Upcoming events

Twilight Tour April 2024 - Sold Out!


4/18/2024Twilight Tours are walking tours offered once each month, April and June through September. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on March 20, 2024 at NOON. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach.

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History In Bloom 2024


4/21/2024Please join us for an afternoon filled with History, Heritage and Horticulture as we present a variety of tours to delight all interests and ages.  We turn back time as horse drawn carriages ride through the arboretum on a beautiful Spring Sunday.  The rides begin at Noon and run continuously until 3:30PM.  Along the route see some of Spring Grove’s Champion trees, beautiful blossoms, lush green foliage, art, architecture and wildlife.  You will even meet some of our more notable ‘residents.’ Walking tours will be led by our knowledgeable docents at 12:00, 1:30, and 3:00.  Tour topics will be posted soon. Advance reservations are not required; simply sign up at the information table the day of the event.  Dress appropriately and come rain or shine!  All tours and activities begin at the main entrance just before the railroad overpass at Spring Grove. 

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Virtual Grief to Peace April 2024


4/23/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Men In Grief April 2024


4/23/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Arbor Day Walking Tour 2024


4/26/2024Celebrate Arbor Day at Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum. Join a member of Spring Grove's Horticulture Team on this walking tour acknowledging the majestic trees in the arboretum. Dress for the weather. Registration is required and will open on March 28, 2024 at NOON. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach.

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Bulb Pulling 2024 - Sold Out!


4/28/2024Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum plants over 23,000 tulips every year and strives to donate all of the bulbs.  Volunteers are invited to join Spring Grove’s horticulture staff in digging the tulips.  All tulips will be bagged and sorted by color.  Any who volunteer are welcome to take home one bag per person of the tulips of their choice at no charge.   Please bring a trowel, kneeling pad, gloves, etc.  Event held rain or shine. Please bring non-perishable food items to exchange for your bag of tulips.  All items will be donated to Churches Active In Northside (CAIN). Registration is required.  Registration will open on March 30, 2024 at NOON.

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Public Tram Tour 10:00 May 2024 - Sold Out!


5/1/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on April 2, 2024 at noon.

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Public Tram Tour 2:00 May 2024 - Sold Out!


5/1/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on April 2, 2024 at noon.

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Early Morning Bird Walk 2024


5/4/2024Gather at the Norman Chapel and meet the amazing birds of Spring Grove on this expert-guided walk.  Flock together with fellow bird lovers and expert ornithologist, Jeff Hays, to search for over 200 species that roost and nest at Spring Grove.  This is an excellent outing for families and beginning birders are especially encouraged to attend.  The walk will last about an hour and a half with moderate walking.  Please bring binoculars if you have them.  Dress for weather conditions.  Start your Saturday morning surrounded by nature! Registration is required and will open on April 5, 2024 at NOON.

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Weekend Walkabout May 2024


5/5/2024Weekend Walkabouts are walking tours offered once each month, May through October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on April 6, 2024 at noon.

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Summer Gate Hours Begin 2024


5/6/2024Spring Grove's summer gate hours begin on Monday, May 6, 2024.  Spring Grove's gates will be open until 8:00pm on Mondays and Thursdays through August. 

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Student Volunteer Day May 2024


5/11/2024Join us for Student Volunteer Day at Spring Grove! Contribute to meaningful horticulture projects across our 450 pristine acres. This opportunity is open to high school and college-age students, as well as members of the public, including parents. Participants will earn service hours for their contribution. Registration is required. Each session is limited to 25 people. Student Volunteer Days are offered the second Saturday of each month, April-October / 9:00-12:00pm. The Horticulture Team will meet you at the Customer Service Center. Dress for the weather. Wear close-toed shoes and bring water. PROVIDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS IN ORDER TO RECEIVE AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION. PLEASE DOWNLOAD AND FILL OUT THE APPROPRIATE WAIVER BELOW.

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Mother's Day 2024


5/12/2024In honor of Mother’s Day, the Spring Grove Family wishes to pay tribute to all Mothers.  We will be distributing flowers to all of our visitors on Sunday, May 12, 2024.  Carnations, the floral symbol of Mother’s Day, will be available from 11:00am - 4:00pm in our Customer Service Center (just inside the main gate of the cemetery) and also at information tents located on the grounds.  Carnations represent purity, strength and the endurance of a mother’s love. 

