Festival of Lights
Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
The 15th annual Festival of Lights dazzles every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from November 28 through December 21, rain or shine, at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens.
This 100% original, handmade light show features imaginative displays crafted by MCBG staff and volunteers. Wander through scenes sparkling with ocean waves, lighted jungle settings, shooting stars, playful jumping dogs, and a flock of flamingos—each display is designed to enchant visitors of all ages. A beloved holiday tradition and community celebration, the Festival partners with the Mendocino Coast Children’s Fund and other local nonprofits to ensure everyone can experience the magic.
The FOG Holiday Cafe will be open with hot cocoa, apple cider, and sweet treats (cash and Venmo accepted). Strike a pose with Santa for a festive photo to remember! He will be waiting each Sunday in the cozy and cheerful canopy.
Stroll the lighted pathways in support of the Gardens, bundle up, and explore the whimsical displays while celebrating the season with your community during this enchanting Festival of Lights!
Event Tickets
Advance tickets are strongly recommended to ensure availability and to help us keep a good flow in the parking lot. Timed entry tickets are available at 5 PM, 6 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7 PM. Pre-sale tickets are just $11.33 from October 15–22. After that, adult tickets will be $16.48 in advance, and $26.75 at the door (prices include service and credit card fees). Children ages 16 and younger always enter for free.
To get advanced tickets online, simply select the date and time you would like to see the lights and purchase one ticket for each adult. You may also purchase advanced tickets at our store any day of the week between 9 AM and 4 PM.
Pre-sale is open!
Get tickets at the early-bird price now through October 22
Discounted early bird prices for all! One week only from Oct 15 through Oct 22.
Adults ages 17 and older — $11.33 ($10.00 price + $1.33 service fee)
Children ages 16 and younger — FREE
Ticket rates after October 22:
Advanced Ticket Prices — Limited availability per time slot. Act now to secure tickets for the date and time you want!
Adults ages 17 and older — $16.48 ($15.00 price + $1.48 service fee)
Museums for All — $11.00 ($10.00 price + $1.00 service fee) in-person advanced purchase only; present EBT or WIC card
Children ages 16 and younger — FREE
Door Price — Ticket cost will increase at the door and will not be sold when the event is at capacity.
Adults ages 17 and older — $26.75 ($25.00 price + $1.75 service fee)
Children ages 16 and younger — FREE
Please note, all tickets are non-refundable but dates and times can be changed based on availability. General admission guest passes are not valid for entry to Festival of Lights, event tickets must be purchased by all guests, members of the Gardens, and AHS or ROAM Reciprocal Members. All proceeds from this fundraiser event help to support this community event and the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. We are constantly working to improve this beloved event while keeping ticket prices low. If you feel like giving a little extra this holiday season, our nonprofit sure could use your support, DONATE HERE, or along with your online ticket purchase.
DATES/TIMES
- Friday, Nov. 28 : 5-8 p.m.
- Saturday, Nov. 29 : 5-8 p.m.
- Sunday, Nov. 30 : 5-8 p.m.
- Friday, Dec. 5 : 5-8 p.m.
- Saturday, Dec. 6 : 5-8 p.m.
- Sunday, Dec. 7 : 5-8 p.m.
- Friday, Dec. 12 : 5-8 p.m.
- Saturday, Dec. 13 : 5-8 p.m.
- Sunday, Dec. 14 : 5-8 p.m.
- Friday, Dec. 19 : 5-8 p.m.
- Saturday, Dec. 20 : 5-8 p.m.
- Sunday, Dec. 21 : 5-8 p.m.
WHERE
PRICE
- Phone: 707-964-4352
- Email: info@gardenbythesea.org
- Web site
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