Homeschool Day: Nature Journaling Adventure
2024-08-01 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Texas Discovery Gardens, 3601 Martin Luther King Junior, Dallas, TX, United States
Discover the Wonders of Nature!
Join us for Homeschool Day at TDG, where learners of all ages can dive into the art of nature journaling. This interactive session will inspire children to observe, sketch, and record their discoveries in their very own nature journals.
Date: Thursday, August 1, 2024
Time: 1-3 PM
Location: TDG
RSVP: msanchez@txdg.org to book your spot today!

Cars + Coffee at TDG!
2024-08-17 10:00 - 13:00
TDG welcomes car enthusiasts of all ages to enjoy stunning vehicles, engaging conversations, and plenty of coffee. Join us every 3rd Saturday of each month (excluding October).
Whether you’re a car collector or simply love cars, this event is for you. Mark your calendars and get ready for a fantastic time!
Directions:
– Enter Fair Park via Gate 6
– Turn right and follow the signs to Parking Lot 6B
– Free parking
To showcase your custom car, email us at marketing@txdg.org!

Labor Day at TDG
2024-09-02
Yes, we are open on Labor Day!
Come experience peaceful walks, exciting butterflies, and our stunning gardens.
We hope to see you then!

TDG + North Texas Giving Day
2024-09-09 - 2024-09-19
North Texas Giving Day, organized by Communities Foundation of Texas, is the nation’s largest community investment initiative. This event ensures that 100% of each donation directly supports nonprofits across 25 cause areas in 20 North Texas counties, including TDG. Last year, over $60 million was raised by 97,132 donors, benefiting more than 3,000 local nonprofits. This remarkable effort has brought the fifteen-year total to over $566 million for our community. Support TDG and other deserving nonprofits on this impactful day of giving!
Can you recall the first time you got to touch a snake, feeling its cool, dry scales? Or the first time you saw a butterfly flying in your backyard, close enough to touch? With every visit, we’re creating experiences that are remembered into adulthood.
Our Needs
We are currently in need of funds to help us maintain our gardens and Butterfly House, to support our education programs, and to continue our mission with our popular Earthkeeper Scholarship.
North Texas Giving Day is over, but if you would still like to make a donation to Texas Discovery Gardens please click here.

Plant Sale for TDG Members and Non-Members
2024-09-13 08:00 - 2024-09-15 17:00
Friday, Sept. 13th: 4pm-7pm, TDG Members Only
Saturday, Sept. 14th: 9am-Noon, TDG Members and Non-Members
Sunday, Sept. 15th: 9am-Noon, TDG Members and Non-Members
Our dedicated volunteers and staff have worked tirelessly all year to bring you an exceptional selection of plants for this sale! Whether you’re looking for hard-to-find Texas natives, caterpillar host plants, or nectar-rich flowers to attract hummingbirds to your patio, we’ve got you covered!
A plant availability list will be posted one week before the sale, so you can plan your shopping by botanical names.
For Members: Please have your member number ready. If you don’t have it or your membership has expired, you can renew online, call us in the weeks leading up to the sale, renew at our members’ table at the event, or use the QR code provided at the sale.
Shopping Tips:
– You’re welcome to bring your own cart. Our garden carts are reserved for staff and volunteers to help shoppers with their purchases.
– Plants will be arranged in groups based on their characteristics, and a map will be available to guide you.
– To purchase, place your selected plants in a black plastic crate under a numbered area. Once your crate is full, find a volunteer with a clipboard to create a sales ticket. Take the ticket to the cashier, pay, and return with the paid tag to collect your plants.
Important Notes:
– We strive to provide an accurate plant availability list, but sometimes plants don’t meet our quality standards and are removed from the sale. Additionally, some plants may sell out during the event.
– Please bring trunk liners or cardboard to protect your vehicle from soil.
– If you’re purchasing for a non-profit, please bring a paper copy of your tax-exempt form.
We look forward to seeing you at the sale and helping you find the perfect plants for your garden!

Teacher Appreciation Day at TDG!
2024-09-15 08:00 - 17:00
Calling all teachers! Celebrate the start of a new school year with a special day at Texas Discovery Gardens! As a small token of our appreciation for all the hard work you do, we’re offering FREE admission for teachers and their guests.

Date: September 15
Time:10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Each teacher will receive free admission for themselves, plus 1 adult guest and 2 child guests. All you need is your valid school ID at the time of entry!

Enjoy a relaxing day exploring our gardens, butterfly house, and more as we wish you a successful school year ahead.

Parking Info: Convenient on-site parking is available at Fair Park gate 6, with easy access to Texas Discovery Gardens.

