LIGHTS AT FERNWOOD

November 29, 2024 - January 4, 2025 LIGHTS at Fernwood will be back in the garden for the 2024 holiday season, illuminating evenings with a professionally designed light show. This enchanting experience will include light tunnels, cozy fire pits, a winter craft station, nature-inspired light sculptures, a full-sized LiteBrite, festive music, and more!

Visitors will make bright memories during the most magical garden lights Southwest Michigan offers this holiday season while enjoying hot chocolate, other seasonal drinks, snacks, and festive light-up merchandise for all ages!

Advance ticket purchase is strongly encouraged, as each available time slot is limited. Parking is included in the ticket price.

Fernwood Members receive their 20% discount.

NEW! Did you know that you can gift LIGHTS tickets? It's really easy! On the ticket booking page, simply click on "Gift Cards" at the top. From there, you can choose to gift a specific dollar amount toward LIGHTS tickets or a certain number of tickets.

Click here for a brief 4-slide tutorial, and start purchasing digital gift cards today!

PLEASE NOTE: Digital gift cards can only be used toward LIGHTS at Fernwood 2024 tickets.

DATES & TIMES

November 29, 2024 - January 4, 2025

TICKET TIMES FOR ENTRY: 6 pm, 7 pm, 8 pm

Tickets are timed in 60-minute increments to stagger visitor parking for the best experience.

Last entry is 8:15 pm. LIGHTS turn off at 9:15 pm.

HOLIDAYS: LIGHTS will be closed on Mondays, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day.

GARDEN DAY TIME HOURS: Starting November 19, daytime garden hours are 12 - 5 pm. The garden’s last daytime admission entry is at 4:30 pm and will close at 5 pm. Fernwood will re-open for LIGHTS guests at 6 pm.

MEMBERS LIGHTS TICKETS

NONMEMBER LIGHTS TICKETS

PRICING

Prices vary based on the day of the week and date you select.

Processing fee is not included in prices listed below.

Parking is included in ticket price.

TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY

Member Adult $10.40

Nonmember Adult $13

Youth (3-12) $5

Child (2 & under) Free

FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY

Member Adult $12.80

Nonmember Adult $16

Youth (3-12) $8

Child (2 & under) Free

MEMBERS LIGHTS TICKETS

NONMEMBER LIGHTS TICKETS

CONCESSIONS

Hot chocolate, cider, specially designed cookies by Calla Lily Cookie, chocolate-covered pretzels, and other snacks.

Savory hand pies made from scratch by The Grateful Pie Company at Fernwood. Meat and vegetarian options available.

Adult beverages will be available every Friday and Saturday, including the LIGHTS beer crafted by River Saint Joe Brewery. This special brew is exclusively available at LIGHTS and the River Saint Joe taproom.

Souvenirs available including woodland stuffed animals, glowing merchandise, and LIGHTS branded beanies or headbands.

ACTIVITIES

In addition to enjoying the winter air and enchanting light show, create even more memories by exploring different activities at LIGHTS!

This year, Fernwood welcomes a special visitor to LIGHTS that is sure to excite visitors of all ages! A mischievous garden gnome has taken up residence in the warmth of our conservatory for the winter season. Peak through the windows and over the balcony to get a glimpse of his antics, and don't forget your camera!

View the gnome in his new home Friday- Sunday, 6-8:30 pm.

SPECIAL THANKS:

Fernwood sends a huge thank you to Janet Wunderlich of our very own Niles Handweavers Guild for artfully crafting the very special hat for our conservatory gnome. The red felted hat adds the perfect touch of magic and authenticity to this whimsical character. Well done, Janet!

This year's LIGHTS kid craft would not have been possible without the generous paper donation from the French Paper Company in Niles, MI. Fernwood thanks this local historic business for providing an opportunity for children and their families to have a moment of creativity during their LIGHTS experience!

TIPS FOR YOUR VISIT

Purchase tickets ahead of time online!
Follow your designated arrival window to avoid waiting or missing your entry time. Entry will not be permitted after 8:15 pm.
Have your ticket ready to show to the team at the ticket hut to expedite entry.
This outdoor event will be held rain, snow, or shine. Please dress for the weather.
Have fun making memories while supporting your public garden - Fernwood!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS | LIGHTS 2024 EDITION

VOLUNTEER

LIGHTS at Fernwood has become a staple of community celebration. Being involved in this festive spectacle is a thrill.

Don't hesitate to sign up for shifts and positions that are still available. Bring your family, friends, or co-workers along. LIGHTS is a fun, memory-filled opportunity that we hope you join to experience first-hand.

Reach out to cmoeller@fernwoodbotanical.org if you have questions before registering.

2024 LIGHTS VOLUNTEER SIGN UP

SPONSOR

As a valuable LIGHTS event sponsor, you or your company will gain brand visibility and recognition throughout the show, creating additional awareness and appreciation of you and your wonderful brand.

LIGHTS at Fernwood, including event sponsors, is diversely promoted throughout the region. Thousands of visitors from near and far attend LIGHTS during the winter holiday season.

We are grateful for your support and look forward to collaborating with you!

LIGHTS 2024 SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES PACKET