Tickets
Please note: Arbor Evenings has concluded for the 2026 season.
Cost
Adult (18 and older): $15
Child (4 through 17): $5
Infant (3 and younger): Free
Member Cost
Adult (18 and older): $10
Child (4 through 17): Free
Infant (3 and younger): Free
Select one of three Arbor Evenings time slots while making your purchase: 5:15 p.m., 5:30 p.m., or 5:45 p.m. Admission to the Arboretum for Arbor Evenings begins 15 minutes prior to the time on your event ticket.
Please include children who are admitted free in the number of people in your group, as capacity for Arbor Evenings performances is limited.
2026 Performance Schedule
Please note: Arbor Evenings has concluded for the 2026 season.
Arbor Evenings take place on Wednesdays from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Past Performances
Trabuco Salsa Band (Salsa)
The PriSSillas (All-female classic rock, country, 80s, and 90s)
Whiskey Road (Country rock)
The Throwbacks (Pop-punk classic oldies)
The Flat Cats (Chicago swing, jazz, and blues)
Valius (Rock, pop, grunge, rap, and country)
Semple (80s and 90s)
Johnny Russler and the Beach Bum Band (Jimmy Buffett)
Queensville (All-female soul, R&B, funk)
Hollyy (Retro rock, indie, soul)
ARRA (Classic rock)
R-Gang (R&B and Motown)
Food and Drinks
Food and beverages will be available to purchase from food trucks, a concessions stand, and a frozen yogurt stand near the performance location.
Frozen Yogurt
Choose from three topping options for vanilla frozen yogurt served in a souvenir Vivid Creatures cup.
Charcuterie Boxes and Snack Boxes
Add a charcuterie box or vegetarian snack box to your ticket purchase for an additional $28. Each box serves 1–2 people.
The deadline to order charcuterie boxes has passed. Boxes will not be sold on the night of the event. To reserve yours, select the charcuterie box or vegetarian snack box option when purchasing Arbor Evenings tickets online.
Orders may be picked up at the Ginkgo Café in the Visitor Center until 6:00 p.m. on the day of the performance and throughout the following day. If a performance date is canceled due to inclement weather, purchased charcuterie and snack boxes will be available to pick up at the Ginkgo Café until 6:00 p.m. on the originally scheduled performance date or during regular café hours the following day. Charcuterie and snack boxes are non-refundable.
Charcuterie Box
Salami, capicola, prosciutto
Artisan bread, assorted cheeses, artichoke salad, olives, seedless grapes, cold-pressed small-batch mustard
Vegetarian Snack Box
Naan, pita bread
Garlic hummus, spinach and artichoke spread, assorted cheeses, olives, seedless grapes, crudités
What to Bring
Seating is on grass. Bring a blanket or chair. No chairs will be provided.
Sealed, unopened, nonalcoholic beverages are permitted, as well as reusable bottles that are empty upon arrival.
Outside food is permitted. Food and beverages will also be available to purchase.
Attendees may bring low portable tables and wagons.
We suggest using a wagon or cooler on wheels to bring your chairs, food, and other materials.
What Not to Bring
Alcoholic beverages may not be brought into the Arboretum. All outside alcohol will be confiscated. Cocktails, wine, beer, water, and other beverages will be available to purchase at the event.
Unsealed beverages of any kind may not be brought to the event.
Pets and emotional support animals are not allowed at the Arboretum or at Arbor Evenings performances. Trained service animals are always welcome at the Arboretum.
Large umbrellas that block the view of others are not permitted; small rain umbrellas are permitted.
Open-flame candles are not permitted.
No illegal drugs, smoking, electronic cigarettes, cannabis products, tobacco products, or outside alcohol is allowed at The Morton Arboretum. Large tables (four feet or longer) are not permitted.
Accessibility
The performance stage is located on the patio of the the Firefly Pavilion, an open-air event space on the Arboretum’s East Side. Limited accessible seating is available on the patio near the stage.
The nearest parking lot is parking lot P-1, which has accessible parking spaces. Nearby parking and paved paths are accessible for wheelchairs and walkers, and accessible restrooms are available within the Pavilion.
Accessible restrooms in the Children’s Garden and in the Visitor Center’s West Pavilion are open until sunset.
Visit Accessibility at The Morton Arboretum for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
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You may enter the grounds 15 minutes prior to the time on your ticket. Music will begin at 6:00 p.m.
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Our security personnel will be checking bags to ensure that alcohol is not brought into the event. Bag check will take place in the Grand Garden.
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Yes, you may bring in outside food and sealed nonalcoholic beverages. Food, wine, beer, spirits, and nonalcoholic beverages are sold inside the event. Security personnel will be checking bags to ensure that alcohol is not brought into the event.
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No, any chairs and blankets on the lawn prior to 5:00 p.m. will be removed and placed in the Lost and Found area. You may collect any lost items at this location throughout the event. The Morton Arboretum is not responsible for any items lost or left unattended during or prior to this event.
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Accessible restrooms are located inside the Firefly Pavilion.
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We do not offer chair rentals for this event. All seating is general admission on the lawn and attendees must bring their own blankets or chairs.
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In the event of inclement weather, the performance in Wednesday, September 2, will move inside the Firefly Pavilion.
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No, the Visitor Center (Ginkgo Café, Visitor Information Desk, The Arboretum Store, and Membership Sales Desk) will close at 6:00 p.m.
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We are not able to offer group catering and sales for Arbor Evenings this year.
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The East Side roads are closed beginning at 5:00 p.m. each Wednesday due to Arbor Evenings. The entire West Side is available for driving until sundown.
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Yes, any items found will be held near the entrance of Arbor Evenings. If items are not collected during or immediately following the event, they will be brought to the Visitor Information Desk in the Visitor Center. Please call 630-968-0074, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily to inquire about lost items.
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For specific questions about concerts, please contact specialevents@mortonarb.org or call the ticket line at 630-725-2066, daily between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
