Come find your glow this winter during Luminaria Nights at California Botanic Garden. This winter lights experience is like no other in Southern California, featuring peaceful paths lined with luminaria and string lights leading to beautifully illuminated musical venues. With at least three live performers each night, new art installations, plus food, sweet treats, and drinks available for purchase, Luminaria Nights provides joyful connection amidst the quiet evening beauty of CalBG’s unique native plant gardens.

CalBG Members get a special experience all their own at our Members Only Preview Night on Thursday, December 12th! Become a CalBG member today to purchase tickets for this special night, featuring: free limited-edition CalBG sticker with each ticket purchase, a one-night-only native plant greeting card station, and 10% off drinks from the CalBG bar. You can also join at or upgrade to the Acorn or Family Plus membership level to gain access to our December 12th VIP reception with exclusive drink options, free snacks from Saca's Mediterranean Grill, and live music.

Tickets coming soon:

Member pre-sale begins Wednesday, October 23rd. ‍
‍
$15 Member Adult | $10 Student/Senior/Child
$15 Acorn/Family Plus Member Adult (w/ VIP Reception) | $10 Acorn/Family Plus Member Student/Senior/Child (w/ VIP Reception)
$25 Acorn/Family Plus Member Guest (w/ VIP Reception) | $20 Acorn/Family Plus Member Student/Senior/Child Guest (w/ VIP Reception)

Please note: Members must create an account and/or log in (upper right corner of ticket page) before adding tickets to cart in order to see member price discount in shopping cart.

‍

Thursday, December 12th
Featured Musical Artists, Art Installations, and Food Truck coming soon!