Upcoming Programs & Events
Experience our planet in all its beauty. Join fellow plant lovers and connect with nature at Cleveland Botanical Garden and Holden Arboretum. Our forests and gardens are awakening in the new season, and you will not want to miss it!
Featured Programs & Events
Thu., Jun. 19 – Thu., Sep. 25 (Select dates)
Enjoy the café, glasshouses, your favorite outdoor gardens, and special evening events every Thursday during summer. Tickets & Info
Fri., Jul. 11 – Fri., Sep. 5 (Select dates)
First Fridays are back! Meet our staff and enjoy a guided tour of our beautiful gardens this season! Registration & Info
Sat., Jun. 28, 2025 | 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Join us for a joint performance featuring traditional Japanese dance and music! Registration & InfoAll Programs & Events
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Cleveland Botanical Garden
Make & Take: Ikenobo Ikebana
$50 per member, $65 per nonmember
Learn the living tradition of ikebana by creating a flower arrangement in the Ikenobo style.
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Botanical Book Club
Join us to discuss books that open a window to the great outdoors!
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Holden Arboretum
Concerts in the Forest Series
Food, drink and live music in a one-of-a-kind setting.
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Cleveland Botanical Garden
Wade Oval Wednesday Free Nights
Enjoy free admission to the Cleveland Botanical Garden on Wednesday, June 18 and August 6, from 5:30 to 8:30pm as part of Wade Oval Wednesdays.
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Cleveland Botanical Garden
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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Cleveland Botanical Garden
Hershey Children’s Garden Summer Celebration
Included with admission
Celebrate our renovated Children’s Garden! Bask in the sunshine, growth, and the magic of nature with hands-on activities, crafts, a scavenger hunt, and a yummy snack.
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Beginning Bonsai with Black River Bonsai
$55 per member, $70 per nonmember
Start your bonsai journey with this introductory-level class.
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Holden Arboretum
Firefly Foray
$30 per member, $40 per nonmember
Take in the wonder of firefly diversity on a unique night hike.
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Holden Arboretum
Stebbins Gulch: A Hike Through Geological History
$12 per member, $22 per nonmember
Experience the wonders of the woods on a guided hike through one of Holden Arboretum’s preserved natural areas.
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Zen Through the Lens: Capturing the Essence of a Japanese Garden
$60 per member, $100 per nonmember
Join a photography workshop to celebrate our Japanese Garden’s 50th anniversary!
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Holden Arboretum
Magnificence on the Mountain Hike
$12 per member, $22 per nonmember
Experience the wonders of the woods on a guided hike through one of Holden Arboretum’s preserved natural areas.
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Cleveland Botanical Garden
Yoga at the Garden
Prices vary
Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just starting out, these classes are designed for all levels. Come for the yoga, stay for the gardens, and leave feeling refreshed and connected.
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Holden Arboretum
Brews & Blooms
$45 per member, $50 per nonmember
Sip into summer with a vibrant tasting event featuring a handpicked lineup of crisp, refreshing brews that capture the spirit of the season.
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Cleveland Botanical Garden
Columbus Koto Ensemble with Shojoji Japanese Dancers
$25 per member, $30 per nonmember
Join us for a joint performance featuring traditional Japanese dance and music!
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Cleveland Botanical Garden
Attracting Pollinators to Your Yard
$20 per member, $25 per nonmember
Learn best practices for inviting native pollinators to your home garden!
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Cleveland Botanical Garden
Gourmets at the Garden
$15 per member, $25 per nonmember
Guests are invited to enjoy sample bite-sized portions from their favorite chefs and learn how to make great dishes at home.
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Holden Arboretum
First Fridays Garden Tours
$7 per member, $22 per nonmember
First Fridays are back! Meet our staff and enjoy a guided tour of our beautiful gardens this season!
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Cleveland Botanical Garden
Revealing the Secrets: Gan Ryū Tei in Context
$10 per member, $25 per nonmember
Learn the deep history and cultural value of our Japanese Garden.
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Cleveland Botanical Garden
Fit & Florals Ladies Night
$35 per person
A high-vibe ladies night at Cleveland Botanical Garden!
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Holden Arboretum
Wine & Cheese Night Hike
$30 per member, $45 per nonmember
Enjoy a unique end-of-the-week treat!
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Cleveland Botanical Garden
Try It! Sogetsu Ikebana
$25 per member, $40 per nonmember
Give Ikebana a try with this low-cost, introductory class.
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Holden Arboretum
Wellness in the Woods
$35 per member, $45 per nonmember
A restorative evening of journaling, hiking, mindfulness, music, and refreshing mocktails under the trees.
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Cleveland Botanical Garden
Japanese Pruning Basics
$20 per member, $25 per nonmember
Join us for an intro to Japanese-style pruning.
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Holden Arboretum
Herbal First Aid
$30 per member, $45 per nonmember
Learn from an herbalist how plants can support first aid practices.
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Cleveland Botanical Garden
Houseplant Kokedama
$30 per member, $45 per nonmember
Create your own hanging moss ball with a houseplant to take home.
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Holden Arboretum
Adult Campout
$35 per member, $40 per nonmember
Enjoy a 21+ camp experience at the Arboretum! Take part in campfires, sunset hikes, star-gazing and more.
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Holden Arboretum
Family Campout
$35 per member, $40 per nonmember
An exclusive opportunity to camp out for a night in our woods! Saturday 3pm – Sunday 11am.
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Cleveland Botanical Garden
Indigo Dye Workshop with Shibori Resist
$40 per member, $55 per nonmember
Discover the culture and chemistry of indigo!
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Holden Arboretum
Nature Photography on Your iPhone with Ian Adams
$45 per member, $60 per nonmember
Capture stunning summer scenery on your smartphone with the help of a professional photographer.
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Holden Arboretum
Notes of Nature Wine Tasting
$75 per member, $85 per nonmember
Spend time in one of the Arboretum’s most beautiful gardens during golden hour. Enjoy wine tasting and food stations while taking in the breathtaking scenery.
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Experience nature in all its beauty at Cleveland Botanical Garden and Holden Arboretum. Enjoy a captivating way to enjoy the great outdoors and get in touch with nature. The gardens are awakening in the new season, and you will not want to miss it!
