Luminaria Nights
Visitors wander through peaceful luminarias, newly illuminated garden spaces, and light installations created by artist José García Moreno. Three illuminated stages host live musical performances ranging from harp and jazz to blues and Native American flutes. Guests can also enjoy hot coffee and cider, sweet treats, drinks from the garden bar, and rotating food trucks.
Dec 4 – Dec 19, 2026
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Adult $23; Child/Student (with ID)/Senior (65+) $18; children under 3 get in free. CalBG members receive $5 off all tickets. VIP reception access requires an Acorn or Family Plus membership and a reception-specific ticket for December 11.
Hours
6:00 - 9:00 PM.
Food & Drink
All nights offer hot drinks including coffee, cider, tea, and hot chocolate, sweet treats, beer, wine, and seltzer, plus rotating food trucks.
Parking
Parking is free and may be impacted by crowds. Parking is available in the CalBG Main Lot, available spots on College Ave. north of Foothill Blvd., and designated satellite lots with tram service available. Carpooling is recommended for larger groups; follow parking signs and attendant instructions.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets in advance because some nights may sell out and only very limited tickets may be available at the Admissions Kiosk.
- Dress for chilly outdoor conditions, as the event takes place entirely outside.
- For larger groups, consider carpooling; follow parking signs and attendants’ instructions when using the Garden or satellite lots.
- If you want the Night Market, choose a first-weekend visit, as it is offered only then.
- If attending the VIP reception, make sure you are an Acorn or Family Plus member and purchase reception-specific tickets.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children under 3 get in free.
- CalBG members receive a discount on all tickets.
- Acorn and Family Plus members can buy reception-specific tickets for the December 11 VIP reception.
- The Luminaria Night Market, with plants and crafts/art for sale, is on the first weekend only.
- New this year: newly illuminated Garden areas and new artist installations by José García Moreno.
Links & Contact
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy tickets in advance?
Yes. Advance purchase is highly recommended because some nights may sell out; if tickets remain, only very limited numbers are available at the Admissions Kiosk.
What can visitors see and hear?
Explore luminarias, newly illuminated garden areas and artist installations, with live music across three illuminated stages.
What food and drinks are available?
Hot coffee, cider, tea, hot chocolate and other drinks, a bar serving beer, wine and seltzer, sweet treats, and food trucks on several nights are available.
Is there anything special on the first weekend?
The Luminaria Night Market, with plants and crafts or art for sale, is part of the first weekend only.
Where can I park, and is there a shuttle?
Free parking is available in the Garden’s main lot, available spaces on College Avenue north of Foothill Boulevard, and designated satellite lots with tram service.
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