Events Calendar
Lakewood has served as a community gathering place for more than 150 years. We continue this proud tradition by inviting the public to enjoy our beautiful grounds and architectural treasures, and to explore meaningful ways to grieve and remember. All are welcome to attend any of our events. You do not need to be affiliated with Lakewood in any way.
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Events Calendar
Music in the Chapel: Peter Pisano
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Peter Pisano for an hour-long performance of expressive music inside the Memorial Chapel.
November Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this new event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (11/21)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
Music in the Chapel: Lux String Quartet
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Lux String Quartet for an hour-long performance of expressive music inside the Memorial Chapel.
December Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this new event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (12/19)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
Winter Solstice Tea Ceremony and Grief Circle
Explore the meditative and peaceful properties of the historic tradition of tea rituals. This powerful experience will allow time for reflection and contemplation on grief and loss.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (1/16)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
January Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Life Histories: Lichen of Lakewood Interactive Workshop
Learn, draw, and explore lichen with artist Alyssa Rose Gregory and lichenologist Tanner Barnharst during this unique art and nature experience.
February Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this new event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (2/20)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
March Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (3/20)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
Life Histories: Lichen of Lakewood Interactive Workshop
Learn, draw, and explore lichen with artist Alyssa Rose Gregory and lichenologist Tanner Barnharst during this unique art and nature experience.
Honoring Mothers: Mini-Floral Memorials
Create a one-of-a-kind mini floral bouquet in honor of the mom's who are loved and missed.
Memorial Day 2027
Join Lakewood on Memorial Day for a special ceremony and celebration honoring those who are loved and missed.
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