Enjoy an evening picnic that connects visitors with nature

Twilight in the A-Mazing Woods

Enjoy music, crafts, exclusive Arboretum access and more at this evening picnic that connects visitors with conservation.

The Holden Arboretum is a place of respite — to walk, gather, heal and enjoy the wonder of and benefits of time spent in nature. It is in this spirit that we look forward to our annual event, Twilight in the A-Mazing Woods. This family-friendly experience is one of our most important fundraisers in support of our mission, including top-notch horticulture, education programs and botanical research.

At Twilight in the A-Mazing Woods, you, your family and friends can support our work while making lasting memories at this VIPstyle picnic. This year’s theme is focused on the Arboretum’s summer exhibit, Mission Botanica by Minotaur Mazes, and will help some of our younger visitors connect to conservation and biodiversity through play, exploration and a sense of adventure.

Guests of all ages will also enjoy live music, crafts, the Judith & Maynard H. Murch Canopy Walk and Kalberer Family Emergent Tower, Stickwork, exclusive access to the Arboretum for this event, and a picnic by SPICE catering. If you and your circle of friends and family are looking for a fabulous time to support an important cause, please consider joining us on Saturday, July 9 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tickets cost $150 per adult, $35 per child, or

MEET THE STAFF

Ellie Rial has worked at HF&G for four years and started as the Donor Stewardship and Events Manager in early 2022. Before that, she worked as the Associate Director of Public Programs. She has spent her career working for nonprofit conservation groups in Cleveland and Montana, with a specific emphasis on watershed health and water resources. Ellie has a BA in Environmental Studies and an MS in Natural Resource Management, both from the University of Montana.

Your family and friends can support our work while making lasting memories.

a family bundle can be purchased for $500 and includes two adult tickets and up to four child tickets. Patron level tickets are $250/adult and include two HF&G-branded gifts. To register, visit holdenfg.org. Contact Ellie Rial, Donor Stewardship & Events Manager with questions at erial@holdenfg.org or at 216-707-2839.

While this event showcases some of the Arboretum’s most beloved features through family fun, it also supports our important work and its connection to you and many Northeast Ohio communities.

We see the impact of our mission regularly. Sometimes we see it in the “ah-ha” moment of a young learner who is inspired by their field trip to one of our campuses, or from hearing about the impact that our internships have had on the careers of future scientists who worked in our research department. Sometimes our mission looks like 7,000 new trees planted by pledgers to our People for Trees campaign and witnessing interest in the expert care and dedication our horticulturalists give to our living collections. You may have your own special connection to our mission and wonder how you can help.

Sponsor tables are also available for groups of 10 and range from $2,500 to $10,000. All sponsorship-related questions should be directed to Sam Lengel at slengel@holdenfg.org or at 216-707-2805.