Name: Las Noches de las Luminarias
Start: 2026-12-05T17:30:00-07:00
End: 2026-12-05T21:30:00-07:00
Location: Desert Botanical Garden

A beloved Arizona tradition returns ... bigger, brighter and more vibrant than ever.

Member Tickets on Sale Oct. 1 General Admission tickets on sale Oct. 16

Experience more nights, more music and more twinkle as the Garden transforms into a dazzling holiday escape filled with thousands of glowing luminarias, radiant light displays, expanded live entertainment and performances and festive moments around every Garden corner.

Super Bloom

The Garden is blooming BIG with Super Bloom by Graphic Rewilding. This immersive experience that transforms the Garden into a larger-than-life celebration of flowers, color and creativity.

Winter Decor

The desert is dressed for the season. Twinkling lights, festive touches and unexpected holiday tree and wreath displays turn the Garden into a winter wonderland with a distinctly Sonoran Desert twist. Come see the Garden all decked out and glowing.

Live Music & Performances

Cue the music. From lively beats to festive performances by Traveler World Orchestra, Simply Three and Vinyl Station to name a few, there’s always something to hear, see and tap your toes to. Grab a spot, soak it all in and let the sounds of the season set the mood.

Members Weekend

Dec. 4-6

Thank You to our Members Weekend Sponsor, Lexus
Members, this one’s for you. Celebrate your Garden with an extra dose of festive fun during Members Weekend. Enjoy special moments, member perks and plenty of reasons to bring your favorite people along for the glow.

Dining & Drinks

Sip. Stroll. Celebrate. Make your Luminaria experience even more delicious with festive bites, seasonal sips and plenty of treats along the way. Because a night under the lights is always better with something good in hand.

During Las Noches de las Luminarias, reservations for Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s are highly recommended and are available through OpenTable.

Make Holiday Memories with Sonoran Santa and Mrs. Claus

Nov. 27-29, Dec. 18-23

Gather the family, strike a pose and capture a festive photo you’ll treasure all season long.

Purchase a Luminaria Tribute Bag

Honor a loved one or celebrate a special occasion with a personalized message on a special luminaria bag that will be displayed at the Ottosen Entry Garden Terrace during Las Noches de las Luminarias. The last day to purchase a tribute bag is Dec. 9.

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