Events and Programs

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

Illustration of a guitar and musical notes over flowers and mushrooms with text: Acorn Concert Series, Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest, Valparaiso.

Acorn Concert Series

June 2o to September 12

Gabis Arboretum invites families to enjoy five evenings of live music as part of our annual concert series. Pack a blanket or lawn chair and make lasting memories together in a beautiful, family-friendly setting.

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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

May 09

Spring Nature Scavenger Hunt

Get outdoors with a nature scavenger hunt at Gabis Arboretum at PNW. Whether you are a beginner or advanced, there is something for everyone.

May 10

Community Volunteer Day

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

May 10

Native Plant Sale Pickup

If you purchased plants online at the Gabis Arboretum Native Plant Sale, plant pick-up is Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the arboretum.

May 16

Grow Your First Garden (Registration Full)

This kid-focused program is for any child who wants to grow their first garden.


To request a disability-related accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity at oie@pnw.edu or (219) 989-2163 five days prior to the event.

In accordance with Purdue policies, all persons have equal access to Purdue University’s educational programs, services and activities, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability or status as a veteran. See Purdue’s Nondiscrimination Policy Statement. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these policies, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity at oie@pnw.edu or (219) 989-2337.