Garden of D'Lights

⭐ Step into a glowing plant wonderland at Garden of D’Lights , a beloved East Bay holiday tradition at The Ruth Bancroft Garden. Wander through the Garden after dark, surrounded by thousands of colorful lights and larger-than-life plant displays.

Highlights

Explore this year’s "Desert Nights" theme, celebrating the beauty and mystery of the desert after dark

Capture one-of-a-kind photos featuring unique illuminated plant silhouettes, cacti, and towering succulents

Enjoy hot cocoa, spiced wine, and beer available for purchase as you stroll

Shop for unique plants and holiday gifts at the open nursery

Bring the whole family for an all-ages (and pet-friendly) self-guided outdoor experience

Experience the Garden's VIP Lounge, open December 5, 12, and 19

Support a local nonprofit—every ticket directly funds the Garden’s ongoing mission

General Info

📅 Date & time: choose directly in the ticket selector

⏳ Duration: approx. 1 hour

📍 Location: The Ruth Bancroft Garden

👤 Age requirement: all ages welcome!

👥 Children 4 & under enter free

♿ Accessibility: the venue is fully ADA-compliant

❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here

Description

This holiday season, Garden of D’Lights returns with thousands of sparkling lights, lasers, and illuminated art installations woven throughout the Garden’s world-renowned plant collection. This year’s theme, Desert Nights, explores the beauty, mystery, and wonder of the desert after dark. Wander among illuminated cacti, succulents, and towering plants as the Garden transforms into a one-of-a-kind nighttime experience. Get your tickets now!

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