Tag your teacher friends, and join us for a day of fun and relaxation! #TeacherAppreciation #TexasDiscoveryGardens #BackToSchool

TDG Cars + Coffee: CANCELLED
2024-09-21 10:00 - 13:00
NOTE: Cars & Coffee for September has been CANCELLED due to startup of the Texas State Fair.
We’ll see you in November!

TDG Biergarten At The State Fair of Texas
2024-09-27 10:00 - 2024-10-20 19:00
Unwind and Enjoy at the new Texas Discovery Gardens Biergarten – The State Fair of Texas’ Best Kept Secret!
For The 2024 State Fair of Texas, Texas Discovery Gardens is featuring a traditional German-style Biergarten in our air-conditioned Grand Hall. The Biergarten is complete with communal tables, rustic decor, and a festive atmosphere including authentic German beer, soft drinks, water, sausages, sauerkraut, and pretzels along with German mustard. Enjoy the TDG Biergarten from September 27 to October 20, open 10 am to 7 pm.
With your TDG admission purchase every guest will receive ONE (1) complimentary TDG souvenir cup with one complimentary soda, water, or a Blue Bell ice cream cup. Enjoy your drink and food in our air-conditioned Grand Hall or in one of our many outside seating areas.

Access to TDG and the TDG Biergarten is included with your TDG membership or appropriate paid daily admission. State Fair Season Pass holders receive free admission on all days. As an added bonus, Tuesdays and Thursdays are special half-price admission days at TDG during the 2024 State Fair of Texas. State Fair of Texas coupons and credit cards are accepted for admission, food, and beverages. Sorry, no cash.
Come Explore, Experience, Entertain, and Educate yourself at Texas Discovery Gardens and our Biergarten, where great times and delightful discoveries await! Discover our 2-story Sammons Indoor Exotic Butterfly House, the Snake and Reptile Shack, the insectarium and large Axolotl tank, lush outdoor organic gardens, many ponds and fountains, children’s playscape, and the famous garden trains with 7 trains running on over 1000 feet of track and passing by the Alamo replica and historic towns. Daily activities include scheduled butterfly releases, critter encounters, face-painting, Monarch butterfly tagging, and more. TDG has 7.5 acres of fun and excitement, right inside the State Fair of Texas. TDG is located just West of the Star of Texas Ferris Wheel and across from the Band Shell, also designated as #36 on the State Fair map.
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Create Your Own Terrifying 'Ceme-terrarium'!
2024-10-26 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-10-26 13:00 - 14:30
Get ready for some creepy-crawly fun just in time for Halloween! In this hands-on class, you’ll craft your very own mini haunted scene – a Cemeterrarium! Build a spooky graveyard inside a terrarium with eerie props, perfect for adding a touch of Halloween to your home. 🕷️
All supplies are included, but feel free to bring any spine-chilling trinkets from home to make it even more frightful! 🧙‍♀️ (Note: Terrarium vessels and props may vary from the images shown.)

Costumes are encouraged 🎩 – so come dressed in your Halloween best! 🎃🧛‍♂️
TDG Members: Class and materials fee $40
Non-Members: Class and materials fee $45
Date: Saturday, October 26th
Tweens Class (8–12-year-olds): 10 – 11:30 a.m. ⏰
Teens Class (13–17-year-olds): 1 – 2:30 p.m. ⏰

To make a reservation, visit our Discovery Days page!

Create Your Own Pumpkin Succulent Garden!
2024-10-26 10:00 - 11:30
Celebrate the fall season by crafting a beautiful Pumpkin Succulent Garden at Texas Discovery Gardens! 🍂 Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you’ll design your very own autumn-themed succulent display – perfect for adding seasonal charm to your home.
This class is for adults 18 and up and takes place on Saturday, October 26th from 10-11:30 a.m. All materials are provided, so you can relax and enjoy the process of creating something truly special.

TDG Members: $40
Non-Members: $45

Don’t miss out – To make a reservation, visit our Discovery Days page! 🍁🌿

TDG 88th Anniversary: Honoring Heritage
2024-11-14 18:00 - 22:00
SAVE THE DATE!
Thursday, November 14, 2024
6:00pm – 10:00pm
Grand Hall at TDG
Join us in celebrating 88 years of Exploration, Experience, Entertainment, and Education at Texas Discovery Gardens. This milestone event will honor the rich heritage and significant impact of our beloved gardens.
This year’s anniversary event promises to be an unforgettable evening, with gourmet food stations, mesmerizing music, a thrilling auction hosted by the renowned Dean McCurry Auctioneer, and the chance to connect with fellow supporters of Texas Discovery Gardens. Plus, there are plenty of surprises in store!
Tickets and Sponsorships are on sale now on our TDG 88th Anniversary Page!
Mark your calendars for this special celebration—it’s an event you won’t want to miss.

