# Las Noches de las Luminarias: Thanksgiving Weekend Opening > Event for families in the Phoenix–Mesa–Chandler area (AZ). Times are Arizona Time. - When: Nov 27 – Nov 29 · 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM - Where: Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 - Ages: All ages welcome; accessible stroller-friendly main desert pathways; warm clothing recommended - Price: $40–$45 general adults; $18–$20 for children ages 3–17; free for infants ages 2 and under - Organizer: Desert Botanical Garden - Official page: https://dbg.org - Last checked: Wed, Nov 4 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/phoenix/activities/las-noches-de-las-luminarias-thanksgiving-weekend-opening--listing-5fbe5be428e89b64e1aeabdc ## About Opening annually over Thanksgiving weekend, Las Noches de las Luminarias at the Desert Botanical Garden is one of the American Southwest's most tranquil and enchanting holiday traditions. More than 8,000 hand-lit paper luminaria bags glow with warm candlelight along the red rock desert trails, accompanied by thousands of delicate white twinkle lights woven through towering cardon and saguaro cacti. Families can stroll gently along wide, paved desert trails while taking in live acoustic musical performances, including classical Spanish guitar, mariachi ensembles, handbell choirs, and festive brass quartets stationed at garden courtyards. Hot chocolate, warm cider, and seasonal cookies are available along the paths, making it a peaceful, memorable holiday evening under the desert stars. ## Similar picks in Phoenix - [ZooLights: Thanksgiving Family Nights at Phoenix Zoo](https://grassyknees.com/phoenix/activities/zoolights-thanksgiving-family-nights-at-phoenix-zoo--listing-729635abc46d3b992bb514f0) — Nov 25 – Nov 29 · 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM · Phoenix Zoo · All ages · From $30 · checked Nov 7. 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