Events

Kick off International Waffle day by coming to the Arboretum to enjoy delicious waffles and all the fixings. Dad's Belgian Waffles return to the Arboretum to serve up their mouth-watering […]

Maple Syrup Day Saturday, April 1 8 am to 11 am Maple Syrup Day is a fundraiser event for Iowa State University Xi Sigma Pi, a national forestry honor society.  […]

Ephemeral Walk Saturday, April 8 1 pm – 3 pm Join David McKinney, Curator of Collections & Grounds, for an in-depth walking tour of spring-blooming ephemeral plants across our 80 […]

Ephemeral Walk Wednesday, April 12 1 pm – 3 pm Join David McKinney, Curator of Collections & Grounds, for an in-depth walking tour of spring-blooming ephemeral plants across our 80 […]

Kenton J. Seth is based in Western Colorado and is a garden designer and plant junkie. Specializing in cutting-edge gardens and landscapes, his national and international work has been crevice […]

Come and join Nan Bonfils for the Spring Woof Walk, where you can revel in the beauty of nature with your furry companion. All attendees will receive wag swag, and […]

Come and participate in a scenic 5K or 1-mile Family Walk/Run on well-maintained trails at the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens. Following the race, there will be Arbor Day activities. Register […]

The Iowa Arborist Association is sponsoring a tree planting ceremony and kids tree climbing activity to commemorate the "Year of Trees." Attendees will receive free tree seedlings during the event. […]

Bridal Open House & Venue Tour Thursday, May 4, 6-7:30 p.m. Who: Wedding planners and couples considering the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens as a venue for their nuptials and reception. […]