Las Noches de las Luminarias at Desert Botanical Garden
Through Jan 3Nov 27 – Jan 3 · 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM · Select dates Nov 27, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 (Nov 27–29; Dec 4–6, 11–13, 16–23, 26–31; Jan 1–3); nightly 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Timed-entry reservations required.
Desert Botanical Garden1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 · 7.5 mi approx. from PhoenixDirections
All ages (children under 2 free; stroller-accessible botanical pathways)
From $39.95$39.95–$44.95 adults ($37.95–$42.95 members); $18.95 youth ages 2–17 ($16.95 members); free for children under 2.
About this adventure
An iconic 47-year Southwest holiday tradition, Las Noches de las Luminarias blankets the Desert Botanical Garden in the warm golden glow of more than 8,000 hand-lit luminaria bags and thousands of twinkling fairy lights draped across monumental saguaro cacti and desert flora. Families meander through tranquil garden trails accompanied by world-class live entertainment including Spanish guitarists, mariachi ensembles, bells, and festive holiday vocalists. Children can warm up with sweet hot cider, spiced cocoa, and seasonal treats at cozy stations along the trails. Wide, ADA-compliant decomposed granite paths accommodate strollers and wheelchairs easily. Because this is one of the Valley's most treasured seasonal traditions, timed-entry reservations sell out well in advance for weekend dates.
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