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Garden Tours & Plant Sales Calendar

This resource is compiled by the Miller Library. Public, charitable sales and tours are added regularly. To have your event added please e-mail hortlib@uw.edu.

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Garden Tours & Plant Sales in November–December 2024

  • November 2, 2024 (1 event)


    November 2, 2024

    $15, free/children. Reserve on website. As the gardens settle into the final stages of autumn, this guided tour will showcase the lingering colors & textures that define the beauty of fall. Explore the vibrant hues of late-season foliage, discover how different plants prepare for winter & enjoy the serene atmosphere that autumn brings. More information: www.vistagardens.org/event/beauty-of-fall,  www.facebook.com/albers.vista.gardens/, info@vistagardens.org or 844-777-3660.

    Albers Vista Gardens
    124 E 31st St
    Bremerton, WA 98310

  • November 3, 2024 (1 event)


    November 3, 2024

    Free with zoo admission or membership. Join our Zoo Horticulturist on an in-depth tour of the plants in the Zoo collection. Touch & smell the Sensory Garden as we explore nature's shapes, patterns, scents & textures. More information: www.pdza.org/event/garden-tour-sensory-garden/, comments@pdza.org or 253-591-5337. Held at the Point Defiance Zoo. Meet at the Pacific Rim Plaza, just inside the front gate.

    Point Defiance Park (Zoo)
    5400 N Pearl St
    Tacoma , WA

  • November 7, 2024 (1 event)


    November 7, 2024

    Our free educational tour includes a casual walk through various areas of the Washington Park Arboretum, featuring seasonal viewing of collections plants, explorations of botany & the history of the organization. More information: botanicgardens.uw.edu/washington-park-arboretum/activities/free-public-tours/, cmn23@uw.edu or 206-685-8033. Meet at the Graham Visitors Center.

    Washington Park Arboretum
    2300 Arboretum Dr E
    Seattle, WA 98112

  • November 9, 2024 (2 events)


    November 9, 2024

    $15, free/children. Reserve on website. As the season shifts from autumn to winter, this guided tour will explore the subtle beauty & resilience of our gardens during this time of change. Discover how different plants prepare for the colder months & learn about the strategies our gardens employ to thrive through the winter season. More information: www.vistagardens.org/event/transition-to-winter,  www.facebook.com/albers.vista.gardens/, info@vistagardens.org or 844-777-3660.

    Albers Vista Gardens
    124 E 31st St
    Bremerton, WA 98310


    November 9, 2024

    $5 suggested donation. Registration is required - register online. This is a donation-based program & participants can donate what they can. Explore the plants of the Conservatory & the trees of Wright Park learning about the amazing ways plants & trees grow, survive & communicate. The program begins at the W.W. Seymour Conservatory & then will venture out to Wright Park. Wear comfortable shoes & clothes for the weather. More  information:   www.metroparkstacoma.org/event/wonderful-world-of-trees-and-plants-walk-4/, tyras@tacomaparks.com or 253-404-3975. Held at the W. W. Seymour Conservatory.

    316 South G St. Tacoma, WA 98405

  • November 16, 2024 (1 event)


    November 16, 2024

    Free, no pre-registration required.  This is a historic walking tour of trees on the University of Washington Campus. As a home to over 570 unique species & varieties, the UW is an excellent place to learn more about the ecology, identification & care of our trees & forests. This tour will focus on some of the specimens on the northern portion of campus. Please dress for the weather & feel free to bring along friends & tree questions. More information: botanicgardens.uw.edu/washington-park-arboretum/activities/free-public-tours/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D178454801 or  tdhoss@uw.edu. Meet at the front of the Husky Union Building near the Husky Statue. 3762 Montlake Blvd NE #3750, Seattle, WA 98105

  • November 23, 2024 (1 event)


    November 23, 2024

    There is no charge; however, donations are readily accepted. Reserve online. Spots are limited to 40 participants. Sign up early. Learn about the Garden's history, plants & development. More information: www.kubotagarden.org, volunteers@kubotagarden.org or 206-717-8718. Meet at the kiosk adjacent to the parking lot.

