1 (815) 965-8146
Join us on Friday, April 24th, 2026 for our Arbor Day Celebration and take part in one of our great activities on this free admission day!
Drive Thru Tree Giveaway: 9AM – 12PM
Follow Signs in Parking Lot
Stop by to pick up a free tree sapling, courtesy of the Living Lands & Waters Coalition! Free bare-root trees approximately 12″ in length are distributed on a first come, first serve basis, and are limited to one per household.
Guided Arboretum Tour: 1PM & 2PM
Meet at Visitor Center
Join our docent for a guided walking tour through the arboretum on this special day!
Tree Planting Volunteer Opportunity: 5-7PM
Click here to sign up to help plant trees!
Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
2715 S. Main St.
Rockford, IL 61102
1 (815) 965-8146
Explore More Events
Plant Sale Fundraiser 2026
Online Shopping
April 3rd – May 3rd, 2026
In-Person Shopping:
May 8th – May 10th, 2026
Order online and pick up your online order May 8th – 10th in Klehm’s Garden Pavilion Tent and shop remaining selections in-person!
A River Runs Through It Tranquility Walk
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Join us for this twilight Tranquility Walk, the last walk of the 2025 – 2026 season,
as we focus on and celebrate the earth’s “blood flow” – the rivers and streams
that bring life.
Mother’s Day Garden Celebration
Sunday, May 10th, 2026
12PM – 3PM
Want to get something extra special for Mom for your visit to Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden on Mother’s Day? Check out our limited Mother’s Package!
Garden Fair Weekend 2026
Saturday, June 6th & Sunday, June 7th, 2026
Experience a wide variety of plants, flowers, garden décor, art, educational information booths and more! Listen to live music performances in our Fountain Garden while enjoying a meal from local food truck vendors.
Woodsong Summer Concert – The Neverly Brothers
Sunday, July 12th, 2026
The Neverly Brothers concerts take you on a musical guided VIRTUAL TOUR of the birth, near death and resurrection of rock n’ roll rock n roll – from 1955 to 1965.
Woodsong Summer Concert – The Sensations
Sunday, July 26th, 2026
The Sensations have a love of Rock music that is both intense and diverse, delivering a performance that is loaded with passion and energy.
Woodsong Summer Concert – The Petty Kings
Sunday, August 9th, 2026
The Petty Kings are one of the best Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers tributes around. Formed in 2016 and based in Chicago, IL, the Petty Kings deliver an authentic recreation of a live TPATH concert.
Woodsong Summer Concert – RESPECT! A Tribute to the Queen of Soul
Sunday, August 23rd, 2026
Respect! pays homage to the music of the late great, Aretha Franklin. The show features such Aretha classics as Think, Chain of Fools, Never Loved a Man, Dr. Feelgood, and many more! Don’t miss your chance to see this Vegas style tribute act perform!
Woodsong Summer Concert – Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute
Sunday, September 6th, 2026
Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute is the ultimate tribute to the music of ABBA!
Rooted in Rockford: Art and Tree Science at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
June 7, 2025 – May 31, 2026
Get ready for an all-new seasonal outdoor exhibit blending tree science and artwork by Illinois-based artists at Klehm!
Klehm is a 501c3 not-for-profit organization.
Klehm Arboretum
& Botanic Garden
2715 S. Main St.
Rockford, IL 61102
Operated in partnership with the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County
Open Daily:
9:00 am – 4:00 pm*
*Last entry at 3:30 pm
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day
We are pet-friendly and leashed dogs are welcome!
Bicycles may be parked in front of the Visitors Center at dedicated racks.
No scooters, skateboards, bicycles or in-line skates on paved paths or sidewalks, please.
Admission:
Adults: $12
Seniors (62+): $10
Students (18+ with ID): $10
Children 4 -18: $10
Children 3 and under: free
Museums For All: $4
We are a proud participant in the Museums for All program, and welcome guests to present their state-issued SNAP EBT card and a valid photo ID for reduced rate admission ($4/person) for themselves and up to 3 additional guests.
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