Events and Programs
With 300-acres of magnificent landscapes, education programs and community events, the arboretum has something for any interest!
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Head outside for a summer scavenger hunt at Gabis Arboretum at PNW. Search for nine seasonal nature finds and boost your connection to the outdoors.
Gabis Field Trip Packages
Gabis Arboretum offers a variety of unique field trip experiences that combine nature, education and exploration for grades K–12.
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Events & Programs at Gabis
Jul 29
Roots and Wonder Forest SchoolRoots and Wonders Forest School is a four-day, parent/guardian-accompanied, outdoor learning experience at Gabis Arboretum for children ages 3-5.
Jul 29
Golf Cart Tour – July 29, 2026Join us on July 29, 2026, for a leisure drive through the Arboretum as the docent talks about the plants and animals that live at Gabis Arboretum.
Jul 31
Earth Art (Ages 10+)Join us for collecting natural materials from the surrounding area (leaves, twigs, grasses, etc.) and create our own “earth art,” which we will leave in nature for others to see.
Jul 31
Acorn Concert Series: MegaBeatles (Beatles Tribute)Immerse yourself in the timeless magic of The Beatles with MegaBeatles, a revitalizing tribute at the 2026 Acorn Concert Series!
To request a disability-related accommodation, please contact the Office for Civil Rights at civilrights@pnw.edu or (219) 989-2163 five days prior to the event.
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