    Kubota Garden
    9817 55th Ave S
    Seattle, WA 98118

  • November 29, 2024 (1 event)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC

  • November 30, 2024 (2 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    November 30, 2024 December 1, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005

  • December 1, 2024 (3 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    November 30, 2024 December 1, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 1, 2024

    Free with zoo admission or membership. Join our Zoo Horticulturist on an in-depth Bamboo Paradise tour of the plants at the Zoo. The Asian Forest Sanctuary is home to many varieties of bamboo, elegant & tasty for animals. Discover how you can create this paradise at home. More information: www.pdza.org/event/garden-tours-bamboo-paradise/, comments@pdza.org or 253-591-5337. Held at the Point Defiance Zoo. Meet at the Pacific Rim Plaza, just inside the front gate.

    Point Defiance Park (Zoo)
    5400 N Pearl St
    Tacoma , WA

  • December 2, 2024 (2 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 2, 2024 December 5, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $5/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets: www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-6844.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005

  • December 3, 2024 (2 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 2, 2024 December 5, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $5/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets: www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-6844.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005

  • December 4, 2024 (2 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 2, 2024 December 5, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $5/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets: www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-6844.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005

  • December 5, 2024 (3 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 2, 2024 December 5, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $5/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets: www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-6844.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 5, 2024 December 8, 2024

    Entry by suggested donation: $8/adult, $4/child or $20/household. Last entry 8pm. Stroll through thousands of lights & festive window displays, food & beverages & more. More information: milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events or 250-752-6153. Held at Milner Gardens & Woodland.

    2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, BC

  • December 6, 2024 (3 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 5, 2024 December 8, 2024

    Entry by suggested donation: $8/adult, $4/child or $20/household. Last entry 8pm. Stroll through thousands of lights & festive window displays, food & beverages & more. More information: milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events or 250-752-6153. Held at Milner Gardens & Woodland.

    2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, BC


    December 6, 2024 December 8, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005

  • December 7, 2024 (3 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 5, 2024 December 8, 2024

    Entry by suggested donation: $8/adult, $4/child or $20/household. Last entry 8pm. Stroll through thousands of lights & festive window displays, food & beverages & more. More information: milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events or 250-752-6153. Held at Milner Gardens & Woodland.

    2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, BC


    December 6, 2024 December 8, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005

  • December 8, 2024 (4 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 5, 2024 December 8, 2024

    Entry by suggested donation: $8/adult, $4/child or $20/household. Last entry 8pm. Stroll through thousands of lights & festive window displays, food & beverages & more. More information: milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events or 250-752-6153. Held at Milner Gardens & Woodland.

    2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, BC


    December 6, 2024 December 8, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 8, 2024

    Free. No pre-registration required. This UW Campus Tree Tour is an excellent way to get to know more about some of the evergreen trees that have given Washington its nickname. Get to know some of the species that compose the distinctive forests of the Pacific Northwest. We will also be discussing some of the fossil history of the state's forests & looking at how a changing climate is shifting the composition of our forests. Dress for the weather & feel free to bring along friends & tree questions. More information: botanicgardens.uw.edu/about/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D178454864 or tdhoss@uw.edu. Meet at the front entrance of the Burke Museum, 4303 Memorial Way NE, Seattle, WA 98195.

  • December 9, 2024 (2 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 9, 2024 December 12, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $5/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets: www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-6844.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005

  • December 10, 2024 (2 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 9, 2024 December 12, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $5/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets: www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-6844.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005

  • December 11, 2024 (2 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 9, 2024 December 12, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $5/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets: www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-6844.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005

  • December 12, 2024 (3 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 9, 2024 December 12, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $5/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets: www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-6844.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 12, 2024 December 15, 2024

    Entry by suggested donation: $8/adult, $4/child or $20/household. Last entry 8pm. Stroll through thousands of lights & festive window displays, food & beverages & more. More information: milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events or 250-752-6153. Held at Milner Gardens & Woodland.

    2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, BC

  • December 13, 2024 (4 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 12, 2024 December 15, 2024

    Entry by suggested donation: $8/adult, $4/child or $20/household. Last entry 8pm. Stroll through thousands of lights & festive window displays, food & beverages & more. More information: milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events or 250-752-6153. Held at Milner Gardens & Woodland.

