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Flashlight Nights
DATE: Saturdays | Aug. 1 - Sept. 26
TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
PRICE: Adults: $14.95 | Youth: $9.95 | Members: Free
New dates added!
Extended through September: Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26.
Flashlight Nights are nighttime self-guided adventures through the Garden. Nocturnal explorers shine their own flashlights along the trails to capture the night-blooming plants and animals that appear in the desert after dark.
Plus, enjoy
- Self-Guided Exploration with Fun & Engaging Activity Cards
- Wild Rising by Cracking Art | Starts at 6:30 p.m., illuminated at dusk
- Painting with Light located at Stardust Foundation Plaza | Starts at 7:30 p.m.
- Shadow Puppets located at Center for Desert Living Trail | Starts at 7:30 p.m.
Self-Guided Exploration with Fun & Engaging Activity Cards: Click on one or all of the following links to download a fun self-guided experience for your visit. Print before your trip to the Garden or download to your phone when you arrive.
Download the Wild Rising Creature Safari
Download the Wild & Wacky Activity
Download the Hidden Desert Activity
Download the Desert Shapes Activity
Please bring your own flashlight from home.
A bar is available at Ottosen Entry Garden and will accept only credit and debit. Patio Café will be open until 8 p.m. with a variety of cool treats, drinks and snacks.
The Garden Shop and Patio Café will be open until 8pm.
Online reservations are required and are limited to 50 guests every 30 minutes. Last admission is 8:30 p.m.
We want you to enjoy the Garden and be safe, please note that social distancing and face coverings will be required.
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