2023 Gala in the Gardens

2023 Gala in the Gardens 

The 2023 Gala in the Gardens will be back at the Farm at the Arb on Thursday, June 15. Enjoy an elegant sunset meal, live and silent auctions, and an inspiring program with emcee Belinda Jensen, KARE 11's Chief Meteorologist, and new Arboretum Executive Director, Andrew Gapinski.

We will celebrate the incredible impact of education at the Arboretum and how these transformational experiences connect people of all ages with the living world and each other.

Gala Schedule 

Monday, June 12

Let the bidding begin! The auction OPENS at midnight.

Thursday, June 15

• 5:30 p.m. Check-In begins at the Farm at the Arb 
• 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Cocktail Reception, Silent Auction, and more 
• 7:00 p.m. Gala Dinner & Program
• 7:30 p.m. Silent Auction closes
• 9:00 p.m. Program conclusion and auction pick up
  

Additional Gala event details:

• DIRECTIONS: All Gala guests will access the Farm at the Arb directly. The address is 3210 W 82nd St. Chanhassen, 55317. Click HERE for a map. Watch for private event signs along 82nd Street.
• PARKING:  We have valet parking for your convenience. Please follow the signs upon arrival to the Farm at the Arb. Valet service provided by Piccadilly Valet.
• ATTIRE: Garden party attire is recommended, along with flat shoes. Guests will be walking on a variety of surfaces at the Farm at the Arb.