Arbor Day Celebration
April 25 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join us for the City of Willoughby’s inaugural Arbor Day event, Rooted in Willoughby, to celebrate trees, tradition, and the deep roots that connect us.
Saturday, April 25th
11 am – 1 pm
West Point Park – Downtown Willoughby
Event Highlights
Arbor Day Proclamation
Mayor Fiala will read and sign the official Arbor Day proclamation, reaffirming the City’s dedication to a greener future.
Paint Your Own Peat Pot
Customize your own peat pot to take home.
Free Seedlings
The first 25 attendees will receive a free seedling!
Coloring Contest Awards (Download Color Sheet Here)
Young artists will be recognized for their creativity and love of trees.
Photo Contest Awards (Contest Details)
Community members will be honored for capturing the beauty of trees throughout Willoughby.
Tree Dedication Ceremony (Essay Details)
A Willoughby resident will share why they chose to dedicate a tree in honor of someone meaningful to them — celebrating the lasting impact individuals have on our community, much like the trees that stand strong for generations.
Story Time at Noon
An Arbor Day–themed story time is scheduled for 12:00 p.m., offering families and children an engaging way to celebrate the importance of trees through reading and imagination.
We invite residents of all ages to join us as we celebrate 43 years of Tree City pride and continue building a greener future together.