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Public Tram Tour 1:00 May 2024


5/19/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on April 20, 2024 at noon.

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Public Tram Tour 3:00 May 2024


5/19/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on April 20, 2024 at noon.

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Grief to Peace May 2024


5/21/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Memorial Day Weekend 2024


5/23/2024-5/27/2024Celebrating Memorial Day is a time honored tradition at Spring Grove. Please read below for the full list of events.

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Virtual Grief to Peace May 2024


5/28/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Men In Grief May 2024


5/28/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Weekend Walkabout June 2024


6/2/2024Weekend Walkabouts are walking tours offered once each month, May through October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on May 4th at noon.

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Summer Family Night June 4


6/4/2024Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum is hosting these special Tuesday evenings just for YOU and your families.  The cemetery will be open until 8P on Tuesdays June, July, and August.  Our 45 miles of paved roadways will be closed to motorized transportation 6:00-8:00pm.  Pedestrians will only be permitted beyond the railroad arch. The Garage OTR will be on site with Segway rentals. Please visit www.thegarageotr.com to reserve your segway.  

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Public Tram Tour 10:00 June 2024


6/5/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on May 7, 2024 at noon.

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Public Tram Tour 2:00 June 2024


6/5/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on May 7, 2024 at noon.

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Outdoor Movie Night 2024


6/7/2024Wear your PINK and get ready for the best movie night ever! Join us for the annual Outdoor Movie Night offered at Spring Grove!  Please bring your waterproof picnic blankets and/or chairs to Spring Grove's beautiful Rose Garden to enjoy the historic grounds while watching a movie.  The movie will begin around 9:00PM. We are requesting reservations, beginning May 9, 2024, to help us plan accordingly.

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Student Volunteer Day June 2024


6/8/2024Join us for Student Volunteer Day at Spring Grove! Contribute to meaningful horticulture projects across our 450 pristine acres. This opportunity is open to high school and college-age students, as well as members of the public, including parents. Participants will earn service hours for their contribution. Registration is required. Each session is limited to 25 people. Student Volunteer Days are offered the second Saturday of each month, April-October / 9:00-12:00pm. The Horticulture Team will meet you at the Customer Service Center. Dress for the weather. Wear close-toed shoes and bring water. PROVIDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS IN ORDER TO RECEIVE AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION. PLEASE DOWNLOAD AND FILL OUT THE APPROPRIATE WAIVER BELOW.

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Summer Family Night June 11


6/11/2024Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum is hosting these special Tuesday evenings just for YOU and your families.  The cemetery will be open until 8P on Tuesdays June, July, and August.  Our 45 miles of paved roadways will be closed to motorized transportation 6:00-8:00pm. Pedestrians will only be permitted beyond the railroad arch. The Garage OTR will be on site with Segway rentals. Please visit www.thegarageotr.com to reserve your segway.

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Summer Family Night June 18


6/18/2024Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum is hosting these special Tuesday evenings just for YOU and your families.  The cemetery will be open until 8P on Tuesdays June, July, and August.  Our 45 miles of paved roadways will be closed to motorized transportation 6:00-8:00pm. Pedestrians will only be permitted beyond the railroad arch. The Garage OTR will be on site with Segway rentals. Please visit www.thegarageotr.com to reserve your segway.

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Grief to Peace June 2024


6/18/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Summer Concert June 2024


6/19/2024Spring Grove welcomes, for the first time, Yesterday Once More. YOM is tribute band featuring the music from The Carpenters. This concert will take place in the Rose Garden Gazebo located in the front of the cemetery near the main entrance. We will be collecting monetary donations for Matthew 25 Ministries. To learn more about YOM, go to their Facebook page: facebook.com/YOMTribute No registration or ticket purchase is necessary. This is a free event.

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Twilight Tour June 2024


6/20/2024Twilight Tours are walking tours offered once each month, April and June through September. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on May 22nd at NOON.

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Public Tram Tour 1:00 June 2024


6/23/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on May 25, 2024 at noon.

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Summer Family Night June 25


6/25/2024Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum is hosting these special Tuesday evenings just for YOU and your families.  The cemetery will be open until 8P on Tuesdays June, July, and August.  Our 45 miles of paved roadways will be closed to motorized transportation 6:00-8:00pm. Pedestrians will only be permitted beyond the railroad arch. The Garage OTR will be on site with Segway rentals. Please visit www.thegarageotr.com to reserve your segway.

