Lake View in Bloom

Trolley Tour

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Board the trolley to explore Lake View’s lush grounds and hear a guide share the cemetery’s rich history.

Schubert Cello Quintet & Kodaly Duo

Classically Lake View

Friday, April 24, 2026

Schubert’s ultimate chamber music. Featuring Joel Link with Orchestra colleagues and cellist Katerina Davies.

Music and Meditation

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Guided mindfulness meditation and sound bath. All levels welcome.

Lake View in Bloom Walk

Tuesday, May 05, 2026

Take a stroll with our horticulturists to observe the seasonal wonders of Lake View Cemetery.

Cleveland & the Civil War

Landscapes, Landmarks and Legacies

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Discover the stories of Clevelanders who answered the call in one of America’s defining eras.

Memorial Day Flag Placement

All are welcome; individuals, scouts, families, groups, and corporations encouraged!

Memorial Day Observance

Monday, May 25, 2026

Join us at the James A. Garfield Memorial to honor those who sacrificed for our country.

Cleveland & the Civil War

Landscapes, Landmarks and Legacies

Sunday, May 31, 2026

Discover the stories of Clevelanders who answered the call in one of America’s defining eras.

Music and Meditation

Saturday, June 06, 2026

Guided mindfulness meditation and sound bath. All levels welcome.

Cleveland’s Industrial Leaders

Landscapes, Landmarks and Legacies

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Hear the stories of the industry leaders who propelled Cleveland to become the nation’s fifth-largest city.

Summer Trolley Tour

Sunday, June 14, 2026

Take a trolley tour through our Level II Accredited Arboretum and discover its history with an experienced guide.

Cary&TheDissidents

Summer Band Concert

Sunday, June 14, 2026

Eclectic soul

Cleveland History Days

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Lake View Cemetery is pleased to join more than 40 community organizations for 10 days of programs and events celebrating...

Network to Freedom Walking Tour

Friday, June 19, 2026

Celebrate Juneteenth by uncovering Underground Railroad heroes who helped freedom seekers and fought slavery.

Summer Solstice Meditation

Saturday, June 20, 2026

Led by Emily Atlantis Wolf, explore global solstice traditions and join a Native American ceremony.

Revolutionary War Veterans

Landscapes, Landmarks and Legacies

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Honor America 250 by discovering the Revolutionary War veterans laid to rest at Lake View.

Summer Flowers Walk

Seasonal Horticulture Walks

Friday, June 26, 2026

Walk with the cemetery’s Horticulture team through Lake View’s certified arboretum and enjoy its seasonal colors.

Fireflies Beyond Your Backyard

Friday, June 26, 2026

Join Cleveland Metroparks Naturalist Carly Martin to spot and identify 20+ firefly species in our backyard.

Summer Trolley Tour

Sunday, June 28, 2026

Take a trolley tour through our Level II Accredited Arboretum and discover its history with an experienced guide.

The Evil Ways Band

Summer Band Concert

Sunday, June 28, 2026

A tribute to Santana

Garfield and Friends

Landscapes, Landmarks and Legacies

Thursday, July 02, 2026

President James A. Garfield and Lucretia rest at Lake View’s grandest monument—explore the lives of their family and friends who...

Summer Trolley Tour

Sunday, July 12, 2026

Take a trolley tour through our Level II Accredited Arboretum and discover its history with an experienced guide.

Horns and Things

Summer Band Concert

Sunday, July 12, 2026

A jazz group from Cleveland.

Cleveland’s Industrial Leaders

Landscapes, Landmarks and Legacies

Monday, July 20, 2026

Hear the stories of the industry leaders who propelled Cleveland to become the nation’s fifth-largest city.

Cleveland & the Civil War

Landscapes, Landmarks and Legacies

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Discover the stories of Clevelanders who answered the call in one of America’s defining eras.

Summer Trolley Tour

Sunday, August 09, 2026

Take a trolley tour through our Level II Accredited Arboretum and discover its history with an experienced guide.

