Frost
Northeast Ohio's favorite immersive holiday experience returns to the Cleveland Botanical Garden. Winter botanical displays, holiday lights and immersive, themed rooms will transport you to an enchanting world.
Advance ticket purchase required.
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Saturday, November 23rd – Sunday, January 5th
Our indoor and outdoor gardens transform with dazzling light installations, a tunnel of flowers, larger-than-life animals, seasonal soundscapes and much more to create a completely immersive world for the holiday season.
Immersive
Enter a dozen themed rooms, bursting with winter spirit. Sparkling lights, charming sounds and delightful plants will guide the way!
Family-Friendly
Crafts, activities and endless photo-ops make for a unforgettable winter adventure.
New this year!
Raine and Shine
In our glasshouses, meet Raine and Shine, spirits of the wet and dry seasons celebrating winter in other parts of the world.
New Friends
New displays and lights will guide you through our gardens, with plenty of new forest creatures to meet along the way.
More Outdoor Lights
An expanded outdoor light trail will take you into more areas than ever before, including the newly renovated Hershey Children’s Garden.
Hours
- Monday: 10am – 9pm
- Tuesday, Wednesday: 10am-6pm
- Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10am-9pm
- Sunday: noon-6pm*
Holiday and Special Hours
- December 24th, 10am-3pm, Christmas Eve
- December 25th, Closed, Christmas Day
- *December 29th, noon-9pm
- December 31st, 10am-3pm, New Year’s Eve
- January 1st, Closed, New Year’s Day
Admission
Advanced online ticket purchase is required. Guests must select their time of arrival.
| Members | Nonmembers | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Day Sun-Wed, open-4pm | $5 | $22 |
| Child Day Sun-Wed, open-4pm | Free | $14 |
| Adult Day Thu-Sat, open-4pm | $10 | $22 |
| Child Day Thu-Sat, open-4pm | $7 | $14 |
| Adult Evening after 4pm | $14 | $26 |
| Child Evening after 4pm | $8 | $16 |
Events + Entertainment
From exclusive nightly entertainment to special events throughout the holiday season, Frost is back and bigger than ever!
Frost Nights Entertainment
JB Cirque Performers
Fridays, 6:30-8:30pm
A rotating schedule of aerialists, dancers, living statues and more.
Live Music
Saturdays, 6:30-8:30pm
Performers include Jimmy Mrozek, Jazz Shepherds, Cleveland Carolers, Windsong and Hubb’s Grove.
Cleveland Institute of Music Performances
Sundays, 3-5pm
Rotating duos including violin, cello, flute, oboe and more.
Frost Special Events
Breakfast with Santa
Sundays, December 15th & 22nd
Join us for a magical breakfast experience with a special visit from Santa himself as he stops by each table.
Tickets & Info
Krampusnaucht with Ohio Krampus Society
Saturday, December 7th
A folklore-filled evening at the Cleveland Botanical Garden with cocktails on our outdoor bar, activities and shopping.
Tickets & Info
Storytime with Santa
Sundays, November 24th and December 1st & 8th
Enjoy a winter-themed tale with Santa, with plenty of time for photos.
Tickets & InfoJust for kids!
Plant Exploration or Craft
Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11am-noon
Kids will use their senses to learn about trees, cacao, vanilla, cinnamon and ginger – each day focuses on a different plant or tree. Included with admission.
Afternoon Storytime
Sundays & Tuesdays, 1-2pm
Take a break from the excitement of Frost and enjoy a delightful winter tale from our storytellers. Included with admission.
Marshmallow Roasting
Thursdays-Saturdays, 6-8pm
Stick around past sunset on our late nights to toast a marshmallow over the fire. Included with admission.
Lake Effect Lodge Activities
All day, everyday!
Stop by the Lake Effect Lodge for our big slide, train tables and other fun activities! Included with admission.
Things to discover
Gingerbread | Dozens of unique gingerbread houses will be on display as part of our 18th annual Gingerbread House Competition.
Animals | Enter the Realm of the Winter Spirit to meet new friends like our botanical-inspired polar bears, foxes and penguins.
Trees | Explore over 40 uniquely decorated trees and wreaths from our local garden clubs.
Lights | Seasonal soundscapes and lighting will transport you to a winter wonderland unlike any other.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to buy tickets in advance?
Yes, advanced tickets are required for both members and nonmembers. Buy tickets here.
How do I get the member discount when buying tickets?
- Navigate to the buy tickets page, and select the day/time you’d like to visit.
- Login to your member account using your credentials.
- Continue the ticket purchasing process, and your member discount should be reflected at the checkout page.
Call our guest services team if you have logged in and the discount is not being reflected on the checkout page.
Guest Services: 216-721-1600
Is there a difference between the day and evening experience?
The day experience tends to be less crowded, which may be favorable for young children and those who need extra time to get around the gardens.
The evening experience is perfect if you want to spend more time exploring the outdoor gardens. Thousands of new lights have expanded our footprint this year. The glasshouses are also especially beautiful with their evening glow.
Will you still have the Gingerbread Competition?
Absolutely! We’re expecting over 100 masterpieces to be on display throughout the run of Frost. If you’d like to apply to participate, please use the link below.
Gingerbread RegistrationYes, the cafe will be serving up fresh sandwiches, soups, salads and more.
Photography and Video Permissions
By entering Cleveland Botanical Garden, you consent to be photographed and/or filmed on video and for your image to be used for promotional purposes (ie website, social media, email, etc.). You may opt out by notifying a guest services staff member.
