Events and Programs

With 300-acres of magnificent landscapes, education programs and community events, the arboretum has something for any interest!

Two themed scarecrows - Jack and the Beanstalk and the Gingerbread Man

Trail of Scarecrows

October 5 through October 31

Join us for the annual Trail of Scarecrows! School groups, scouts, businesses, families and other groups will create scarecrows on display during October at the arboretum. Participation is free.

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Charlie Brown scarecrow

Just For Kids

Explore our Gabis events just for kids.

A pond at Gabis Arboretum

Classes and Programs

Explore a collection of classes and programs at Gabis Arboretum.

A butterfly sculpture in the native plant garden at Gabis Arboretum

Hikes and Tours

Take a hike and nature tours through Gabis this fall.

A hiking trail at Gabis Arboretum

Wellness

Get in touch with your wellbeing and nature at our wellness-oriented events.

Events & Programs at Gabis

Nov 09

Volunteer Work Day

Help us with restoring our native habitat, weeding in the garden or mulching the trails!

Nov 16

Taking the Same Road Twice (or Thrice): Ecological Insights for Repeat Visits to Nature Preserves

Gabis Arboretum is excited to host a presentation about the knowledge that can be gained from repeated visits to nature preserves.

Nov 28

Holiday Closure (Thanksgiving)

Gabis Arboretum will be closed Nov. 28 and 29, 2024, in observance of Thanksgiving.

Dec 07

Wreathmaking Workshop

Complete your holiday décor by learning the basics of building a wreath from scratch at our wreathmaking workshop!