Events Calendar - Dubuque Arboretum

CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2025

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JANUARY

JANUARY 2025

THU . JAN 16 . 6-8p

WORKSHOP: Tree of Life Wreath

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

Sponsor: Rech Family Gardens

FEBRUARY 2025

THU . FEB 20 . 6-8p

WORKSHOP: Dried Flower Heart Wreath

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

Sponsor: Rech Family Gardens

MARCH 2025

THU . MAR 20 . 6-8p

WORKSHOP: Dried Flower + Epoxy Suncatchers

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

Sponsor: Rech Family Gardens

THU . MAR 27 . 6-7p

EDUCATIONAL SESSION: Houseplants 101

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

Sponsor: Planted.

APRIL 2025

THU . APR 3 . 6-7p

EDUCATIONAL SESSION: Houseplant Pests 101

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

Sponsor: Planted.

SAT . APR 12 . 9a-Noon

VOLUNTEER: Spring Clean-Up No. 1

Lunch provided at 11:30a inside Visitor Center

Location: Gardens + Porch

Sponsor: DABG

SAT . APR 26 . 9a-Noon

VOLUNTEER: Spring Clean-Up No. 2

Lunch provided at 11:30a inside Visitor Center

Location: Gardens + Porch

Sponsor: DABG

SUN . APR 27 . 10a-5p

OPENING DAY: Gardens Gift Shop

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

MAY 2025

SAT . MAY 3 . 8-11a

2025 Dubuque Area HeartWalk

Join the American Heart Association in the fight against heart disease and stroke!

Location: The Dubuque Arboretum + Botanical Gardens Grounds

Sponsor: American Heart Association

SUN . MAY 4 . 11a-1p

TEA PARTY + POTTING + FOOD

Tea tasting + planting in a decorative teapot. Tea available for purchase.

Location: Hafeman Veranda + Visitor Center Lot

Sponsors: Planted + ByzanTEAum + Hibachi Time

11a-2p

SAT . MAY 10 . 7a

EXCURSION: Birding

Location: The Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens Grounds

Sponsor: Dubuque Audubon Society

THU . MAY 15 . 6-7p

EDUCATIONAL SESSION: Bees in the (Legacy) Trees

Presented by Belle Lensing

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

Sponsor: DABG

JUNE 2025

JUNE 1, 2025 . 6-8p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Elton Jeff & the Honky Cats

Elton Jeff & The Honky Cats is not just another tribute act. It’s a musical celebration spanning over six decades, featuring a review of Elton John’s chart-topping favorites that have been embraced by multiple generations. Their performance gives music enthusiasts a well-crafted experience featuring the heaviest hitters from the Elton John catalog.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor: McNamer Family Foundation.

[In memory of Joey McNamer, treasured son of Marty and Nancy McNamer.]

Serving great food!

JUNE 15, 2025 . 6-8p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Ocean's Rat Pack

Ocean's Rat Pack is the ultimate tribute group devoted to the music of:

. Dean Martin by Tony Ocean,

. Frank Sinatra by Bill Serritella, and

. Sammy Davis Jr. by Elliot Wimbush.

Ocean's Rat Pack brings the audience back in time when Vegas and Hollywood was king. Delight in their authentic performances that bring to life the vibe of the Rat Pack era and proving that these classics will never go out of style, but rather create new fans of the legendary performers of the Rat Pack.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsors:

Seiji & Mary Yoshioka

Serving great food!

JULY 2025

JULY 20, 2025 . 6-8p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Renegade Wildflower

This band has been serving up the finest Southern Rock the Midwest has to offer since 2019.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Serving great food!

AUGUST 2025

AUGUST 3, 2025 . 6-8p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

Jonny Lyons & the Pride

Combining Influences of Rock and Roll, Country, Blues, Soul, Surf, and Rockabilly, Jonny Lyons celebrates a musical style that will take you on a journey back in time to the golden era of music and showmanship!

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor:

Serving great food!

AUG 17, 2025 . 6-8p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

The Moods

Relive the Soulful Sounds of Motown & R&B with The Moods ... perfect for fans of Bruno Mars, The Commodores, Diana Ross, Earth, Wind and Fire, The Four Tops, The Jackson 5, James Brown, Lionel Richie, Luther Vandross, Michael Jackson, Prince, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder and The Temptations.

This celebrated tribute act is dedicated to recreating the magic of the world's top Motown and R&B legends. Whether you're a die-hard Motown fan or simply looking for a night of unforgettable music and dance, The Moods always give a fun, high-energy performance.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Serving great food!

SEPTEMBER 2025

SEPT 14, 2025 . 5-7p

MUSIC IN THE GARDENS

SecondHand News

SecondHand News recreates the experience of seeing Fleetwood Mac in their heyday. Made up of veteran local musicians (Melissa Brausch, Josh Chicoine, Mike Holtz, Dan Ingenthron, Mike Vanier, and Lindsay Weinberg), the band features spot-on vocal harmonies, careful attention to detail, and electric live shows. Through the talents of these seasoned performers, the spirit and musicianship of Mick Fleetwood, John and Christine McVie, Stevie Nicks, and Lindsey Buckingham come to life on stage. Audiences are energized by dynamic deliveries of favorites from the band's extensive catalog of hits as well as deep cuts beloved by superfans. The fun these musicians have recreating these classic songs together is infectious and will bring you to your feet in shared appreciation for one of the greatest bands of all time.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor:

Serving great food!

DECEMBER 2025

THU . DEC 11 . 6-8p

WORKSHOP: DIY Vanilla Extract Lab + Lecture

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

Sponsor: Planted.