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
Sep 23
Golf Cart Tour – September 23, 2026Join us on September 23, 2026, for a leisure drive through the Arboretum as the docent talks about the plants and animals that live at Gabis Arboretum.
Sep 25
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!
Sep 26
Native Seed Collecting with the Valparaiso Native Plant GroupValparaiso Native Plant Group invites you to join us at Gabis Arboretum to learn about native flowers and collect ripe seeds from several species of native prairie plants.
Sep 30
Golf Cart Tour – September 30, 2026Join us on September 30, 2026, for a leisure drive through the Arboretum as the docent talks about the plants and animals that live at Gabis Arboretum.
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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