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Enjoy a unique and elevated celebration for Valentine's Day in Dallas with the special event hosted by Taste of Dallas at the Frontiers of Flight Museum in February. This event is perfect for couples who want to enjoy the best of the city's culinary artistry and diversity, with regional cuisine and local wines available for sampling from sun up until sun down. Plus, with exciting cocktail creations, wine, bourbon, and more, this all-inclusive event is sure to be a hit with everyone.

Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens has 66 acres of lush plants and flowers, and you'll feel like you've entered a different world. And the best part? You'll have a stunning view of downtown White Rock Lake and the Dallas skyline. Dallas Arboretum is considered one of the best in the nation and has over a dozen different gardens and thousands of species of plants, and visitors can enjoy the parks year-round. Be sure to check out the azalea collection with its 2,400 varieties and the ferns, holly, and color garden. And don't miss the Women's Garden, a recent addition featuring small garden rooms and a reflecting pool overlooking White Rock Lake.

Say goodbye to mini pencils and windmills and hello to digital scorecards, craft cocktails, and culinary creations. At Puttery, you can experience a whole new level of mini-golfing fun. Choose from four unique courses, each with its own theme and challenges. Whether you want to test your skills on the reality-bending Illusion course or explore the age-old shelves of the Library course, there's something for everyone. Need a break after enjoying the golf course? Take some time and check out the bar, where you can sip on exclusive cocktails while you soak in the ambiance. Once you've finished, indulge in the fan-favorite upscale apps and another round of craft cocktails.