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Virtual Grief to Peace June 2024


6/25/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Men In Grief June 2024


6/25/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Summer Plant Identification 2024


6/27/2024The Summer Plant Identification class will focus on learning to identify trees and shrubs as they are seen during the growing season.  Join a member of Spring Grove’s Horticulture Team as they discuss the unique features of each plant that are key to its identity.  Other interesting plant features, ethno botany and plant trivia will also be shared on what should be a pleasant early summer evening. Please meet on the Historic Office front lawn located just inside and to the right of the main gates. Event held rain or shine, dress for the weather.  Registration is required and will open on May 29, 2024 at noon. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach.

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Dog Day of Summer 2024


6/30/2024Historic Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum is excited to present our Annual Dog Day of Summer Event on Sunday, June 30, 2024.  For 364 days of the year the cemetery does not permit dog owners to share the beauty of Spring Grove with their pets.  However, on this ONE day only, responsible pet owners are invited to spend the entire day at the cemetery with their four-legged buddies.  Explore over 45 miles of paved roads throughout the 400+ developed acres of the park.  Some of our many events between 9A - 1P include organized Dogwood Trail Walk (at 10A) / Pet Photo Keepsakes Keychains / ANIMAL ADOPTIONS / and Luau Picnic with Your Pooch - We will have picnic tables and chairs set up for you to enjoy a hot off the grill concession or bring your own picnic lunch.  Concessions will be available between 11A - 1P (for a nominal charge with proceeds benefitting 2nd Hand Paws.) We are also collecting donated items for 2nd Hand Paws. You can view their wish lists on their websites. ADOPTABLE DOGS WILL BE ON SITE. This is a Free event for the entire family. ALL PETS are required to be registered at the information tent.  You can also download the pdf below and bring it with you. Remember - when the clock strikes 6P and the gates are closed, we will not be able to share Spring Grove with our pets until next year's Dog Days Event!   

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Public Tram Tour 1:00 June 2024


6/30/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on June 1, 2024 at noon.

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Public Tram Tour 3:00 June 2024


6/30/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on June 1, 2024 at noon.

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Summer Family Night July 2


7/2/2024Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum is hosting these special Tuesday evenings just for YOU and your families.  The cemetery will be open until 8P on Tuesdays June, July, and August.  Our 45 miles of paved roadways will be closed to motorized transportation 6:00-8:00pm. Pedestrians will only be permitted beyond the railroad arch. The Garage OTR will be on site with Segway rentals. Please visit www.thegarageotr.com to reserve your segway.

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Public Tram Tour 10:00 July 2024


7/3/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on June 4, 2024 at noon.

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Public Tram Tour 2:00 July 2024


7/3/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on June 4, 2024 at noon.

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Weekend Walkabout July 2024


7/7/2024Weekend Walkabouts are walking tours offered once each month, May through October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on May 4, 2024 at noon.

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Summer Family Night July 9


7/9/2024Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum is hosting these special Tuesday evenings just for YOU and your families.  The cemetery will be open until 8P on Tuesdays June, July, and August.  Our 45 miles of paved roadways will be closed to motorized transportation 6:00-8:00pm. Pedestrians will only be permitted beyond the railroad arch. The Garage OTR will be on site with Segway rentals. Please visit www.thegarageotr.com to reserve your segway.

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Summer Concert July 2024


7/11/2024Spring Grove's Summer Concert Series continues in the month of July. All concerts take place in the Rose Garden Gazebo located in the front of the cemetery near the main entrance. We will be collecting monetary donations for Matthew 25 Ministries. We welcome The Remains for the second year to Spring Grove. The Remains have over 30 years of experience and play an eclectic mix of songs from the 1960's to present day.

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Student Volunteer Day July 2024


7/13/2024Join us for Student Volunteer Day at Spring Grove! Contribute to meaningful horticulture projects across our 450 pristine acres. This opportunity is open to high school and college-age students, as well as members of the public, including parents. Participants will earn service hours for their contribution. Registration is required. Each session is limited to 25 people. Student Volunteer Days are offered the second Saturday of each month, April-October / 9:00-12:00pm. The Horticulture Team will meet you at the Customer Service Center. Dress for the weather. Wear close-toed shoes and bring water. PROVIDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS IN ORDER TO RECEIVE AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION. PLEASE DOWNLOAD AND FILL OUT THE APPROPRIATE WAIVER BELOW.