    2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, BC


    December 13, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

  • December 14, 2024 (5 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 12, 2024 December 15, 2024

    Entry by suggested donation: $8/adult, $4/child or $20/household. Last entry 8pm. Stroll through thousands of lights & festive window displays, food & beverages & more. More information: milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events or 250-752-6153. Held at Milner Gardens & Woodland.

    2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, BC


    December 13, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499


    December 14, 2024

    Free admission - $12/adults suggested donation. No reservations or advance tickets needed. Take an evening stroll to take in beautiful bonsai twinkling in a vast array of lights, & then stay to enjoy treats & community, shop for gifts, & sip hot chocolate. Bring your own flashlights. More information: pacificbonsaimuseum.org/events/a-bonsai-solstice-2024-2/?occurrence=2024-12-14/info@pacificbonsaimuseum.org or 253-353-7345.

    Pacific Bonsai Museum
    2515 S 336th St
    Federal Way, WA 98003

  • December 15, 2024 (4 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 12, 2024 December 15, 2024

    Entry by suggested donation: $8/adult, $4/child or $20/household. Last entry 8pm. Stroll through thousands of lights & festive window displays, food & beverages & more. More information: milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events or 250-752-6153. Held at Milner Gardens & Woodland.

    2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, BC


    December 13, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

  • December 16, 2024 (3 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 13, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

  • December 17, 2024 (3 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 13, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

  • December 18, 2024 (3 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 13, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

  • December 19, 2024 (4 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 13, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499


    December 19, 2024 December 22, 2024

    Entry by suggested donation: $8/adult, $4/child or $20/household. Last entry 8pm. Stroll through thousands of lights & festive window displays, food & beverages & more. More information: milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events or 250-752-6153. Held at Milner Gardens & Woodland.

    2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, BC

  • December 20, 2024 (6 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 13, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499


    December 19, 2024 December 22, 2024

    Entry by suggested donation: $8/adult, $4/child or $20/household. Last entry 8pm. Stroll through thousands of lights & festive window displays, food & beverages & more. More information: milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events or 250-752-6153. Held at Milner Gardens & Woodland.

    2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, BC


    December 20, 2024 December 21, 2024

    Advance registration is required. Tickets: $30/person (includes 2 drinks), 21+ only. Two sessions per night. Whatever holiday traditions you follow, join us as we celebrate the Winter Solstice. Take a luminary forest walk, craft & take home your own holiday swag, & enjoy live holiday music & a festive alcoholic beverages (each ticket includes 2 free drinks, ID required). More information: botanicgardens.uw.edu/washington-park-arboretum/activities/arboretum-winter-solstice-walk/tramtour@uw.edu or 206-685-8033. Meet at the Graham Visitors Center.

    Washington Park Arboretum
    2300 Arboretum Dr E
    Seattle, WA 98112


    December 20, 2024 December 21, 2024

    Advance registration is required. Tickets: $30/person (includes 2 drinks), 21+ only. Two sessions per night. Whatever holiday traditions you follow, join us as we celebrate the Winter Solstice. Take a luminary forest walk, craft & take home your own holiday swag, & enjoy live holiday music & a festive alcoholic beverages (each ticket includes 2 free drinks, ID required). More information: botanicgardens.uw.edu/washington-park-arboretum/activities/arboretum-winter-solstice-walk/tramtour@uw.edu or 206-685-8033. Meet at the Graham Visitors Center.

    Washington Park Arboretum
    2300 Arboretum Dr E
    Seattle, WA 98112

  • December 21, 2024 (6 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 13, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499


    December 19, 2024 December 22, 2024

    Entry by suggested donation: $8/adult, $4/child or $20/household. Last entry 8pm. Stroll through thousands of lights & festive window displays, food & beverages & more. More information: milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events or 250-752-6153. Held at Milner Gardens & Woodland.

    2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, BC


    December 20, 2024 December 21, 2024

    Advance registration is required. Tickets: $30/person (includes 2 drinks), 21+ only. Two sessions per night. Whatever holiday traditions you follow, join us as we celebrate the Winter Solstice. Take a luminary forest walk, craft & take home your own holiday swag, & enjoy live holiday music & a festive alcoholic beverages (each ticket includes 2 free drinks, ID required). More information: botanicgardens.uw.edu/washington-park-arboretum/activities/arboretum-winter-solstice-walk/tramtour@uw.edu or 206-685-8033. Meet at the Graham Visitors Center.