Complimentary valet parking provided. Attire is Business/Cocktail attire.
Email eallbright@txdg.org with any questions.

Valentine's Day Deals: Butterfly House Proposal Experience
2025-02-01 - 2025-02-16
Butterfly House Proposal Experience
Make your proposal unforgettable in the enchanting atmosphere of the Butterfly House at Texas Discovery Gardens. This is a truly unique and memorable opportunity!
Available Dates: Saturday, February 1st – Sunday, February 16th
During Business Hours:

$200.00 for 2 hours

Includes admission for three people

A magical butterfly release experience

After Business Hours:

$450.00 for 2 hours

Includes admission for fifteen people

Includes three tickets to the Festival of Lights (available Wednesday through Sunday)

Create a moment as unique as your love in our stunning Butterfly House.
For more information and to register for a day and time, please visit our Valentine’s Day Deals page!

Valentine's Day Deals: Bee Mine Package
2025-02-05 - 2025-02-09, 2025-02-12 - 2025-02-16
Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with our special offers that will leave your heart fluttering!
Available Dates:

Wednesday, February 5th – Sunday, February 9th

Wednesday, February 12th – Sunday, February 16th

TIME 4:00PM-8:00PM

Bee Mine Valentine’s Day Package
For just $175.00, enjoy a romantic package that includes:

A dual membership to Texas Discovery Gardens for a year, which includes State Fair tickets

A butterfly release experience

Admission for two to the Festival of Lights

Access to a beautifully decorated photo opportunity in the Butterfly House (perfect for selfies!)

A charming succulent plant to take home from our greenhouse

A perfect way to treat your Valentine and make cherished memories that will last forever!
For more information, visit our Valentine’s Day Deals page.

Jazz at the Gardens
2025-06-07 18:00 - 21:00
June 7 – Saturday evening.
Pre-event Warm-up: 6:00-7:00 PM – Warm up by touring the Texas Discovery Gardens’ world famous Sammons two-story Butterfly House, featuring a walk through lush tropical plants with free-flying butterflies from all over the world. You can also stroll the garden grounds before catching your seats.
Show: 7:00-9:00 PM in the Grand Hall. Jazz in the Gardens will be featuring Martha Burks and her band.
Open seating is a combination of Bistro chairs and tables and tables of 10. All seating is open and first come, first seated.
Bar service will be a selection of beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages, along with light snacks.
All proceeds will benefit Texas Discovery Gardens, a 501c3 non-profit supported in part by the City of Dallas Parks and Recreation Department.
Directions and parking: Enter Fair Park Gate 6 and then turn right onto Second Ave and then another immediate right into the TDG parking lot. Cross the street and follow the string lights to the main entrance. Parking is free. The MLK DART station is also just 1 block away from Gate 6.
Tickets: $30 per person, $27 for TDG Members. Advance purchase required as seats are limited.
More information on this event can be found on our Jazz at the Gardens page.
PLEASE PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS BELOW:

Final Spring Plant Sale
2025-06-14 09:00 - 13:00
🌿 Final Spring Plant Sale – Saturday, June 14 | 9 AM – 1 PM 🌿
Texas Discovery Gardens | Fair Park, Dallas
Busting into Summer with 10% off, Members still get an extra 10% discount!
Don’t miss your last chance to stock up before summer! Our dedicated volunteers and staff work year-round to bring you an exceptional selection of plants, and this is our final plant sale of the Spring season. We won’t have another until Fall!
We’re proud to offer one of the largest selections of Native and Adapted Texas plants in the Metroplex. Whether you’re looking for host, pollinator, or nectar plants, even those hard-to-find varieties, there’s a good chance we’ve got it.
Many of our plants are already in bloom, with plenty more that will flower all summer long. This is the perfect window to get your plants in the ground before the Texas heat hits its peak.
Our knowledgeable staff will be on hand to help you select the right plants for your space and offer expert growing advice.
Grow your garden, support local biodiversity, and see what’s blooming at Texas Discovery Gardens!
More information can be found on our Plant Sale page!
NOTE: TDG Plant Sale is going cashless.
Major credit, debit card, and Phone Pay such as Apple, Samsung, etc., are welcome.

Chev Marmor Artist's Reception
2025-08-31 13:00 - 15:00
CHEV X MARMOR
August 13 – September 21, 2025
Reception: August 31: 1:00-3:00pm
This show brings together a curated selection of stone furniture and paintings, composed to be experienced as a single immersive installation. The works invite reflection on presence, pressure, and perception — offering a moment of stillness and movement, of silence and gesture.
Find out more about this exhibition on our Art Gallery page!

