# Luminations at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center > Event for families in the Austin–Round Rock–San Marcos area (TX). Times are Central Time. - When: Dec 3 – Jan 5 · 5:45 PM – 9:30 PM - Where: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739 - Ages: All ages (children under 3 free; scenic native botanical trails and glowing Fortlandia structures) - Price: $28 general adult admission; $18 youth (ages 3–17); free for children under 3; member discounts apply. - Organizer: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center / The University of Texas at Austin - Official page: https://www.wildflower.org/luminations - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/austin/activities/luminations-at-the-lady-bird-johnson-wildflower-center--listing-20888997f3807a07007c3427 ## About Luminations transforms South Austin's prestigious botanical gardens into an enchanting glowing landscape celebrating native Texas flora and dark night skies. Thousands of traditional luminarias and modern artistic light installations cast warm amber glows along winding savanna trails, limestone courtyards, and native gardens. Visitors can marvel at the whimsical Fortlandia architectural play forts illuminated for nighttime discovery, listen to acoustic Hill Country musicians performing under the heritage live oaks, and purchase warm artisan ciders, gourmet s'mores kits, and local treats. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Central courtyards and the Great Hall are paved with smooth flagstone and decomposed granite. Strollers with pneumatic or sturdy wheels navigate the native garden loop paths with ease. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Clean, spacious restrooms with baby changing stations are located in the Visitors Gallery and Admissions Kiosk. Quiet benches line the shaded native courtyards. • Age Suitability: Perfect for all ages; children particularly love climbing through the illuminated Fortlandia play structures and spotting glowing woodland figures. • Sensory Tips: Luminations prioritizes natural, warm candlelight and ambient illumination over loud sound systems or jarring flash sequences, making it one of Austin's best low-sensory holiday experiences. ## Similar picks in Austin - [Lakeway Lights & Trail of Lights at Lakeway Activity Center](https://grassyknees.com/austin/activities/lakeway-lights-and-trail-of-lights-at-lakeway-activity-center--listing-1df373ef5407ad659339cb93) — Dec 4 – Jan 3 · 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM · Lakeway Activity Center · All ages · Free · checked Nov 7. 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