Things to See & Do
Holden Arboretum


Forest Forms: First Look
Saturday, May 10, 9am-12pm Forest Forms: First Look is a self-paced edible event that leads you through nine spectacular sculptures on the opening day of the exhibit. Registration for this... more

Spring Conifer Grove Tour
Explore our unique conifers from around the world! more

Tree Tours with Our Experts
Learn more about Holden Forests & Garden’s research, conservation and community forestry work through free guided tours with our experts. Science Center Behind-the-Scenes Tour with Dr. Danny DlugosMonday, April 21,... more

Holden Arboretum Open House
Immerse yourself in a day of nature exploration, entertainment, and community fun at the Arboretum Open House! Saturday, April 26, 9am-4pm Join us for free admission, guided science hikes, free... more

For the Love of Peonies
Spend an afternoon admiring the Queen of Flowers! more

Arboretum Spring Day Camp
Kick off the week of Arbor Day celebrations here at Holden Arboretum! Designed for children ages 7-10, this hands-on day of exploration is a great way to keep your child... more

Self-Guided Junior Design with Nature
Junior
$10 per scout
Holden Arboretum
Junior Scouts will plan the ultimate hiking adventure at Holden Arboretum. Scouts will be able to use different types of maps to calculate distance, pace, elevation changes for a hiking... more

Forest Forms
An artful exploration of nature’s lines, rhythm and movement May 10 – September 7 Forest Forms features eighteen sculptures ranging in height from a playful five feet to a monumental... more

Bunny’s Big Spring Adventure
Saturday, April 5, 9am-noon The Easter Bunny has overslept! He needs help finding out if spring has arrived. Your kids can help the Bunny find the clues that mark the... more

Holden Grown Plant Sale
Saturday, May 17 & Sunday, May 18 Whether you are trying to naturalize your landscape or enhance a corner of your garden, this event will offer exclusively Holden-grown plants. Shop... more

Trees for Bees
Learn which flowering trees and shrubs help feed beneficial native bees. more

Peak Perspectives: Discovering Little Mountain Through Your Lens
In the late 1800s and early 1900s, Little Mountain was a tourist destination like no other. Horse and buggy transported Cleveland’s wealthy residents to the resorts located there for rest and relaxation. At... more

Self-Guided: Brownie Outdoor Art Creator
Brownie
$10 per scout
Holden Arboretum
Let the beauty of the gardens inspire your troop’s artistic journey! Brownies will explore the outdoors through a the eyes of an artist during this self-guided program. Taking inspiration from... more

Fireside on Fridays Concert
Friday, March 7, 6-7:30pm $10 per member, $15 per nonmember Playing soothing sounds amid the backdrop of a crackling fire, Bob Corlett will welcome audiences to our first ever Fireside... more

Our Gardens
Spanning over 3,600 acres, the Holden Arboretum is a nature lover’s dream. With gardens, trails, lakes and meadows, there is always something new to explore. more

Conservation Career Camp
Kickstart your future at our Conservation Career Camp! During this day-long adventure, high schoolers who are curious about careers in conservation will explore work that sustains our ecosystems. Teens will... more

Can’t Miss Family Activities
Ready to trade screentime for greentime? A day at Holden Arboretum is always fun, educational, and immersive for the whole family. more

Pierson Valley Trails
Explore miles of never-before-seen nature. With beautiful, old-growth trees, native plant life, and peaceful streams, there are no bad views. more

The Most Picturesque Hikes at Holden Arboretum
Explore over 20 miles of trails you won't find anywhere else, including a new natural-surface trail in Pierson Valley. more

Pierson Creek Valley Hike
Explore some of Holden Arboretum’s newest trails! Join Holden Arboretum staff for a challenging hike through the stunning forest ecosystems of the Pierson Creek Valley. This woodland area was closed... more

Art with Heart: Spring Nature Paint & Sip
Learn acrylic painting techniques while socializing with friends. more

Arboretum Adventures: Highlights Tour
K-8
$9.00 per student. One adult chaperone required per 10 students (free)
Holden Arboretum
Engage your students in the wonders of nature with a guided tour through some of Holden’s most cherished landscapes. As they journey through display gardens and diverse ecosystems, they’ll experience... more

Intro to Zen Meditation
Practice guided Zen meditation in a beautiful, natural setting. more

Working Woods Field Day
Saturday, June 7, 9am-4pm Join us for tours through the woods and opportunities to talk with regional natural resource professionals to explore what effective forest management practices look like in... more
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