ILUMINA: A Tropical Garden Lantern Festival at Mounts Botanical Garden
Through Jan 17Nov 18 – Jan 17 · 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM · Select nights (Wednesdays–Sundays) Nov 18, 2026 – Jan 17, 2027; 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM (last entry 8:30 PM). Timed-entry tickets required; purchase online in advance.
Mounts Botanical Garden531 N Military Trl, West Palm Beach, FL 33415 · 64.1 mi approx. from MiamiDirections
All ages (children under 5 enter free; flat paved and crushed-stone paths accommodate sturdy strollers)
From $28Tickets start at $28 for adults (18+); $10 for children (5–17); free for kids under 5. Mounts members receive 25% discount. Free parking.
About this adventure
ILUMINA: A Tropical Garden Lantern Festival brings an awe-inspiring spectacle of handcrafted light art to Palm Beach County's oldest and largest botanical paradise. More than 20 colossal, custom-built illuminated silk lanterns—some soaring over 20 feet high—are carefully nestled throughout the garden's 20 tropical acres, portraying glowing mythical sea creatures, giant luminous tropical butterflies, radiant orchids, and illuminated lotus blossoms reflecting across tranquil ponds. Families embark on an immersive evening sensory journey along paved botanical pathways enhanced by atmospheric soundscapes and interactive projection-mapped stepping pads that respond to children's footsteps. The calm, enchanting atmosphere is ideal for young children and multi-generational families. Paved paths ensure smooth stroller pushing, and complimentary parking is available directly at the garden entrance.
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