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People walking through a beautifully decorated garden with glowing green and blue lights, star-shaped lanterns, and hanging spherical ornaments at night.

2023 WinterLights

Event Info

  Friday 17, November 2023

  6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

November 17, 18, 19*, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30​
December 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30

6:00-9:00 pm

A weather-dependent event.

Adults: $18; Youth (between 6 to 17) $14; Child: (between 2 to 5): $8; Infant (under 2): FREE; Dog: $6.

Timed-entry tickets sold online only.

A holiday tradition not to be missed! Stroll along illuminated garden walks and discover the joy of the season with holiday lights that transform the ten-acre gardens into an enchanted wonderland. The radiant glow, holiday décor, and a crackling open-air fire, add to the festive atmosphere. Seasonal plants and holiday gifts will be available in the Gift Shop and Nursery. Check schedule for designated nights of live entertainment.

Volunteer

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TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE UNLESS EVENT IS CANCELLED BY THE ELIZABETHAN GARDENS. If inclement weather or other conditions prevent the lights from occurring, a notice will be sent out to all anticipated guests by 2 pm.

Parking
Guests must park in designated spaces. Overflow parking will be available at the Fort Raleigh National Historic Site parking lot. A shuttle will transport guests from/to this lot on select Friday and Saturday nights from 530p-930p.

Shuttle Schedule
Check back for dates as event nears!

Guest Safety
Guest Safety Info
Warning: Lighting used at this event may be disruptive to people with epilepsy and/or other photosensitivity conditions.