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Grief to Peace July 2023


7/16/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Summer Family Night July 16


7/16/2024Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum is hosting these special Tuesday evenings just for YOU and your families.  The cemetery will be open until 8P on Tuesdays June, July, and August.  Our 45 miles of paved roadways will be closed to motorized transportation 6:00-8:00pm. Pedestrians will only be permitted beyond the railroad arch. The Garage OTR will be on site with Segway rentals. Please visit www.thegarageotr.com to reserve your segway.

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Twilight Tour July 2024


7/18/2024Twilight Tours are walking tours offered once each month, April and June through September. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on June 19, 2024 at NOON.

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Full Moon Tours 2024


7/20/2024Join us Saturday, July 20, 2024 for this fun and unique view of Historic Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum at the  SIXTEENTH annual Full Moon Tours.  Bring a flashlight and join our ‘lanterned’ guides for a unique view of the Historic sections of the grounds IN THE DARK.  Due to the popularity of this event we require advance registration for all tours.  Tour group sizes are limited.  Registration will open June 21, 2024 at NOON. Tour topics will be announced at a later date.

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Public Tram Tour 1:00 July 21


7/21/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on June 22 2024 at noon.

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Men In Grief July 2024


7/23/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Virtual Grief to Peace July 2024


7/23/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Summer Family Night July 23


7/23/2024Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum is hosting these special Tuesday evenings just for YOU and your families.  The cemetery will be open until 8P on Tuesdays June, July, and August.  Our 45 miles of paved roadways will be closed to motorized transportation 6:00-8:00pm. Pedestrians will only be permitted beyond the railroad arch. The Garage OTR will be on site with Segway rentals. Please visit www.thegarageotr.com to reserve your segway.

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Champion Tree Tram Tour 2024


7/25/2024Spring Grove is home to nearly 30 Ohio Champion Trees, more than any other one location in the state!  Enjoy this summer evening by riding on our open-air tram listening to our expert horticulture staff talk about the some of the largest trees in the state.  Pre-Registration is required.  Registration will open on June 26, 2024 at NOON. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach.

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Public Tram Tour 1:00 July 2024


7/28/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on June 29, 2024 at noon.

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Public Tram Tour 3:00 July 2024


7/28/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on June 29, 2024 at noon.

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Summer Family Night July 30


7/30/2024Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum is hosting these special Tuesday evenings just for YOU and your families.  The cemetery will be open until 8P on Tuesdays June, July, and August.  Our 45 miles of paved roadways will be closed to motorized transportation 6:00-8:00pm. Pedestrians will only be permitted beyond the railroad arch. The Garage OTR will be on site with Segway rentals. Please visit www.thegarageotr.com to reserve your segway.

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Weekend Walkabout August 2024


8/4/2024Weekend Walkabouts are walking tours offered once each month, May through October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on July 6, 2024 at noon.

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Summer Family Night August 6


8/6/2024Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum is hosting these special Tuesday evenings just for YOU and your families.  The cemetery will be open until 8P on Tuesdays June, July, and August.  Our 45 miles of paved roadways will be closed to motorized transportation 6:00-8:00pm. Pedestrians will only be permitted beyond the railroad arch. The Garage OTR will be on site with Segway rentals. Please visit www.thegarageotr.com to reserve your segway.

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Public Tram Tour 10:00 August 2024


8/7/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on July 9, 2024 at noon.

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Public Tram Tour 2:00 August 2024


8/7/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on July 9, 2024 at noon.

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Student Volunteer Day August 2024


8/10/2024Join us for Student Volunteer Day at Spring Grove! Contribute to meaningful horticulture projects across our 450 pristine acres. This opportunity is open to high school and college-age students, as well as members of the public, including parents. Participants will earn service hours for their contribution. Registration is required. Each session is limited to 25 people. Student Volunteer Days are offered the second Saturday of each month, April-October / 9:00-12:00pm. The Horticulture Team will meet you at the Customer Service Center. Dress for the weather. Wear close-toed shoes and bring water. PROVIDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS IN ORDER TO RECEIVE AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION. PLEASE DOWNLOAD AND FILL OUT THE APPROPRIATE WAIVER BELOW.

