November 17, 2023  – January 1, 2024
Encinitas, CA

Lightscape is SOLD OUT Thursday, December 7th, Flex Tickets still available.

 

Tickets on sale now! Another dazzling year of Lightscape is just around the corner! Featuring exciting new installations along with returning fan favorites, this one-mile loop has been reimagined to surprise and delight visitors. Merging nature and art, the Garden will come to life at night with festive sights and sounds for all to enjoy. Most nights sold out in 2022, so purchase your tickets and parking now to secure your preferred dates!

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Already have tickets? Click the LINK for tips before you’re Lightscape visit!

 

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Lightscape installation, pea-lights strung up a tree, completely covering all branches in white lights

Members receive discounted tickets to Lightscape as part of our Member Perks, with General Admission going out later this month. Please Note, all current and new Members will need to activate their account in our new system to access benefits. Please find step-by-step instructions HERE

Member Lightscape Tickets

Become a Member and receive Lightscape discounts along with so much more: free daytime admission, free Member programs, discounted pricing on events and classes, free weekly children’s programs, and complimentary guest passes.  

Dates & Times

Nov. 17, 2023 – Jan. 1, 2024 (5 – 10 p.m., last entry at 9 p.m.)
Due to high demand, ticket types are categorized by Regular, Peak and Off-Peak pricing. 

Regular Dates:

  • November 17-19, 22, 24-26
  • December 1-3, 8-10, 15, 31
  • January 1

Peak Dates:

  • December 16-23, 26-30

Off-Peak Dates: 

  • November 29-30
  • December 6 – 7
  • December 13 – 14

*Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 24 and 25

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Tickets

Member
Adult Peak: $29 Regular: $26 Off-Peak: $23
Child (3-12yrs) Peak: $17
Regular: $15
Off-Peak: $13

Non-Member
Adult Peak: $32 Regular: $29 Off-Peak: $26
Child (3-12yrs)Peak: $20
Regular: $18
Off-Peak: $16

Military (Active, Reserve, Retired, and Veteran) & family with ID
Adult Peak: $29 Regular: $26 Off-Peak: $23
Child Peak (3-12yrs): $17
Regular: $15
Off-Peak: $13

 

One discount per transaction, Member discount applied at check out. All tickets are sold as final sale: tickets are nonrefundable and non-exchangeable for dates/times. $3 Service Fee per ticket is added to all transactions (online and in-person). Ticket prices increase $5 for adults and $2 for children the day of the event (online and in-person). Ages 2 and under are free.

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Flex Tickets


Anytime Flex (flat rate, no Member discount)

Ticket holders may enter Lightscape anytime between 5-8:30pm on the date they have selected
Price: $60 per person
Includes parking

 

No Member discounts applicable. All tickets are sold as final sale: tickets are nonrefundable and non-exchangeable for dates/times. $3 Service Fee per ticket is added to all transactions (online and in-person). Ticket prices increase $5 for adults and $2 for children the day of the event (online and in-person). Ages 2 and under are free.

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Colorful large flower installations

Group Sales

Enjoy Lightscape with your group! Group Rates apply to 20 people or more and receive 10% off ticket prices. $3 Service Fee per ticket is added to all transactions and parking is required per vehicle.

  • Only one discount can be applied. No member/military group discounts 
  • All group reservations must be made at least 10 days in advance, day of/walk up group rates are not available. 
  • Group sale dates are limited and are not accepted on Peak Nights (December 16-23, 26-30) 
  • Group arrival time slots on Friday, Saturday and Sunday begin at 6:30 p.m. 
Group Sales (10% Discount)
Adult Regular: $26.10 Off-Peak: $23.40
Child (3-12yrs)Regular: $16.20
Off-Peak: $14.40

 

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Lightscape installation. lite up lily in bamboo pond with colorful spotlights

Parking

Parking is paid and required for all vehicles parking onsite at San Diego Botanic Garden. Be sure to choose the same day as your Lightscape ticket when you reserve. Book your parking now and save!

Prices Per Vehicle:

Regular/Off Peak Advanced: $10 Day of/Onsite: $20
Peak
Advanced: $15
Day of/Onsite: $25


Day of and onsite purchase parking is limited, and if available, payment is due upon arrival.

Groups arriving in multiple cars must drive in together in order to park together in one of several lots being used for Lightscape guests.

All those with Handicap parking and mobility issues please let our parking attendants know so they can direct you to designated parking with easier access to the Blue Entrance path.

Tips for Your Visit


 Purchase admission tickets and parking ahead of time, advanced purchase is required for Lightscape!

✓ If your group is arriving in separate cars, drive in together (caravan style) and let the parking attendants know that you are doing so in order to park in the same lot and begin at the same trail entrance.

✓ Wear comfortable shoes – the outdoor walking trail is 1-mile long on paved and dirt paths and occasionally hilly.

✓ Dress for the weather as this is an outdoor event and will be held rain or shine.

 

View full list on our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Concessions Menu

 

Food Menu
Beverage Menu
Savory Non-Alcoholic
*Winter Harvest Chicken Salad Sandwich $12 *Hot Chocolate Veg / GF $5
*Giant Bavarian Pretzel with Cheese Sauce Veg $12 *Hot Mulled Cider Vegan / GF $5
*Grilled Chicken and Cheese Quesadilla with Salsa Verde $12 Alcoholic
*Hand Pies: Flakey Crust with Chicken Pot Pie Filling $10 Sparkling Prosecco $12
All Beef Hot Dogs with Kettle Chips $11 *Specialty Cocktails $15
*Housemade Triple Cheese Mac Veg $12 Holiday Sparkler, Fireside Chat, Baileys Hot Toddy
Desserts Premium Wine Selections $15
Giant Red Velvet Cookie Veg $7 Premium Beer Selection $11
*Holiday Peppermint Brownie Veg $6 Soda/Water $5
*Candy Land Candy Selection Veg $10
Winter Wonderland Vanilla Cakesicle Veg $5
*Cinnamon and Sugar Donuts Veg $8
Extra Large Kettle Corn Veg $10

 

On Demand Dietary Options: Gluten Friendly Sandwich, Vegetarian Pretzel (no cheese), Vegetarian Hot Dogs
Vegan  |  Veg = Vegetarian  | GF = Gluten Friendly
*Not sold at all Concessions locations

All Prices include Sales Tax, All Concessions are cashless (Debit/Credit Only)

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