Purdue University Northwest Gabis Arboretum Events
Events
An Introduction to Bonsai: The Art of the Potted Tree
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesDiscover the fascinating art of bonsai in this beginner-friendly educational talk!
Night Sky Viewing
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesJoin Bill Suriano, an amateur astronomer and astrophotographer, for a night under the stars.
Introduction to Wetland Ecology
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesJoin Valparaiso University Biology Department graduate Megan Wolf as she helps unravel this fascinating and often misunderstood ecosystem!
Prairie Walk
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesPeak prairie season is upon us. Come get a guided tour and see the wildflowers blooming in the prairie.
Golden Hour Railway Garden
Gabis Arboretum 450 West 100 North, Valparaiso, IN, United StatesAs the Golden Hour hits, the shadows of our dwarf conifers stretch across the tracks, and the sunlight glints off the brass railings of the G-gauge locomotives.
Acorn Concert Series: Trippin’ Billies (The Dave Matthews Tribute Band)
Immerse yourself in the timeless magic of The Dave Matthews Tribute Band with Trippin' Billies, a revitalizing tribute at the 2026 Acorn Concert Series!
Campus Closed: Labor Day
There will be no classes and the University will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 7.
Acorn Concert Series: Sarah’s Place (Zach Bryan and Noah Kahan Tribute)
Immerse yourself in the timeless magic of Zach Bryan and Noah Kahan with Sarah's Place, a revitalizing tribute at the 2026 Acorn Concert Series!
Campus Closed: Labor Day
There will be no classes and the University will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 6.
Campus Closed: Labor Day
There will be no classes and the University will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 4.