Family Full Moon Hikes
Explore the Arboretum trails at night while the full moon is at its brightest. Hit the trails as the sun is setting and watch night fall.
Birding is for Everyone
In this class, we’ll learn about the many ways you can get into birding that don’t require expensive equipment or even leaving your house.
Frogs & Fairytales
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Calling all Princes, Princesses, and frogs to join us at the Houston Arboretum as we celebrate World Frog Day!
Yoga on the Lawn
Join us one Sunday of each month for a grounding yoga practice surrounded by the beautiful sounds and sights of nature!
Armadillo Adventures
Join us to experience the story of Sandy, an armadillo with a passion for music and dreams of performing on stage.
Seasonal Picnics
Join us for monthly all-inclusive lunchtime picnics at the Arboretum! Lay out your picnic blanket and enjoy a delicious meal under the trees.
Mindful Mornings at the Arboretum
Join us for weekly mindfulness lessons in nature inspired by the “Forest Bathing” movements in South Korea and Japan. Restorative time in nature helps us to reground and find respite from our modern, hectic lives.
Sip & Stroll
Enjoy a quiet evening out on the Arboretum trails and sip a delicious beverage while surrounded by nature.
Summer Teen Volunteer Open House
Interested in being a Summer Camp or Teen Trail Team Volunteer? Come and join us in the Nature Center for this informational Open House
Cooking with Honey
Learn how to make a surprisingly savory honey grilled cheese sandwich and delightfully sweet honey nut truffles.
Mindful Mornings at the Arboretum
Join us for weekly mindfulness lessons in nature inspired by the “Forest Bathing” movements in South Korea and Japan. Restorative time in nature helps us to reground and find respite from our modern, hectic lives.
Happy Hour on the Playscape
Admit it – you’ve always wanted to play on our Nature Playscape! Embrace your inner child at our March Evergreen Happy Hour.
Spring Plant Sale
April 1 & 2 from 9 am - 4 pm Spring is one of the best times to garden in Houston, so get ready during our Spring Plant Sale! A variety of Texas natives will be featured, including perennial and annual wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees. Attract butterflies, bees, and other
Spring Plant Sale
April 1 & 2 from 9 am - 4 pm Spring is one of the best times to garden in Houston, so get ready during our Spring Plant Sale! A variety of Texas natives will be featured, including perennial and annual wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees. Attract butterflies, bees, and other
Backyard Wildlife Habitat Certification Series
Join us for this inaugural series of classes that will take you step-by-step through the process of planning, planting, and maintaining a backyard wildlife habitat that meets National Wildlife Federation certification standards.
Spring Scavenger Hunt
Put your observation skills to the test in our family-friendly Spring Scavenger Hunt! Work as a team to complete the hunt!
Black Swan Yoga
Join us at the Arboretum for a free, all levels vinyasa flow with a special instructor from Black Swan Yoga.
Seasonal Picnics
Join us for monthly all-inclusive lunchtime picnics at the Arboretum! Lay out your picnic blanket and enjoy a delicious meal under the trees.
Mindful Mornings at the Arboretum
Join us for weekly mindfulness lessons in nature inspired by the “Forest Bathing” movements in South Korea and Japan. Restorative time in nature helps us to reground and find respite from our modern, hectic lives.
Second Saturday Bird Survey
Join us on the second Saturday of each month in the courtyard behind the building for a two-hour bird survey led by Arboretum staff members.