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!

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.

Experience the bold, bright and colorful works of famed Minnesota artist, muralist and printmaker Adam Turman as he explores the wonders of nature — and how we perceive them — at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. 

Honor mom with a delightful picnic lunch and thousands of blooms on Mother’s Day at the Arboretum. Reserve a picnic lunch and follow it up with a walk through the Arboretum gardens to see all the spring blooms, including a display of 40,000 tulips planted throughout the grounds. 

The Dean's Circle Spring Forum is an exclusive in-person event designed to express our gratitude to our Dean's Circle members for the difference they make at CFANS—and thank them for all they make possible through their loyalty and generosity.

The Department of Agronomy and Plant Genetics is hosting their annual Hayes Phillips and Distinguished Alumni awards ceremony. This year's program includes a tribute to Professor Ron Phillips, who died last year.