Things to See & Do
Cleveland Botanical Garden
Frost: An Ice-Capped Garden Experience
Northeast Ohio's favorite indoor/outdoor 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... more
Artwork on Display
Current artwork on display as of July 2026 Brian Asquith (May 30 – September 20) Inspired by a childhood fascination with nature—examining insects, stones, and tide pools—the work reflects an... more
Power of Plants at Cleveland Botanical Garden
PK - 6
$13 per student
Cleveland Botanical Garden
Power of Plants or “POP” is an interactive program geared towards children aged 3-12 (grades PK-6) and their adult chaperones. What do people get from plants? Show your smarts or... more
Books & Blooms: Botanical Book Fair
Come for the books, stay for the blooms! Date & Time: Friday, September 4, 5:30-9:30pmPrice: $15 per member, $25 per nonmember Browse unique vendors, swap your next great read at... more
Cleveland Marathon
Run for the trees! Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17 It’s tough to be a tree right now. Climate change, invasive pests, new diseases, and compacted urban soils are... more
College Self Guided Tour
College
$10 per student
Cleveland Botanical Garden
Offered Year-round Bring the whole class! $10 per student. Please note – if you have a special request that does not fit within the available options, please reach out to... more
Tunes on the Terrace with Rockability
An evening of live music, crafts and summer flavors! Date & Time: Thursday, July 2, 6-8pmPrice: Included with admission Kick off your summer with a laid-back evening celebrating America’s 250th.... more
Mother’s Day Brunch
A Beautiful Mother’s Day Tradition Come enjoy a delicious meal catered by Spice surrounded by the beauty of the Botanical Garden. Make sure to capture the moment at our stunning... more
Ikebana International Cleveland Chapter Exhibit
From Friday, May 22 through Sunday, May 24 visit the Cleveland Botanical Garden to witness the Ikebana art form presented by the Ikebana International Cleveland Chapter. A variety of arrangements... more
Summer Nights at Cleveland Botanical Garden
Soak up the sunshine! Each Thursday from June 11 through August 20, the Garden will be open late until 8pm. Enjoy the café, glasshouses, your favorite outdoor gardens, and special... more
Botanical Book Club
Join us to discuss books that open a window to the great outdoors! It’s free with admission and open to anyone who read the book, but please register in advance... more
Harvest Moon
Location: Cleveland Botanical GardenDate: Friday, August 28, 2026Time: 5:30-9pm Join us for Harvest Moon, Holden Forests & Gardens’ annual fundraising gala, presented by Northern Trust, for an enchanting late-summer evening... more
Gourmets at the Garden
Fresh flavors, local chefs, unforgettable nights. The 2026 Gourmets at the Garden series will highlight summertime favorites featuring local chefs in the Cleveland area. Guests are invited to enjoy sample... more
The Ron and Lydia Harrington Perennial Playspace
The Cleveland Botanical Garden has welcomed a new permanent exhibit, The Ron and Lydia Harrington Perennial Playspace, overlooking the towering plants and trees in the Glasshouses. The Botanical Garden team... more
Shapes in Nature
Daisy
$14 per scout (includes badge)
Cleveland Botanical Garden
We will go on a scavenger hunt to find common and uncommon shapes in nature, plus plant, animal, and human-made patterns. Daisies will use natural items to create art they... more
Plants and Me
Grades PK-2
$10 per student
Cleveland Botanical Garden
Plants are all around us – we see them in parks and gardens, dotted along walkways and parking lots, and even on our plates! Over the course of this program,... more
Is it Alive?
Grades PK-1
$10 per student
Cleveland Botanical Garden
Check availability by clicking on the BOOK NOW button below. 1.5 hours $10 per student. One adult chaperone required per 10 students (free). One adult per five students admitted free;... more
Butterflies in the Garden
Grades PK-3
$10 per student
Cleveland Botanical Garden
Guided discussions about metamorphosis help learners discover how plants play an important role in the lives of these interesting insects Check availability by clicking on the BOOK NOW button below.... more
Garden Variety Tour
Grades PK - 8
$10 per student
Cleveland Botanical Garden
Check availability by clicking on the BOOK NOW button below. 1 hour $10 per student. One adult chaperone required per 10 students (free). One adult per five students admitted free;... more
Sensory Tour
Grades PK-8
$10 per student
Cleveland Botanical Garden
Check availability by clicking on the BOOK NOW button below. 1.5 hours $10 per student. One adult chaperone required per 10 students (free). One adult per five students admitted free;... more
Sunken Garden
This cultivated garden filled with seasonal flowers and native trees and shrubs sits nestled in the corner underneath the Botanical Garden’s Japanese Overlook Hallway. This secret oasis is perfect for... more
Return of the Butterflies
Enter a world of tropical butterflies, beginning April 1, 2026! A fan favorite returns with a burst of color: Return of the Butterflies at the Cleveland Botanical Garden. Step into... more
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