pink and purple tulips bloom in front of Cafe on the Green at Dallas Arboretum

Pictured: Vibrant flowers bloom at Café on the Green.

Credit: @angela.trumbaturi

Where to Eat at Dallas Blooms

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.

A Tasteful Place – Visit A Tasteful Place for daily complimentary tastings.
DeGolyer Tea Room – Reserve a seat at the tea room to enjoy a three-course tea service featuring soup, assorted tea sandwiches, and sweet treats.
Lula Mae Slaughter Dining Terrace – For a quick and convenient al fresco dining experience, grab a bite to eat at this terrace.
Café on the Green – The cafe offers outdoor dining for the whole family, and often features live or recorded music that matches the theme of the festival, along with special menu items.
Restaurant DeGolyer – Restaurant DeGolyer offers both indoor (for guests 13 and older) and outdoor (kid-friendly) dining options with a menu inspired by Chef James Sparks.
Bring Your Own Picnic – Pack your own meal or order to-go from a local restaurant so you can enjoy a meal among the beautiful flowers.

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