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An Afternoon With the Beer Barons 2024


8/10/2024BEER! MUSIC! TOURS! FUN! The Spring Grove Heritage Foundation will host the 8th Annual 'An Afternoon with the Beer Barons' event from 4P to 7P. Participating brewers will provide samples of their most popular and unique beers. Live music will be provided by Cincy River Rats and food trucks will be on-site for purchase. Online ticket sales will open February 1, 2024. This is a 21 and over event. This event will be held outdoors in the scenic Rose Garden just inside the main entrance of the cemetery. The event is a salute to the rich history of beer in Cincinnati as many of the founding Beer Barons are buried here at Spring Grove. Our Heritage Foundation Docents have done extensive research on these famous families and will share their vast knowledge as our guests join the Docents on air-conditioned motorcoach tours of the cemetery throughout the event. Participating breweries will be announced at a later date. TICKETS GO ON SALE FEB 1st AT NOON. Regular admission is $30/person and Designated Driver tickets are $20.

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Summer Family Night August 13


8/13/2024Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum is hosting these special Tuesday evenings just for YOU and your families.  The cemetery will be open until 8P on Tuesdays June, July, and August.  Our 45 miles of paved roadways will be closed to motorized transportation 6:00-8:00pm. Pedestrians will only be permitted beyond the railroad arch. The Garage OTR will be on site with Segway rentals. Please visit www.thegarageotr.com to reserve your segway.

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Twilight Tour August 2024


8/15/2024Twilight Tours are walking tours offered once each month, April and June through September. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on July 17, 2024 at NOON.

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Public Tram Tour 1:00 August 18


8/18/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on July 20, 2024 at noon.

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Grief to Peace August 2024


8/20/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Summer Family Night August 20


8/20/2024Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum is hosting these special Tuesday evenings just for YOU and your families.  The cemetery will be open until 8P on Tuesdays June, July, and August.  Our 45 miles of paved roadways will be closed to motorized transportation 6:00-8:00pm. Pedestrians will only be permitted beyond the railroad arch. The Garage OTR will be on site with Segway rentals. Please visit www.thegarageotr.com to reserve your segway.

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Shakespeare In the Park 2024


8/22/2024The Cincinnati Shakespeare Company returns and will be performing 'Hamlet'. This free event will take place in Spring Grove's Rose Garden. Hamlet feigns madness, contemplates life and death, and seeks revenge.

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Public Tram Tour 1:00 August 2024


8/25/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on July 27, 2024 at noon.

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Public Tram Tour 3:00 August 2023


8/25/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on July 27, 2024 at noon.

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Men In Grief August 2024


8/27/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Virtual Grief to Peace August 2024


8/27/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Summer Family Night August 27


8/27/2024Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum is hosting these special Tuesday evenings just for YOU and your families.  The cemetery will be open until 8P on Tuesdays June, July, and August.  Our 45 miles of paved roadways will be closed to motorized transportation 6:00-8:00pm. Pedestrians will only be permitted beyond the railroad arch. The Garage OTR will be on site with Segway rentals. Please visit www.thegarageotr.com to reserve your segway.

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Summer Gate Hours End 2024


8/29/2024Spring Grove's summer gate hours end on Thursday, August 29, 2024.  Spring Grove's gates will close at 6:00pm daily.  

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Ten Unique Plants for Your Garden 2024


8/29/2024Spring Grove will share its top 10 plants that every homeowner needs in their landscape.  Spring Grove’s horticulture staff will lead you through the historic grounds and show you first hand examples of these fantastic plants.  This event will originate from the Historic Office, located just inside the main gates off Spring Grove Avenue.  Dress for the weather.  Wear comfortable shoes. Reservations are required.  Registration will open July 31st at NOON. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach.

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Weekend Walkabout September 2024


9/1/2024Weekend Walkabouts are walking tours offered once each month, May through October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on August 3, 2024 at noon.

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Public Tram Tour September 2024


9/4/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on August 6, 2024 at noon.

