Glow Gardens Halifax
Visitors explore an expansive indoor light festival themed around an Enchanted Forest, featuring glowing pathways, illuminated sculptures, and a canopy of hanging lights. Attractions include the Glow-comotive train ride, the Glow & Glide roller park, Santa's Swinging Sleigh, an interactive kids' zone with inflatables, and arcade games. Guests can also enjoy live entertainment, an interactive scavenger hunt, and shopping from local vendors at the Winter Market.
What to Expect
Indoor holiday light festival with an Enchanted Forest theme and attractions.
Event Details
Duration
Visitors can stay until closing; 1.5–3 hours is recommended.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Goodwood
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Glow Gardens
Food & Drink
Food and drinks are available at Glow Gardens, but they are not included with admission and cost extra.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and holiday-light fans
Vibe
Whimsical and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Family (2 adults + 3 children/seniors): weekdays $89.99; weekends and holidays $99.99. Adult (13–64): weekdays $25.99; weekends and holidays $27.99. Senior (65+) / Child (3–12): weekdays $19.99; weekends and holidays $22.99. Toddler (2 years & under): free, no ticket needed. Flex Pass: $32.99; one single visit any day, any time during the festival, except for the NYE Event, with no need to pick a date in advance. Prices are plus service charges and applicable taxes. Discount codes apply to the ticket price only. – Get tickets
- Parking: The venue provides 2,000 free parking stalls directly in front of its main building.
- Accessibility: The entire indoor event is stroller and wheelchair accessible, with seating throughout and one courtesy wheelchair on-site.
- Pets: Certified service dogs are allowed; other dogs and pets are not allowed.
Tips & Advice
- Lines build at the entrance at the top of each hour, so arrive about 15 minutes after your entry time to walk straight in.
- Visit on a weekday evening, or on a weekday in November, for smaller crowds and shorter lines than on the busy weekends.
- Buy tickets in advance, because busy time slots sell out and there's no guarantee your preferred slot will still be open at the door.
- On weekends, and from December 19 to January 3, the train shuts for an hour in the late afternoon to recharge, so plan your ride around that.
- Come by December 23 if you want to see Santa, who is there every open day until then. On days the event opens early, he takes a short evening break.
Special Events & Promotions
- New for 2026: an all-new Enchanted Forest theme with glowing pathways, woodland creatures and whimsical mushroom homes.
- Sensory-Friendly Opening (date to be confirmed) with no music, reduced sound and softer visuals in Glowville. Regular programming resumes later that day.
- Early Bird: the first 1,000 tickets sold get 40% off with a code sent to people who sign up for Early Bird Access.
- New Flex Pass: one visit on any day at any time, except the NYE Event and special events.
- The Leo Cox Trio performs on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays (subject to change).
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glow Gardens indoors?
Yes, all of Glow Gardens Halifax is indoors at the Halifax Exhibition Centre.
How long should we allow?
Allow 1.5 to 3 hours to see it all. Your ticket time is just your arrival window, and you can stay as long as you like until closing.
What's included with admission?
Admission covers the Enchanted Forest light gardens and the animated light tunnel. It also includes the train ride, Santa's Sleigh Ride, the Alpine Slide, inflatables, laser tag, the Glow & Glide roller park, the arcade, live entertainment and visits with Santa until December 23. Santa photos, the Draw Me Bot, coat check, the photo booth, merchandise and food cost extra.
What food and drink is there?
You'll find the Cozy Café, pizza, popcorn, cotton candy, fun food concessions, Bells Lane Kitchen, Nova Momo Dumplings and a licensed bar.
Where can I change a baby?
Two bathrooms have baby changing stations. One is in Glowville Fun Land, and the other is across from the cafeteria, down the hallway to the left of the entrance.
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