Events and Programs

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

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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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Trail of Scarecrows

Display and Voting: Oct. 4 to 31

Enjoy the creativity of community members who’ve used scarecrows to celebrate the world of art and bring legendary artists to life!

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Just For Kids

Explore our Gabis events just for kids.

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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 21

Fall Hike

Join a docent for a fall hike to see the changing leaves, enjoy the brisk cool air and learn about the ecology of Gabis Arboretum.

Dec 05

Wreathmaking Workshop

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

Dec 12

Wreathmaking Workshop

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

Apr 28

PNW Day of Giving 2027

Changing students’ lives starts with us! Purdue Northwest Day of Giving is the largest day-long online fundraising event for the university. For 24 hours, students, alumni, faculty, staff and community come together to create opportunities for PNW students.


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.

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 for Civil Rights at civilrights@pnw.edu or (219) 989-2337.