Summer Nights at Cleveland Botanical Garden
Enjoy the café, glasshouses, your favorite outdoor gardens, and special evening events every Thursday during summer.
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Soak up the sunshine with longer days, warmer nights, and more to do at the Garden!
On Thursdays after 5pm, enjoy discounted admission: $10 for adults and $7 for children ages three to twelve. Admission is free for Holden Forests & Gardens members.
Live music on Thursday nights!
6:30-8:30pm, included with admission
June 5 – Girl Cologne (Pride Night)
June 12 – Afi Scruggs
June 19 – Charity Evonna (cancelled due to weather)
June 26 – Megan Grantham
July 3 – A Glass of Wine
July 10 – The Williams Project
July 17 – Cameron Zona
July 24 – Cleveland Institute of Music
July 31 – RockAbility
August 7 – Matt Mortensen
August 14 – Ed Michaels
August 28 – Charlie Mosbrook
September 4- Roisin Brennan
September 11 – Jimmy Mrozek
September 18 – Cameron Zona
September 25 – Matt Mortensen
Gourmets at the Garden
This summer will feature five Gourmets at the Garden events on select Thursday evenings through September 4.
$15 per member, $25 per nonmember
June 12 – Chef Eric Wells from Skye LaRae’s
July 3 – Chef Lee Negrelli from Rabbit Food food truck (vegan)
July 24 – Chef Ryan Matthew Boone of Chips and Dip Hospitality
August 14 – Chef Ricky Smith from Something Good Social Kitchen/The RAFT
September 4 – Spice Catering
Yoga Classes
This summer will feature five yoga classes on select Thursday evening through September 18.
$20 per member, $30 per nonmember*
June 26 – Yoga with Piper from Yoga Roots
July 17 – Adapted Yoga with Angela from Adapted Fitness & Yoga
August 7 – Kids Yoga with Kristin Mulcahy ($20 per child, $10 per nonmember adult, free for member adults)
August 28 – Mat Pilates with Rose from Vital Pilates Studio
September 18 – Yoga with Bottoms Up! Yoga & Brews
Live Action Chef Stations
Select Thursdays, 6-8pm
September 11 – Build Your Own Firecracker Noodle Box
Cook to order shrimp, shredded Asian marinated Chicken Thigh, Snow Peas, Snap Beans, Peppers, Tofu
Garnishes: Scallions, Pickled Peppers, Cilantro, Sesame Seeds, Sweet Chili Sauce, Tamari
September 18 – Build Your Own Butternut Squash Mac + Cheese
Cook to order Pork Belly, Shredded Pork, brined Chicken Thigh, Summer Peas, Garden Beans, Sweet Peppers
Garnishes: Goat Cheese, Farmers Cheese, Parsley, Chili Oil, Herb Oil, Chives
Japanese Garden Tours
Thursdays, July 3-31, 7-7:45pm
Free for member, $10 per nonmember, registration required
Join us during the month of July for a short guided tour celebrating our Japanese Garden’s golden anniversary. Discover the history, philosophy, and symbolism behind this tranquil space, which blends Zen-inspired design with nature’s imperfect beauty. From winding paths to ancient trees, let the garden invite you to slow down and live in the moment.
Fit & Florals Ladies Night
Friday, July 18, 6-9pm
$35 per person
Take your pick of high-energy workouts, rejuvenating yoga, and an enchanting sound bath under the stars. Enjoy tons of complimentary experience stations and shop from our favorite local businesses.
Summer Nights are generously sponsored by:
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