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Lantern Lighting Ceremony 2024


9/7/2024Because you are important to the Spring Grove Family, you are cordially invited to participate in the Annual Lantern Lighting Ceremony.  Held on the grounds of Historic Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum, this FREE event promises to be a unique evening of entertainment, beauty, and remembrance for the entire community.   5:00 - 7:30 pm / Gathering, Lantern preparation, Entertainment This is a FAMILY event.  Bring a picnic, blanket, lawn chairs, relax and enjoy the magnificent grounds of Historic Spring Grove as you are entertained by the PETE WAGNER ORCHESTRA.  (Please note the cemetery does not provide seating).  Prepare your personalized lantern by inscribing your own words of remembrance and hope on our specially designed lanterns.  Through them you send your unique message of love, peace, and hope into the world and to those we love and have lost.  The lanterns are then assembled with a candle and prepared for a launch onto Willow Water Lake.  Please stop by our Information Tent to share the name(s) of your loved one(s) with us.  All the names of those we are remembering will be read aloud before the launch of the lanterns.  Remember to have your photo taken with your lantern and those sharing the event with you, and be sure to pick up your complimentary copy of the photo.  7:30 - 8:00 pm  / Lantern lighting & launching at Willow Water Lake At dusk we will gather at the shoreline to share a simple but beautiful ceremony.  The candles are lit and the lanterns are set upon the water to carry their messages.  As the lake is slowly illuminated with glimmering candlelight, the individual candles join to transform the darkness of the setting sun.  A $5.00 tax-deductible donation to the Spring Grove Heritage Foundation is requested for the use of each lantern.  Entertainment and parking are free. Food will be available at a nominal charge. For the safety and security of all our visitors, please leave your pets at home.  Ample parking is available and shuttle service for persons with disabilities from designated parking to the lake complex is provided. For more information visit www.springgrove.org

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Edible Plants Walking Tour 2023


9/12/2024We will step back into the earlier days when horticulture was focused more with food production than our current day obsession with ornamental side of plants.  Learn and sample plants we now use in the landscape having edible fruit as we tour the grounds on a relaxing summer evening walking tour and gain an expanded appreciation for the woody plants in our landscape.  You will see plants that are obvious food sources and others that are quite surprising in their quality. This event will meet at the Historic Office, just inside the main entrance, to the right.  Registration is required and will open on August 14th at NOON. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach.

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Student Volunteer Day September 2024


9/14/2024Join us for Student Volunteer Day at Spring Grove! Contribute to meaningful horticulture projects across our 450 pristine acres. This opportunity is open to high school and college-age students, as well as members of the public, including parents. Participants will earn service hours for their contribution. Registration is required. Each session is limited to 25 people. Student Volunteer Days are offered the second Saturday of each month, April-October / 9:00-12:00pm. The Horticulture Team will meet you at the Customer Service Center. Dress for the weather. Wear close-toed shoes and bring water. PROVIDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS IN ORDER TO RECEIVE AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION. PLEASE DOWNLOAD AND FILL OUT THE APPROPRIATE WAIVER BELOW.

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Grief to Peace September 2024


9/17/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Twilight Tour September 2024


9/19/2024Twilight Tours are walking tours offered once each month, April and June through September. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on August 21, 2024 at NOON.

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Public Tram Tour 1:00 September 22


9/22/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on August 24, 2024 at noon.

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Men In Grief September 2024


9/24/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Virtual Grief to Peace September 2024


9/24/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Fall Container Class 2024


9/26/2024Join us for this Arboretum Event giving you the chance to create your own fall container under the guidance of Spring Grove's horticulture team. Spring Grove will provide all the containers, soil, and an assortment of fall plants. This event will meet in the Rose Garden, just inside the main entrance, to the left.  Registration is required and will open on August 28th at NOON. There will be a $30 fee for this event which will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach.

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1:00 Public Tram Tour September 2024


9/29/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on August 31, 2024 at noon.

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Public Tram Tour 3:00 September 2024


9/29/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on August 31, 2024 at noon.

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Public Tram Tour October 2024


10/2/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on September 3, 2024 at noon.

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Weekend Walkabout October 202


10/2/2024Weekend Walkabouts are walking tours offered once each month, May through October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on September 7, 2024 at noon.

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Walk To Remember 2024


10/6/2024We are proud to be the venue for this event held at Oak Hill Cemetery. For more information, please call 513-659-5460 or click on 'Link' below. Sponsored by the TriHealth Perinatal Program and the Greater Cincinnati Consortium for Perinatal Loss and Grief.

