Holiday at the Arboretum
Guests can stroll through the Christmas Village, view festive décor inside the historic DeGolyer House, and see the iconic glass-sided gazebos depicting The 12 Days of Christmas across the 66-acre grounds. The holiday experience also features seasonal music and photo opportunities throughout the garden.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Daytime: Adults/general $21.95–$25.95; children ages 3–12 $17.95–$21.95; children under 3 free; members free; Museums for All $3. Holiday at Night: general $35–$40; members $20–$25; children under 3 free. Night Owl: general ages 3+ $15; members $15; children under 3 free. Holiday Cheer: general ages 3+ $12; members $12; children under 3 free. Daytime and Holiday at Night prices vary by date, with the exact cost shown upon date selection. Holiday at Night advance online purchase saves money; walk-up pricing adds $4. Holiday Cheer’s discount is reflected at checkout when an eligible date is selected.
Hours
Daytime: 9am–4pm; Holiday at Night: 5pm–10pm; Night Owl: 8:30pm–10pm; Holiday Cheer: 5pm–10pm.
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Tips & Advice
- Purchase Holiday at Night admission online in advance to avoid the $4 walk-up surcharge and save on your evening visit.
- Choose Night Owl admission for a later visit from 8:30 to 10 p.m.; it is available online only.
- Select an eligible Holiday Cheer date—November 26, December 24, 25 or 31, and January 1—and confirm the discount at checkout.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for strolling the 66-acre grounds, and bring layers for an evening visit spent largely outdoors.
- Check the selected date before buying because daytime and Holiday at Night admission prices vary by date.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children under 3 enter free.
- Members enter free during daytime admission; member rates apply to nighttime options.
- Museums for All visitors can get discounted daytime admission.
- Holiday at Night, Night Owl and Holiday Cheer are separate nighttime admission options; Night Owl is online only.
- Holiday Cheer is offered on November 26, December 24, 25 and 31, and January 1, with a discount on eligible dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can I see during Holiday at the Arboretum?
Visit the Christmas Village, see festive décor inside the historic DeGolyer House, and explore the 12 Days of Christmas gazebos across the grounds, with seasonal music and photo opportunities.
Which admission options are available?
Options include daytime admission, Holiday at Night, Night Owl and Holiday Cheer on selected dates. Nighttime Admission and Night Owl are online only.
Is this suitable for young children?
The listing has child admission for ages three to twelve, and children under three are admitted free.
Can I save by buying Holiday at Night admission online ahead of time?
Yes. Advance online purchase saves on Holiday at Night admission; walk-up pricing is higher.
What is special about the 12 Days of Christmas gazebos this season?
This is the final season for the gazebos, which have been at the Arboretum since 2014.
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