    Washington Park Arboretum
    2300 Arboretum Dr E
    Seattle, WA 98112


    December 20, 2024 December 21, 2024

    Advance registration is required. Tickets: $30/person (includes 2 drinks), 21+ only. Two sessions per night. Whatever holiday traditions you follow, join us as we celebrate the Winter Solstice. Take a luminary forest walk, craft & take home your own holiday swag, & enjoy live holiday music & a festive alcoholic beverages (each ticket includes 2 free drinks, ID required). More information: botanicgardens.uw.edu/washington-park-arboretum/activities/arboretum-winter-solstice-walk/tramtour@uw.edu or 206-685-8033. Meet at the Graham Visitors Center.

    Washington Park Arboretum
    2300 Arboretum Dr E
    Seattle, WA 98112

  • December 22, 2024 (4 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 13, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499


    December 19, 2024 December 22, 2024

    Entry by suggested donation: $8/adult, $4/child or $20/household. Last entry 8pm. Stroll through thousands of lights & festive window displays, food & beverages & more. More information: milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events or 250-752-6153. Held at Milner Gardens & Woodland.

    2179 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, BC

  • December 23, 2024 (3 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 13, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

  • December 24, 2024 (3 events)


    November 29, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Runs from Nov. 29-Jan. 5, but closed on Dec. 25. Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. Sensory-friendly night on Dec. 3 (capacity will be reduced by 50%, audio levels will be decreased & flashing lights will be turned off). A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 13, 2024 December 24, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

  • December 25, 2024 (1 event)


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

  • December 26, 2024 (3 events)


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499


    December 26, 2024 January 5, 2025

    Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 26, 2024 December 31, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005

  • December 27, 2024 (3 events)


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499


    December 26, 2024 January 5, 2025

    Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 26, 2024 December 31, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005

  • December 28, 2024 (4 events)


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499


    December 26, 2024 January 5, 2025

    Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 26, 2024 December 31, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005


    December 28, 2024

    There is no charge; however, donations are readily accepted. Reserve online. Spots are limited to 40 participants. Sign up early. Learn about the Garden's history, plants & development. More information: www.kubotagarden.org, volunteers@kubotagarden.org or 206-717-8718. Meet at the kiosk adjacent to the parking lot.

    Kubota Garden
    9817 55th Ave S
    Seattle, WA 98118

  • December 29, 2024 (3 events)


    December 13, 2024 December 29, 2024

    Tickets available on website: $20/adults; $16/seniors, students & military; $10/youth ages 5-17;  free/children under 5. Solstice Lights brings the garden to life featuring an array of immersive lighting. Seasonal music by local musicians, art activites, food & more. More information: www.lakewoldgardens.org/winter-solstice/, contactus@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106. Held at Lakewold Gardens.

    12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499


    December 26, 2024 January 5, 2025

    Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 26, 2024 December 31, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005

  • December 30, 2024 (2 events)


    December 26, 2024 January 5, 2025

    Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 26, 2024 December 31, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005

  • December 31, 2024 (2 events)


    December 26, 2024 January 5, 2025

    Tickets required & must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are not sold on-site. A magical experience for the whole family with more than one million twinkling lights. Themed areas, tasty treats &  unique light features. More information: www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx or 604-257-8463. The event entrance is through the VanDusen Visitor Centre.

    VanDusen Botanical Garden
    5521 Oak St
    Vancouver, BC


    December 26, 2024 December 31, 2024

    Tickets: Advance purchase must be purchased online: $8/person; free/children 10 & under. Tickets are required for everyone, including children, so please plan accordingly before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are date & time specific, & are non-refundable. Over half a million lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals & cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Premium parking in the Garden's lot is available for $5/car. Free parking available at Wilburton Hill Park, located 1/4 mile east of the Garden on the south side of Main St. More information & tickets:  www.gardendlights.org, www.facebook.com/Gardendlights, gardendlights@bellevuebotanical.org or 425-452-2750.

    Bellevue Botanical Garden
    12001 Main St
    Bellevue, WA 98005