Join us for an enchanting evening where Northeast Ohio’s top chefs will showcase their exquisite culinary creations, offering an array of captivating flavors to delight your palate

(CLEVELAND)August 15, 2024 – Holden Forests & Gardens invites you to a fascinating evening where mysticism meets philanthropy at our only fundraising event this year, Harvest Moon on Friday, September 13 from 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. Harvest Moon is Holden Forests & Garden’s largest and only benefit of the year. Join us for the culinary event of the year in one of the city’s most iconic settings. 

Tickets are on sale now through Friday, August 30 at holdenfg.org.  

Individual Ticket: $220, VIP: $1,000 

VIP access 5 p.m. | Event opens to all at 6 p.m. | Afterhours party at 9 p.m. 

HARVEST MOON PHOTOS

“Our Harvest Moon event showcases the exceptional talent of Northeast Ohio’s award-winning chefs, renowned for their skill in transforming the freshest, locally sourced ingredients into culinary masterpieces,” said Ed Moydell, CEO of Holden Forests and Gardens. “Their dedication to employing sustainable farm to table practices aligns with our mission at Holden Forests & Gardens, and we are thrilled to partner with these chefs to offer our guests an unforgettable evening.”

At the heart of Harvest Moon, this event directly supports HF&G’s mission to connect people with the wonder, beauty and value of trees and plants, to inspire actions for healthy communities. Each ticket contributes to our conservation & education programs that help to preserve the magic of the natural world. 

Enjoy live music from talented local artists Stephanie Jimenez Band and Greening. Explore the early fall splendor of the Botanical Garden campus while experiencing seven food stations serving small plates from Cleveland’s most notable chefs. 

Food Stations with Cleveland’s Celebrity Chefs

Savor a selection of small plates from some of Cleveland’s best chefs including:  

• Ben Bebenroth of SPICE Kitchen,  
• Brandon Chrostowski of Edwins,  
• Vinnie Cimino of Cordelia,  
• Doug Katz of Amba,  
• Laurie Torres of Mallorca,  
• Brandy Schran of Marigold Catering,  
• Tawana Scott-Williams of PearlFlower Catering, 
• Eric Wells of Skye LaRae’s. 

“We at EDWINS are happy to participate again in the Harvest Moon fundraiser, which always delivers as a premier culinary event in Northeast Ohio,” said Brandon Chrostowski, Founder and CEO of EDWINS Restaurant & Leadership Institute. “Not only is the Cleveland Botanical Garden a beautiful venue, but the Holden Forests & Gardens’ commitment to championing sustainability practices and conservation in the region is inspiring.”

“Faster higher temperatures equate to shorter growing seasons,” said Vinnie Cimino, Operating Partner and Executive Chef at Cordelia. “Not only does this affect what local crops we can feature in our restaurants and on our plates, but our farmers’ livelihoods. We truly believe that good food starts with great ingredients.”

HARVEST MOON AFTER DARK

New this year is our Harvest Moon After Dark after-party that will begin at 9:00 p.m., and will offer guests an extended evening of betwitchment and musings in our iconic glasshouses. The After Dark after-party will feature an out of this world dessert station, enticing beverages, whimsical tarot card readings, and more. Dance beneath the moonlight with upbeat mixes from Cleveland’s popular DJ, NicNacc. This otherworldly after-party experience is included with event tickets or tickets can be purchased separately. Harvest Moon After Dark tickets, included with individual ticket levels and up, are $50 each and include after-hours access to our indoor and outdoor gardens, a dessert station and a drink ticket. 

Purchase tickets here: https://holdenfg.org/events/cleveland-botanical-garden/harvest-moon/ 

For event sponsorship opportunities, contact Samantha Lengel at (216) 721-1600 ext. 125 or [email protected]  to become a corporate sponsor for Harvest Moon.  

About Holden Forests & Gardens
Holden Forests & Gardens is made up of two of Northeast Ohio’s most important environmental and cultural institutions — the Holden Arboretum and Cleveland Botanical Garden — whose mission is to connect people with the wonder, beauty, and value of trees and plants, to inspire action for healthy communities. One of the largest public gardens in the country, Holden Forests & Gardens has over 22,000 member households and an annual attendance of over 300,000 for whom we strive to provide inspirational and educational visitor experiences. Holden’s science, conservation and urban forestry work is widely acclaimed and help to save native trees in the Great Lakes region and beyond. For more information, visit holdenfg.org.