Anna Brindley Nature Art Walk and Reception
2025-11-16 11:00 - 15:00
Nature Art Walk & Reception
🌀 Nature Art Walk
📅 Sunday, November 16 | 11:00 a.m.
Join us for an all-ages adventure through the gardens! Collect leaves, twigs, blossoms, and other natural treasures to create your own nature art inspired by Anna’s playful style.
🎨 Artist Reception
📅 Sunday, November 16 | 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Meet the artist and explore her collection in the gallery.
Please view our Art Gallery page for more information!

Kristina Salinas - Artist's Reception
2026-01-17 12:00 - 14:00
Exhibit: Home Grown
January 17th – March 1st
Reception: Saturday, January 17th, 12:00pm-2:00pm
For more details, please visit our Art Gallery page.

Discovery Days at TDG: Plant Propagation Workshop
2026-01-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-07 10:00 - 12:00
January 24, 2026 OR February 7, 2026
10:30 AM- 11:30 AM
Members: $40
Non-Members: $45
Adult Class
Registration Required
Taking the Mystery Out of Plant Propagation
Unravel the secrets of plant propagation in this hands-on workshop!
Learn how to turn one plant into many using cuttings, division, and layering, and discover the ABCs of seed collection, storage, and germination.
You’ll get to practice each method during the class, and you’ll head home with your very own propagated cuttings to grow and nurture.
Be sure to sign up as reservations are required!

Tea & Terrariums
2026-02-08 12:00 - 13:00
SOLD OUT! We’re sorry, but all spots have been filled for this event.
🌸 Tea & Terrariums: A Galentine’s Day Class 💐
🗓️ Date: Sunday, February 8
⏰ Time: 12:00–1:00 PM
🎂 Ages: Gals 18 +
💝 Pricing:
• Members: $40
• Non-Members: $45
• Gal Pals Bundle: $75 for two participants
(All materials, tea, and desserts included)
📍 Location: Texas Discovery Gardens, Fair Park, Dallas, TX
Looking for a fun, cozy, and creative way to celebrate Galentine’s Day? 💕
Gather your besties (or come make new ones!) and join Sollee & Sarah for a crafty afternoon of terrarium-making, tea, desserts, and crafts!
✨ Bonus perk:
Your registration includes admission to Texas Discovery Gardens and the Butterfly House, so you’re welcome to explore before or after class 🌿🦋
📞 Questions? Call 214-428-7476 ext. 1006 to learn more.
Registration Required – Registration is now closed! All spots have been filled. Thank you for your interest!

Love Bug Craft Time
2026-02-13 10:00 - 13:00
💘🐞 Love Bug Craft Time! 🐞💘
Stop by Friday, Feb. 13 for a sweet, hands-on craft activity perfect for little love bugs and their grown-ups!
🕙 Craft Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
✂️ Create adorable Love Bug crafts to take home
🦋 Don’t miss our Butterfly Release at 12:00 PM!
It’s the perfect moment to pause, watch, and celebrate love in nature.
📍 Texas Discovery Gardens, Fair Park
Come craft, explore, and fall in love with butterflies 💗🌿

Paint & Plant Workshop
2026-03-14 10:00 - 13:00
Free Community Event: Paint & Plant – March 14!
Join us on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM (or while supplies last) for a FREE Paint & Plant event hosted by the American Conservation Coalition on the Front Walk outside Texas Discovery Gardens.
Participants will:

Paint a flower pot
Plant a small plant to take home
Celebrate creativity and conservation

Afterward, show your painted pot at our entrance to receive half-off admission to explore the gardens.
Please note: This event is first-come, first-served, and supplies are limited. For more information and to sign up, visit our Discovery Days page.
We can’t wait to see your creativity bloom!

World's Largest Peanut on Wheels
2026-03-20 10:00 - 13:00
The world’s largest peanut on wheels!
Friday, March 20
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The one-and-only Planters NUTmobile , the world’s largest peanut on wheels, is rolling into TDG! Learn more about the iconic peanut tour vehicle here: https://www.plantersnutmobile.com/
🚗 Step inside and explore the NUTmobile
📸 Snap fun photos with the peanut on wheels
🥜 Visit a small table with free samples
All day during the Planters Nutmobile Day, admission to TDG will be BOGO, buy one admission and get a second admission of same or lower value for FREE! For example, buy an adult and get either a second adult or a child for FREE. Valid only on Friday March 20, 2026.
