Events

With over 1,200 acres of breathing room, including peaceful indoor spaces, the Arboretum serves as a refuge to rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit in one of the greenest spaces in Minnesota. Our Yoga in the Gardens series features year-round wellness classes led by local instructors.

Plein air painting is the art of capturing outdoor scenes from life. This form of painting from life moves artists out of the studio to study real landscapes. The result is a snapshot of a moment in time, one that might be remembered, but never repeated. Visitors to this exhibition at the Bell Museum will learn about the art of painting outdoors, its importance in the field of natural history, and its role in the making of the Bell’s dioramas. 

Soak up spring in the Arboretum’s gardens while shopping from up to 60 local artists and artisans during most weekends in May. Check out your favorite makers from past years and discover new ones. Markets will be open rain or shine!

The Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE) annual Celebration of Achievement is a graduation celebration that brings together undergraduate, graduate, and professional students who have been a part of the MCAE community and recognizes their accomplishments and achievements by gifting graduates an MCAE stole to wear for commemorative photos or during their formal college graduation ceremony.

Calling all Spring 2024 graduates! Celebrate your achievements at the Send Off, a fun, festive and FREE event hosted by the Alumni Association.

Spring Spotlight showcases current research in the Conservation Sciences department and raises funds for the Conservation Sciences Graduate Student Travel Grant. The grant exists to help students attend and present their research at conferences and professional meetings. This year's Spring Spotlight features a student poster presentation, a social hour for guests to pick the brains of researchers and a silent auction.

Celebrate the achievement and dedication of the amazing CFANS senior class at undergraduate commencement 2024! 

Our graduate students contribute to the immense diversity of research that happens across our college, and commencement is one place where we get to celebrate them.

Welcome spring with the 26th Annual Bud Break! Take a gorgeous 5K run/walk through the Arboretum gardens during the peak of spring blooms. The certified 5K course starts and ends at the Farm at the Arb. The Kids 1K loops around the event lawns near the historic red barn, allowing for a great area to cheer on the little racers.