Tickets are now on sale for Glowing Gardens, a newly designed holiday light show from the Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens (JABG) from Nov. 29 to Dec. 29. 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, go to jacksonvillearboretum.org or email events@jacksonvillearboretum.org. For sponsorship opportunities, reach out to Director of Philanthropy Michelle Beers at michelleb@jacksonvillearboretum.org.
Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is located at 1445 Millcoe Road, Jacksonville. Purchase tickets at jacksonvillearboretum.org.
The Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to cultivate understanding and wonder by engaging the community through the natural beauty of Northeast Florida. The 136 acres that comprise the Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are unique in that there are 13 distinct ecosystems within its boundaries. Over three miles of award-winning trails traverse these richly diverse habitats, which include freshwater and tidal marshes, upland hardwood forest, pine flatwoods and dry prairie, bottomland forest and live oak hammock. Woven in this rich diversity, the Arboretum offers beautifully curated botanical gardens, ranging from the rich greens of a Fernery to the bright florals of a Pollinator Garden. Alongside these unique natural attractions, the Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens attracts visitors through annual special events and educational programs.
Conveniently located off the Monument Road exit on I-295 in East Arlington, the park is open to the public seven days a week. For more information, visit jacksonvillearboretum.org or email info@jacksonvillearboretum.org.
