Fall Picnics
Welcome fall with a fun afternoon picnic under the beautiful trees at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center!
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Adult Programs
Howl at the Moon
Join Urban Wildlife Biologist Kelly Norrid for a discussion about one of our most misunderstood animals, the coyote.
Evergreen Holiday Happy Hour
Join us for this annual happy hour tradition where you'll get to meet and mingle with other nature-loving young professionals.
The Secret Life of Soil
Learn about the factors that form our many soil types, how they impact life above ground, and what you can do to improve your garden’s soil.
Fall Picnics
Welcome fall with a fun afternoon picnic under the beautiful trees at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center!
DIY Candles
Light up the darkest days of the year by making your own beautiful beeswax taper candles and pouring beeswax tealights.
Fall Picnics
Welcome fall with a fun afternoon picnic under the beautiful trees at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center!
Holiday Sip & Stroll
Sip delicious beverages and stroll along lightly decorated Arboretum trails as you soak in the festive cheer at special holiday-themed stops.
Blood Drive
The Houston Arboretum is partnering with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to host regular blood drives at the Arboretum!
Adult Owl Prowl
Spend a unique night out in nature during our Adult Owl Prowl! Enjoy light snacks and beverages while you meet live owl ambassadors.
Second Saturday Bird Survey
Join us on the second Saturday of each month in front of the Nature Center building for a two-hour bird survey led by Arboretum staff members.
Wolf Moon Hike
Have a howlin’ good time under the full Wolf Moon! Bring your questions and your sense of adventure along for this fun hike.
Tree Planting Workshop
November to February is the best time to plant trees in Houston. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn best practices for tree planting!
Backyard Wildlife Habitat Certification Series
If you want to get serious about building a backyard wildlife habitat but don’t know where to start, we’ve got you covered!
Blood Drive
The Houston Arboretum is partnering with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to host regular blood drives at the Arboretum!
Second Saturday Bird Survey
Join us on the second Saturday of each month in front of the Nature Center building for a two-hour bird survey led by Arboretum staff members.
Wild Romance
Bring a friend or partner and get ready for a fun night of games and activities inspired by real animal courtship during Wild Romance
Backyard Wildlife Habitat Certification Series
If you want to get serious about building a backyard wildlife habitat but don’t know where to start, we’ve got you covered!
Blood Drive
The Houston Arboretum is partnering with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to host regular blood drives at the Arboretum!
Pup Crawl & Pet Expo
Bring your furry friend to the best “pup” crawl around featuring beer stops along the Arboretum trails and local pet vendors at the expo!