Jacksonville Arboretum Announces New Holiday Light Show – Glowing Gardens
- 9/16/2024
- Grace Stallone
Tickets are now on sale for Glowing Gardens, a newly designed holiday light show from the Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens (JABG), running from November 29 to December 29. Formerly known as Dazzling Nights, this holiday spectacular has been thoughtfully transformed to offer an even more enchanting experience. Designed by Tres Fromme from 3. Fromme Design and Emily Saccenti from Elemental Exhibitions, Glowing Gardens draws inspiration from the Arboretum's natural beauty. Visitors can expect an entirely new light show custom-designed for JABG’s unique landscape, featuring hummingbird sculptures, shimmering bromeliad stars, a mesmerizing ground display resembling a stream, and more.
Beyond the light displays, Glowing Gardens promises a variety of immersive experiences for the whole family. Enjoy delicious food, beverages, and alcoholic drinks from Mojo BBQ and Cup of Job, meet and greet festive characters on select nights, capture unforgettable photos, and indulge in popcorn and other treats.
One of the most noteworthy aspects of this year’s event is JABG’s dedication to making Glowing Gardens a more accessible and family-friendly experience. For the first time, JABG has implemented a new ticketing system that eliminates hidden fees for all JABG events, resulting in significantly reduced ticket prices. Additionally, this is the first year that all proceeds from the light show will benefit the Arboretum, meaning that 100% of ticket sales and sponsorships will directly support JABG’s mission of cultivating understanding and wonder by engaging the community through the natural beauty of Northeast Florida.
“We are excited to continue this beloved community tradition in a whole new way,” said Dana Doody, Executive Director of the Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. “This year’s light show is a celebration of the Arboretum’s natural beauty, and we can’t wait to share it with everyone!”
Ticket prices range from $19 to $25. Special pricing available for JABG members. Peak nights tend to sell out fast, so JABG encourages guests to plan ahead.
For more information about Glowing Gardens, please visit our Glowing Gardens page or email events@jacksonvillearboretum.org. For sponsorship opportunities, reach out to Director of Philanthropy Michelle Beers at michelleb@jacksonvillearboretum.org.