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Frequently Asked Questions

Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden's A Tasteful Place
8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, TX 75218.

Use Gate 1 entrance, located at Garland Rd. and Whittier Ave.

Please dress comfortably for the outdoor weather and wear comfortable shoes. The dress code is garden party.

All tickets include free parking. General admission ticket holders should park to the immediate left and will enter the Arboretum through its main entrance. VIP ticket holders (Sponsors, Friends, Patron and Partner level) use Gate 1 and will have access to complementary valet parking.

General Admission Guests:
Guests will check-in at the main entrance to get a wristband. The gate will open at 6 p.m.

VIP Guests:
Guests will check-in at the main entrance to get a wristband. VIP entry begins at 5:15 p.m.

All the tastings are included with your ticket purchase. Wander through the garden and indulge in the delectable plates expertly crafted and served by over 30 of Dallas' finest chefs. Additionally, savor a variety of wines, beers, and spirits to complement your culinary journey.

VIPs are invited to attend a brief mixer honoring this year’s special guest, Steve DeShazo, whose career in educating Dallas’ next generation of talent and building partnerships has made Dallas’ culinary scene thrive! The VIP mixer takes place from 5:30-6:00 p.m. in Rosine Hall.

During the main event you are invited to enter the designated VIP area to enjoy a curated selection of composed small plates by exclusive VIP area chefs.

VIPs enjoy complementary valet parking located through Gate 1 near the Arboretum's main entrance and early access to all the chefs at Bits & Bites 45 minutes before doors open.