Summer Band Concert

Sunday, August 09, 2026

Put on your dancing shoes and bring your friends for these free outdoor concerts. Lake View Cemetery Foundation’s Summer Band...

Summer Trolley Tour

Sunday, August 23, 2026

Take a trolley tour through our Level II Accredited Arboretum and discover its history with an experienced guide.

The New Soft Shoe

Summer Band Concert

Sunday, August 23, 2026

Covers the catalog of Cosmic American Music's Gram Parsons.

Bat Night

Friday, August 28, 2026

Naturalists will then lead a hike to spot bats as they fill the night sky.

Cleveland & the Civil War

Landscapes, Landmarks and Legacies

Saturday, August 29, 2026

Discover the stories of Clevelanders who answered the call in one of America’s defining eras.

Cleveland’s Industrial Leaders

Landscapes, Landmarks and Legacies

Friday, September 11, 2026

Hear the stories of the industry leaders who propelled Cleveland to become the nation’s fifth-largest city.

Happy 250th Birthday, USA 

Classically Lake View

Monday, September 14, 2026

Dvorak's American Quartet with Spirituals and American works, performed by members of the Cleveland Orchestra.

Revolutionary War Veterans

Landscapes, Landmarks and Legacies

Thursday, September 17, 2026

Honor America 250 by discovering the Revolutionary War veterans laid to rest at Lake View.

Garfield and Friends

Landscapes, Landmarks and Legacies

Saturday, September 19, 2026

President James A. Garfield and Lucretia rest at Lake View’s grandest monument—explore the lives of their family and friends who...

2026 Run Through History

15th Annual Run

Sunday, September 20, 2026

Walk or run with a team in memory of a loved one.

Music and Meditation

Saturday, September 26, 2026

Guided mindfulness meditation and sound bath. All levels welcome.

Poor Unfortunate Souls

Twilight Tour

Wednesday, October 07, 2026

A captivating look at some of Cleveland’s most historic disasters, tragedies and murders.

Poor Unfortunate Souls

Twilight Tour

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

A captivating look at some of Cleveland’s most historic disasters, tragedies and murders.

Network to Freedom Walking Tour

Friday, October 16, 2026

Uncover Underground Railroad heroes who helped freedom seekers and fought slavery.

Falls Colors

Seasonal Horticulture Walks

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Seasonal Arboretum Walk with Our Horticulture Team

Poor Unfortunate Souls

Twilight Tour

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

A captivating look at some of Cleveland’s most historic disasters, tragedies and murders.

Poor Unfortunate Souls

Twilight Tour

Friday, October 23, 2026

A captivating look at some of Cleveland’s most historic disasters, tragedies and murders.

Fall Colors

Trolley Tour

Sunday, October 25, 2026

Board the trolley to explore Lake View’s lush grounds and hear a guide share the cemetery’s rich history.

Poor Unfortunate Souls

Twilight Tour

Thursday, October 29, 2026

A captivating look at some of Cleveland’s most historic disasters, tragedies and murders.

Revolutionary War Veterans

Landscapes, Landmarks and Legacies

Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Honor America 250 by discovering the Revolutionary War veterans laid to rest at Lake View.

Wreath Laying for President James A. Garfield

Thursday, November 19, 2026

Commemorate President James A. Garfield’s birthday with this unique ceremony. Special presentations and speeches from active members of the military,...

Owl Prowl

Twilight Tour

Friday, November 20, 2026

Naturalists from Cleveland Metroparks will share stories of the owls that inhabit Northeast Ohio.

Holiday Program at Wade Memorial Chapel

Saturday, December 12, 2026

Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a musical performance by the Cleveland Chamber Choir.

Musical Light for the Longest Night

Classically Lake View

Monday, December 14, 2026

A restorative winter solstice concert featuring Jonathan Moyer with musicians from The Cleveland Orchestra.