What are your favorite holiday traditions?
Perhaps it is bundling up to go see the lights, surrounded by the mesmerizing glow of twinkling light displays, or participating in activities such as wreath-making workshops, attending live music performances, ice skating, and more! Experiences like these and more are hosted by public conservatories and gardens all over the world this holiday season.
These are just a few of the many public conservatories hosting events this season – you might just find the next yearly tradition to make your holiday season even more memorable for you and your family
Longwood Gardens | PENNSYLVANIA
Get ready to be captivated by the enchanting display of holiday lights and the quintessential beauty of Christmas at Longwood Gardens this winter. Introducing “Lights! Camera! Christmas!”—if you’ve ever imagined a serene, after-hours Christmas shoot in a Conservatory, this is your opportunity. Capture the magic of Christmas through night and low-light photography at Longwood Gardens.
Atlanta Botanical Gardens | GEORGIA
Now in its 13th year, you won’t want to miss the magic of the Atlanta Botanical Garden’s “Garden Lights, Holiday Nights“ event. If you have attended this event in the past, this ravishing spectacle presented by Invesco QQQ, showcases familiar favorites and introduces several new installations that bring the spirit of the season to life.
Atlanta’s Garden Lights takes going to see the lights to the next level! Wander through the grounds and marvel at the dazzling displays, including Skyline Frost, a new skynet by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics, as well as illuminated metal birds and deer by Cédric Le Borgne. The whimsical return of White Rabbit to the Skyline Garden adds an extra touch of holiday magic. Click the button below to discover more about this extraordinary “Garden Lights, Holiday Nights” event!
Balboa Park Gardens | CALIFORNIA
A fun twist on holiday nights is Balboa Park Gardens’ “Toy Trains Through the Decades.“ Delve into the festive spirit as you witness the evolution of trains as toys, spanning from the early 1800s to modern-day favorites like Thomas The Tank Engine. Joy for all ages, click the button below to read more about these festive events and make this holiday season extra special for your family.
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Garden | OHIO
This winter season, the Franklin Park Conservatory is decking its halls and blooming with holiday spirit! Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere with extravagant scenes adorned with hundreds of unique poinsettias, including stunning poinsettia trees and more. In the gardens, containers are creatively styled with hardy plants and evergreens accented by lights and decorative elements, creating a magical winter wonderland. For more festive events and details at the Franklin Park Conservatory, visit their website using the link below!
Desert Botanical Gardens | ARIZONA
Experience the Desert Botanical Garden’s “Las Noches de Las Luminarias” and transport yourself to a world reminiscent of those cozy winter evenings spent by the fire surrounded by family and friends. This magical event is sure to create lasting memories.
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Garden | PENNSYLVANIA
“Holiday Magic! The Winter Flower Show and Light Garden” at the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens has transformed their radiant gardens into a magical wonderland where guests are invited to immerse themselves in the charming theme of “Season’s Greenings.” Admire the delightful winter themes and the mesmerizing lights that adorn the gardens. Phipps has spared no effort for this year’s Winter Flower Show, presenting magnificent new displays featuring holiday trees adorned in jewel tones, exquisitely detailed props, and a showcase of signature floral delights, including amaryllis, orchids, and an array of 21 poinsettia varieties! The magic continues outside with their Winter Light Garden. Filling the Outdoor and Discovery Gardens with spectacular lights in vivid shades, the displays are breathtaking. Learn more by clicking the button below!
As you and your family revel in the joy of festive holiday events at your local conservatories, we warmly invite you to transform these moments into shared experiences and capture the magic. Share the delight of your holiday activities on social media, and be sure to tag us in your posts. We are eager to hear about the special ways you and your loved ones are embracing the holiday season!