Things to See & Do
Cleveland Botanical Garden
Between Water and Stone
Help us celebrate 50 years of beauty and tranquility! May 24 – September 1 Our beloved Japanese Garden is turning 50! Discover the timeless harmony of nature and design. Delight... more
Columbus Koto Ensemble with Shojoji Japanese Dancers
Join us for an afternoon of traditional Japanese dance and music! The performance will open with Cleveland’s own Shojoji Dancers, who have been delighting and educating local audiences since the 1950s. Following... more
Make & Take: Ikenobo Ikebana
Learn the living tradition of ikebana by creating a flower arrangement in the Ikenobo style. more
Poetry Unplugged: An Open Mic Experience
Step into the story, stay for the soul! Thursday, May 15, 6-9pm$20 per person Join us for a night of amazing talent, awesome surprises, and beautiful performances. During this open... more
Botanical Derby Bash
Join us for a lively afternoon of fashion, festivities, and fast horses at our Botanical Derby Bash! Saturday, May 3, 3:30-8:30pmThis event has been canceled, we apologize for any inconvenience.... more
Zen Through the Lens: Capturing the Essence of a Japanese Garden
Japanese Gardens are a unique and timeless art form that embraces serenity and natural tranquility for contemplation. The Gan Ryuu Tei (rock stream garden) is a dry landscape garden, designed... more
Beginning Bonsai with Black River Bonsai
Start your bonsai journey with this introductory-level class. more
Cleveland Botanical Garden Community Day
Join us for a day of environmental awareness, community engagement, and fun activities in celebration of Arbor Day! Friday, April 25, 10am-8pm Seedling Giveaway Take home a Silky Dogwood, Cornus... more
Botanical Mocktail Scavenger Hunt
The craft beverage world is full of plant-tastic flavors! Challenge yourself or compete with your friends on a garden-wide scavenger hunt to find the botanical ingredients that make up the... more
Botanical Knitting Circle: Foresta Lumina
Spend a morning crafting and relaxing with fellow fiber-enthusiasts in our beautiful spring gardens! We will provide the pattern and light refreshments to get you started on the nature-inspired Foresta... more
The Nature of Healing Artist Panel
Explore the intersection of nature, grief and mental well-being! Sunday, April 20, 12-2pmFree, registration required Join us for an engaging artist talk as part of The Nature of Healing exhibition. This... more
The Nature of Healing Writing Workshops
Find solace in words! Sunday, April 27, 3:30-5pmSunday, May 4, 3:30-5pmFree, registration required As part of The Nature of Healing exhibition, join us for two immersive writing workshops led by the renowned... more
The Nature of Healing Opening Night
Discover artwork that speak to the soul! Friday, April 4, 6-9pmFree to attend, registration required The Nature of Healing explores the relationship between flowers, botanicals, nature, and the emotions of... more
The Nature of Healing
Experience the transformative power of art and nature! Saturday, April 5 – Sunday, May 18 The Nature of Healing is a group art exhibition featuring around 30 local artists. Co-curated... more
Meet the Artists: Gallery Opening
Meet the talented artists behind our botanical garden galleries! Friday, May 23, 6:30-9:30pm Explore our art galleries after hours and meet three of the artists whose work is on display.... more
Family-Friendly Spots
With plant-packed glasshouses and sensory play areas, there are so many exciting, educational, and interactive adventures for you and your little ones. more
Poetry in the Garden
Saturday, April 12, 2-4pm Free to attend, registration required This event will feature two sets of local poets sharing their work in the idyllic setting of the Cleveland Botanical Garden... more
Our Gardens
Located in the heart of University Circle, the Cleveland Botanical Garden is an urban oasis – an escape from the bustling city. Manicured gardens and curated glasshouses offer inspiration for... more
Orchids After Dark
Passion and petals underneath the moonlight! Every Saturday, Orchids: Love in Bloom is open late until 8:30 p.m. Grab an orchid cocktail or mocktail, and stroll through the beauty of... more
Cleveland Botanical Garden is for Lovers
Bring your boo for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day! Friday, February 14, 6:30-9:30pm$25 per person Your ticket includes: more
Steeped in Love
Steeped in Love: ChocolaTea™ Tasting Saturday, March 29, 3:30-5:30pm$50 per member, $60 per nonmember Did you miss our tasting in February or maybe you attended and want to do it... more
Orchids & Om: Ladies Night Out!
Join us for a ladies night at the Botanical Garden! Enjoy a rejuvenating yoga class and an enchanting sound bath!$35 per person Plus tons of complimentary experience stations + shopping... more
Biodiversity in Your Backyard
High School
$9 per student
Cleveland Botanical Garden
Explore invasive plants’ impact on biodiversity through interactive simulations before conducting field surveys in the gardens’ collection. Biodiversity in Your Backyard is a school program designed for 9th-12th graders which... more
People for Trees™
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Plant and care for a tree beginning with making a pledge. We will support each pledge with easy-to-follow instructional toolkits, guidance on how to select the most appropriate tree and where to purchase it, free virtual classes and other ongoing support.
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