Upcoming Classes
Experience the wonder and beauty of plants with Holden Forests & Gardens by taking part in one of our unique classes, workshops, or hikes. Our experts are ready to guide you as you unwind in nature, learn new skills, and connect with a community of fellow plant-lovers.
Click here for frequently asked questions about our classes.
Here is what’s on the horizon
Thu., Jan. 9, 2025 | 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Virtual House Plant Q&A
$10 per member, $15 per nonmember
Ask an expert questions about your house plants!
Registration & InfoSat., Jan. 11 – Sat., Jan. 25 (Select dates)
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House Plants 101 & 102
$20 per member, $25 per nonmember
Discover your green thumb with the help of Nature Kollektiv’s Deyampert Giles!
Registration & InfoSat., Jan. 11 – Sun., Feb. 23 (Select dates)
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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.
Registration & InfoTue., Jan. 14, 2025 | 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Plants at War: A History
Free for members, $10 per nonmember
Learn the importance of botany and horticulture during WWI and WWII.
Registration & InfoSat., Feb. 1, 2025 | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Carver’s Pond Hike
$12 per member, $22 per nonmember
Challenge yourself with a hike through one of our preserved conservation areas.
Registration & InfoSat., Feb. 8, 2025 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Evergreen Folk Stories & Herbal Traditions
$35 per member, $50 per nonmember
Join an herbalist to learn about the relationship of conifers to human culture and wellness.
Registration & InfoWed., Feb. 12, 2025 | 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Botanical Book Club
Join us to discuss books that open a window to the great outdoors!
Registration & InfoThu., Feb. 13, 2025 | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Star-Crossed Lovers: Wine, Chocolate & Stargazing
$30 per member, $40 per non-member
Treat yourself or come as a couple to share an evening of stargazing and local confections.
Registration & InfoSat., Feb. 15, 2025 | 10:30 am – 11:30 am
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Virtual Ask an Orchid Doctor
Free
Join us for a free, virtual information session on orchid care!
Registration & InfoWed., Feb. 19 – Sat., Feb. 22 (Select dates)
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Orchid Care 101
$25 per member, $40 per nonmember
Learn the basics of orchid care and practice on a Phalaenopsis to take home!
Registration & InfoSun., Feb. 23, 2025 | 8:00 am – 2:30 pm
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Behind-the-Scenes Orchid Photography
$80 per member, $120 per nonmember
Join a photography workshop to capture our orchid exhibit up close.
Registration & InfoWed., Feb. 26, 2025 | 9:00 am – 11:30 am
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Specialty Orchid Care
$37 per member, $52 per nonmember
Advance your orchid care knowledge with tricks and tips for specialty species.
Registration & InfoSat., Mar. 1, 2025 | 10:30 am – 11:30 am
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Orchids of Ohio
$10 per member, $25 per nonmember
Learn fun facts and useful identification tips for Ohio’s native orchids!
Registration & InfoFri., Mar. 7, 2025 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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Lunch & Learn: Introduction to Japanese Gardens
$10 per member, $15 per nonmember
Find inspiration in tradition while celebrating Cleveland’s own Japanese garden!
Registration & InfoFri., Mar. 14, 2025 | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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Wine & Cheese Night Hike
$30 per member, $45 per nonmember
Enjoy a unique end-of-the-week treat!
Registration & InfoSat., Mar. 29, 2025 | 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
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Hand Painting on Silk
$60 per member, $100 per nonmember
Learn from the artist what it takes to create beautiful, botanical art on silk like the pieces on display at our Orchid show.
Registration & InfoWed., Apr. 16, 2025 | 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Arboretum Book Club
Join us to discuss books that open a window to the great outdoors!
Registration & InfoFAQs
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I don’t see the program I’m looking for.
Try looking at our Events & Exhibits page. Please note that if a class has been cancelled due to unexpected circumstances, it will be removed from our website. If you have questions about classes, please contact: [email protected]
Is admission or parking included in the class fee?
Admission is included unless otherwise specified.
Parking is not included unless otherwise specified. Class participants at Cleveland Botanical Garden will pay the flat $7 member rate for parking. Parking at Holden Arboretum does not have an additional fee.
I didn’t receive tickets. What should I do?
We do not issue tickets for classes. Once you pay the registration fee, your name is added to a program roster, and you will receive a confirmation email. To check in for the class, all you need to provide is your name so that you can be marked off the roster.
If you do not receive a confirmation or reminder email prior to the program, please check your spam folder. If you still cannot find proof of registration, you may not have completed your registration. Please contact [email protected] with questions.
The class is sold out. How do I join the waitlist?
If you would like to join the waitlist for a class, please fill out our waitlist form with the name of the class and the number of tickets you would like to have added to the waitlist. If space opens up, you will be contacted in the order you joined the waitlist.
Do classes and hikes happen if it’s raining?
Yes, classes and hikes will proceed rain or shine. In cases of thunderstorms, high winds, high water, extreme temperatures, or other severe conditions, Holden Forests & Gardens may cancel a program. If HF&G cancels a program due to weather, participants will be notified and receive a full refund.
What is the cancellation/refund policy?
- If you need to cancel your registration, you can choose to use your registration fee as credit towards another class of your choice (valid for 1 year). A refund, minus a $5 processing fee, can be issued up to 5 business days prior to the start of the program. Holden Forests & Gardens cannot refund fees requested on or after the start date of a program, or for sessions missed due to illness or other unforeseen circumstances.
- If Holden Forests & Gardens must cancel a class for inclement weather, low registration, or other unforeseen circumstance, every attempt will be made to notify participants, and you will receive a full refund.
I have a question about accessibility accommodations. Who should I ask?
If the program includes a hike, the terrain will be detailed in the program description.
For other questions regarding accessibility and accommodations, please contact: [email protected]