November 24, 2023 - December 30, 2023
Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
1445 Millcoe Rd, Jacksonville

Immerse yourself in the wonder of the holidays

More lights, more experiences, more fun!

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This year’s highlights

What you’ll experience:

Make snow angels in a 40’ snow globe of swirling confetti
Travel through a bright, candy-cane corridor
Walk under thousands of brilliant, twinkling lights and snowflakes
See some of Audubon’s famous flower paintings illuminated as larger-than-life neon flowers
Explore a hazy forest of lasers
Discover a path of a thousand brilliant fireflies
Gather for a family photo in front of our giant, shimmering Christmas tree
And the evening wouldn’t be complete without nightly snowfall
Plus sweet treats and holiday (and adult) beverages

Check out this year’s event map!

A magical experience for the entire family,

Important Info

DATES : November 24, 2023 - December 30, 2023

LOCATION : Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens, 1445 Millcoe Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225

TIMES : First entry at 5:30 PM. Last entry 8:30 PM. No guests will be admitted after 8:40.

TICKETS : Tickets must be purchased for a specific time and date and are not available for purchase at the door. Ticket prices start at $22 per adult and $19 per child, plus fees. Children ages 2 and under enter for free.

ARRIVAL : For on-site parking, please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to your scheduled entry time. For Off-site parking shuttle, please arrive 30 minutes prior to your ticketed entry time.

FOOD : Lite bites, hot chocolate, beer, and wine are available for purchase.

WEATHER : Dazzling Nights is open rain or shine unless severe weather necessitates a cancellation for the safety of our team and guests. If a cancellation happens, our box office will contact guests directly.

Please be aware

Dazzling Nights is a night-time immersive walking experience located inside the Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Be advised that the event trail and Arboretum facilities are dimly-lit in some places. The natural environment does include slight changes in elevation and terrain at certain points.

Attendees are urged to wear appropriate footwear (sneakers, trail shoes) and remain attentive of the ground conditions and their surroundings at all times as they enjoy their walk through the lights of Dazzling Nights.

Due to the low levels of lighting in certain areas, Guests are encouraged to use flashlights (e.g. mobile phone flashlights or handheld flashlights) while experiencing Dazzling Nights. If you have any concerns or need assistance at any time, please speak to a nearby Dazzling Nights staff member, who will be happy to assist you!

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