Jungle Lights
Visitors explore illuminated jungle pathways lined with handcrafted animal lanterns and endangered animal sculptures created by Gillie and Marc. Sights include a 30-foot Christmas tree, a living tree crafted from hundreds of bromeliads and orchids, and the Great Reindeer Hall featuring a 16-foot Rudolph. Depending on the night, guests can also view a large-scale model train display weaving through a Swiss Alpine Village and meet Santa or holiday characters. The Garden Café and Gift Shop remain open with seasonal treats, drinks, and gifts.
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When
Tickets
Regular Nights: Members—adults ages 17+ $15, children ages 3–16 $10, children under 3 free. Non-members—adults ages 17+ $30, children ages 3–16 $20, children under 3 free. Premium Nights: Members—adults ages 17+ $20, children ages 3–16 $10, children under 3 free. Non-members—adults ages 17+ $35, children ages 3–16 $20, children under 3 free. Members-only night on December 1: $5 for adults and children 3 and over. it also says all ticket sales are final and non-refundable. Member pricing includes AHS Garden Network Memberships outside a 90-mile radius of McKee.
Hours
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM nightly; last entry at 8:30 PM. Members-only night: 6:00 PM–9:00 PM.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
McKee’s Garden Café is open during the event with festive drinks and an assortment of holiday treats.
Parking
Parking is available at the Garden parking lot at the Main Entrance off US 1 and at the North Parking Lot, the first exit to the right after the Garden Main Entrance. Overflow parking is available on select Regular nights and most Premium nights, with a complimentary shuttle bus from 146 Vista Royale Boulevard, just south of the Garden on US Highway 1.
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Tips & Advice
- Buy advance tickets online to avoid lines; tickets can sell out, and they are not sold by phone.
- Check whether your chosen date is a Regular or Premium Night, since Santa, holiday characters and the model train are not part of Regular Nights.
- For the members-only night, book in advance because tickets are required and availability is limited.
- Use the North Parking Lot or Garden lot, and on eligible nights consider the complimentary shuttle from 146 Vista Royale Boulevard if overflow parking is in use.
- If McKee cancels the event because of inclement weather, keep your ticket and present it on any remaining Jungle Lights date.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children under 3 enter free.
- Current McKee Botanical Garden Members and qualifying AHS Garden Network members receive member pricing.
- December 1 is a discounted, members-only night; advance tickets are required and availability is limited.
- Regular Nights run November 29–December 16; Premium Nights run December 17–January 2.
- Premium Nights include Santa and Mrs. Claus December 17–23, and Holiday Characters December 26–January 2.
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
What can I see on Regular Nights, and what is included on Premium Nights?
Regular Nights feature illuminated garden paths, animal lanterns, Christmas trees and the Great Reindeer Hall. Premium Nights also include the model train display and, on specified dates, Santa and Mrs. Claus or holiday characters.
Is advance booking recommended, and can tickets sell out?
Advance online tickets are encouraged to avoid lines. Advance tickets are available online and at the Garden Admissions Office until sold out; tickets are not sold by phone.
What food and drink are available during the event?
The Garden Café offers festive drinks and holiday treats during Jungle Lights.
Where can I park, and is shuttle service available?
Parking is available at the Garden lot by the Main Entrance off US 1 and at the North Parking Lot. Overflow parking is available on select Regular Nights and most Premium Nights, with a complimentary shuttle from 146 Vista Royale Boulevard.
What happens if bad weather leads to a cancellation?
The event runs rain or shine. If McKee cancels because of inclement weather, present your ticket for entry on any remaining Jungle Lights date.
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