Illustration of neighbours admiring a cottage yard full of lit snowmen and candy canes (WPS Garden of Lights)
Christmas Lights

WPS Garden of Lights

Visitors stroll along a one-mile illuminated outdoor route featuring luminous nature displays, animated features, and lightscapes such as Skybound Oak, Aurora in Bloom, and Lake of Lights. Guests can also enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides through portions of the garden or visit decorated holiday trees inside the visitor center. Additional seasonal highlights include meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus, family activities, and warm holiday beverages from local vendors.

Nov 27 – Dec 30, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

General public: walking adult (13+) $17, child (3–12) $10, age 2 and under free; wagon adult $23, child $15, age 2 and under free. Members: walking adult $14, child $10, age 2 and under free; wagon adult $20, child $15, age 2 and under free. Walking Only Thursdays: general public adult $15, member adult $12, child $10, age 2 and under free; no wagons or accessible golf cart tour. A $5 service fee applies to General Public ticket purchases; no service fee applies to Garden member purchases.

Hours

4:30–9 pm.

Food & Drink

On Theme Night Sundays, Heritage Coffee sells lattes, hot cocoa, smoothies, Italian soda, and other non-alcoholic drinks, while Nothing Bundt Cakes sells individual Bundtlets; items are available for purchase.

Parking

Free on-site parking is first-come, first-served; overflow parking is within walking distance and there are no shuttles. Accessible parking is available in the main lot.

Accessibility

Paved paths in the upper gardens are shoveled, salted, and wheelchair accessible, but the lower mulched path is not recommended for wheelchairs or walkers.

Pets

Service animals are welcome; pets and Emotional Support Animals are not permitted.

Location

Green Bay Botanical Garden · 2600 Larsen Rd, Green Bay, WI 54303 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and enchanting

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Buy tickets in advance to secure your preferred entry slot and ticket type, especially if you want a wagon ride.
  • Arrive within 30 minutes of your selected entry slot; late arrivals are accommodated in the next slot only if capacity allows.
  • Wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear for the outdoor one-mile route.
  • Consider an all-terrain stroller or pull-along wagon if taking small children along the lower mulched paths.
  • Use the garden app to navigate displays, concessions and restrooms along the route.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Children age 2 and under enter free.
  • Garden members receive discounted tickets and first access to ticket purchases.
  • WPS customers can use a coupon code for a ticket discount.
  • NWTC students and instructors have a special discount.
  • Groups of 25 or more can get reduced-rate tickets by booking through the Events Team at least two weeks ahead.

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 contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long should visitors allow for the walk?

Most guests spend about 30–45 minutes on the one-mile illuminated route; a horse-drawn wagon ride lasts about 10–15 minutes.

Should tickets be bought ahead?

Advance tickets are recommended to secure a preferred date, entry slot and ticket type. Walk-up tickets are limited and subject to availability.

What food and drink is available?

Concessions sell food, drinks and seasonal treats. Outside food and beverages are not permitted. Theme Night Sundays also have vendors.

Can visitors use wheelchairs or mobility aids on the route?

Upper-garden paved paths are accessible to wheelchairs, walkers and strollers. Lower mulched paths can be difficult to navigate; accessible golf cart tours require advance reservations and are unavailable on Walking Only Thursdays.

Are pets allowed, and what should visitors wear?

Service animals are welcome, but pets and Emotional Support Animals are not permitted. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable, weather-appropriate footwear.

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