# Holidays at the Garden at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden

> Event for families in the Charlotte–Concord–Gastonia area (NC / SC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Nov 27 – Dec 27 · 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Where: Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012
- Ages: All ages (children under 2 free; smooth paved trails accommodate strollers and wheelchairs)
- Price: $20.00 Adults; $18.00 Seniors (60+); $10.00 Children (ages 2–12); Free for infants and toddlers under 2; Garden Members receive discounts.
- Organizer: Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
- Official page: https://www.dsbg.org/events/holidays-at-the-garden/
- Last checked: Thu, Nov 5

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## About

Holidays at the Garden is Gaston County's premier botanical celebration, illuminating 30 rolling acres along Lake Wylie with hundreds of thousands of dazzling holiday lights. Guests follow paved garden trails lined with shimmering cherry blossom trees, luminous topiary deer, whimsical glowing fungi, and the popular weeping willow light tunnel. Inside the heated 8,000-square-foot orchid conservatory, visitors encounter the breathtaking 16-foot living orchid holiday tree, surrounded by tropical blooms and waterfall cascades. Outdoor family activities include marshmallow roasting over crackling fire pits, festive miniature model train layouts, horse-drawn carriage rides on select evenings, and cozy hot chocolate and apple cider stands.

The garden's primary illuminated walking loop consists of flat, smooth concrete and brick walkways, making it exceptionally easy for parents pushing strollers or wagons. Clean, temperature-controlled family restrooms with changing stations are located in the main Visitor Pavilion. Benches and quiet resting alcoves are placed frequently along garden paths, giving little legs plenty of breaks.

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