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Student Volunteer Day October 2024


10/12/2024Join us for Student Volunteer Day at Spring Grove! Contribute to meaningful horticulture projects across our 450 pristine acres. This opportunity is open to high school and college-age students, as well as members of the public, including parents. Participants will earn service hours for their contribution. Registration is required. Each session is limited to 25 people. Student Volunteer Days are offered the second Saturday of each month, April-October / 9:00-12:00pm. The Horticulture Team will meet you at the Customer Service Center. Dress for the weather. Wear close-toed shoes and bring water. PROVIDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS IN ORDER TO RECEIVE AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION. PLEASE DOWNLOAD AND FILL OUT THE APPROPRIATE WAIVER BELOW.

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'Cruise In' Car Show 2024


10/13/2024Spring Grove hosts one of the largest Car Shows in the area each October. Models 1995 and older are welcome. There is no entry fee but we ask that participants bring a non-perishable food item to benefit the CAIN (Churches Active In Northside). Concessions will be available to purchase. Mini tram tours will be available throughout the event. If you are attending as a spectator, there is no need to register. This registration is meant for show vehicles only and registration opens September 1st at NOON.

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Grief to Peace October 2024


10/15/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Fall Walking Tour 2024


10/20/2024Join the Spring Grove Horticulture Staff as they highlight the very best in Autumn Color in the arboretum on this walking tour.   Wear comfortable shoes.  The tour will begin just inside the main entrance off Spring Grove Avenue.   Reservations are required and space is limited.  Registration will open on September 21st at NOON. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach.

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Men In Grief October 2024


10/22/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Virtual Grief to Peace October 2024


10/22/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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October Concert 2024


10/24/2024We are pleased to offer, once again, a concert in October. Matt Tolentino and the New Liberty Dance Orchestra will play in the Norman Chapel. The NLDO is a 14 piece dance orchestra playing ragtime, hot jazz, and swing music from 1900 to 1935. www.newlibertydanceorchestra.com We will be collecting monetary donations for Matthew 25 Ministries. Registration for this concert will open on September 25th at Noon.

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Public Tram Tour 1:00 October 2024


10/27/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on September 28, 2024 at noon.

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Public Tram Tour 3:00 October 2024


10/27/2024Public Tram Tours are offered four times each month May through August and three times each in September and October. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration will open for this tour on September 28, 2024 at noon.

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Planting for the Future 2024


11/7/2024In this presentation, Spring Grove's Horticulture Staff will present some of the best trees and shrubs for the Tristate landscapes.  There will be a specific point of emphasis on the underused, forgotten, and generally unknown but available plants.  It has become more important than ever to plant a diverse landscape because of the ever-increasing pressure on the old "bread and butter" plants from disease and insect problems.  Come learn what else the nurseries have to offer your landscape!  This presentation will take place in the Historic Office located just inside the main entrance to the right. Your $5 donation will go to the Heritage Foundation to further efforts in education, preservation, and community outreach. Reservations are required.  Seating is limited.  Registration opens October 9th at NOON.

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Grief to Peace November 2024


11/19/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Men In Grief November 2024


11/26/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Virtual Grief to Peace November 2024


11/26/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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Norman Chapel Holiday Concert 2024


12/1/2024The Norman Chapel will be filled with the sounds of beloved holiday classics we all know and enjoy this time of year.  Music is provided by the Fillmore Philharmonic Brass Band, Cincinnati’s best brass and percussion players.  We will be accepting donations of winter items (gloves, hats, scarves, blankets, etc.) for Matthew 25 Ministries. Reservations are required and space is limited. Registration will open on November 2nd at noon..

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Holiday Remembrance Service 2024


12/5/2024Please join us for an evening of remembrance as we honor and remember loved ones no longer with us this holiday season. Hear a message of hope and encouragement, listen to live musical performances, and share in a tree lighting ceremony. At the conclusion of the event, we will have light refreshments and fellowship.

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Perinatal Candlelight Vigil 2024


12/6/2024We are honored to be the venue for this event. For more information, please visit the organizations Facebook page, Greater Cincinnati Consortium for Perinatal Loss and Grief.

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Grief to Peace December 2024


12/17/2024The Spring Grove Family Grief to Peace gatherings are held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - Spring Grove the 3rd Tuesday of each month and Men in Grief gatherings will be held at Spring Grove Funeral Homes - TriCounty the 4th Tuesday of each month. Grief to Peace is facilitated by Companions on A Journey. Join us to learn more about Grief and the steps to take toward Peace. Please click the Register button for more details.

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