The fall season is perfect for the return of the annual Hoppy Hour beer series. New this year, each event will have a theme with featured brews, fun activities and special guests and vendors.

Barks and Brews

Wednesday, September 11, 5:30 – 8:30pm

Bring your best furry friend to the garden for a special evening of Barks and Brews! Meet Swagger (one of the Cleveland Browns mascots) and celebrity dog, Snowball. Take a tour with a horticulturalist showcasing dog-friendly landscaping, meet adoptable animals from the Cleveland APL, check out special swag for your pooch and more!

Sustaina-Brew

Wednesday, September 25, 5:30 -8:30pm

Learn sustainable practices that you can incorporate into your life or that local businesses have adapted while listening to live music by Brazilian Jazz musician Moises Borges. Vendors include The Cleveland Brew Shop, Rust Belt Riders, Cleveland Office of Sustainability and Blue Dragon Craft. Green Corps will also be on hand with fresh produce to purchase (cash only). And, you will be creating your very own upcycled hummingbird feeder craft from used beer bottle!

Game Night!

Wednesday, October 9, 5:30 – 8:30pm

It’s game night at the Garden! enjoy traditional lawn games such as badminton, corn hole, jenga, etc., as well as games facilitated by Tabletop Board Game Café. Groove to live music and even win a prize at Botanical Bingo!

Boos and Brews

Wednesday, Oct. 23, 5:30 -8:30pm

Come in costume to see the garden at the spookiest time of year! Enchanting lights, mystical fortune tellers (tarot card readers), carnivorous plant creature feature, and a guided flashlight tour featuring Woodland Folklore will round out the evening.