Las Noches de las Luminarias

As the Desert Botanical Garden celebrates its 35th year of Las Noches de las Luminarias, we invite you to join us for one of the Valley’s longest and most unique holiday events. Each night of Luminaria, the Garden comes to life with the soft glow from more than 8,000 hand-lit luminaria bags and thousands of white twinkle lights. As you walk the paths with a warm cup of cider, the sounds of handbells ringing and Dickens Carolers singing remind you of what the season is all about. Make plans with family and friends to attend this year’s Las Noches de las Luminarias.

Ticket Information

Garden Members | Buy Tickets

• $20 for adults, $10 for children (ages 3-12) (children under three are admitted free)
• Member Preview Nights: November 30, December 1, 2

General Public | Buy Tickets

Become a member today and save on tickets!

• $25 for adults, $12.50 for children (ages 3-12) (children under three are admitted free)
• Dates: December 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30

Groups

• For 25 or more tickets please call 480 481.8104. Ask about private group dining options. Group discount will apply.

Season for Sharing

This year when you purchase your Luminaria tickets, you will have the opportunity to help those in need by donating to Season for Sharing during the check-out process. Your donation will be matched .50 on the dollar. Season for Sharing funds agencies that help at-risk children and families, improve education, aid victims of domestic violence and serve the elderly.

Questions?

• Luminaria FAQs
• Call the Garden’s box office at 480 481.8188.

Rain Cancellation: In the event of a cancellation due to rain, please review our Rain Policy for Ticket Holders.

Parking & Accessibility

• Carpool With Family and Friends – Help the Garden with its green initiative and share the parking lot with others.
• Electric scooters and wheelchairs can be reserved in advance on a first-come, first-served basis by calling 480 481.8188.
• Download a Garden Trail Guide.

Entertainment

Nightly

• The Harp Foundation – Harp
  Schilling Entry Arbor
• Mariachi Pasión – Traditional Acoustic Mariachi
  Donor Wall in front of Admissions Booth
• Traveler – World Music/Dynamic Violin
  Amphitheater
• J.T.’s Island Steel – Steel Drum
  Harriet K. Maxwell Desert Wildflower Loop Trail – Binns Wildflower Pavilion
  *Not performing Friday November 30
• Chris Burton Jácome – Flamenco Guitar
  Steele Herb Garden
• Sonoran Jazz Quartet – Jazz, Funk
  Boppart Courtyard
• The Dickens Carolers – Traditional Christmas
  Desert Discovery Loop Trail – pullout across from Webster Center
• Duncan Family – Native American Storytelling and Flute
  Plants & People of the Sonoran Desert (Akimel O’odham Household)
• Big Nick & the Gila Monsters – Blues
  Ullman Terrace (continuous music alternating with Groove Merchant Horns)
• Groove Merchant Horns – Eclectic Jazz/R&B
  Ullman Terrace (continuous music alternating with Big Nick & the Gila Monsters)
• Duncan Family – Native American Storytelling and Flute
  Plants & People of the Sonoran Desert Trail Apache Household
• Poranguí – Acoustic World Soul
  Plants & People of the Sonoran Desert Trail Akimel O’odham Household
• Member Preview Nights Only – A Cowboy Christmas An American Tale
  Center for Desert Living Trail Patio Garden

Enjoy an inspiring tale of the Old West and ever-present Christmas spirit with A Cowboy Christmas An American Tale. Meet and visit with Academy Award® nominated Arizona screenwriter/author Tom Van Dyke as he signs and shares excerpts from this great story, and be reminded of the beloved nature and soul of the Sonoran Desert.

Handbell Ensembles

Webster Center

• Desert Bells International
  • November 30, December 1, 7, 8, 15, 18, 19, 26, 27, 28 & 30
• Kyrene Middle School Scorpion Bells
  • December 2 & 9
• Campanillas del Sol
  • December 14, 21 & 22
• Dayspring Bells
  • December 16 & 17
• Mountain View Lutheran Bells of Praise
  • December 20
• First Presbyterian Church Mesa Dei Gloriam Ensemble
  • December 23
• North Scottsdale/Dove of the
  Desert UMC
  • December 29

Entertainment subject to change.

Dining

• Catered by Fabulous Food Fine Catering and Events
• It is recommended that you purchase meal tickets in advance or you may purchase them at the Admissions Box Office.
• Dining located in Dorrance Hall.

Meal Ticket

• Adults – $17.50 Inclusive of tax
• Children -$9.50 per Child (12 and under) – Inclusive of tax

Buffet Menu

• Fabulous Food’s Caesar Salad with Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Croutons and House Caesar Dressing
• Fresh Fruit Salad: melons, pineapple and strawberries
• Chef Attended Carving Station: Roast Sirloin of Beef and Roasted Portabella Mushroom Demi
• Grilled Breast of Chicken with lemon and herbs
• Fresh Baked Herbed Focaccia Bread with Creamery Butter
• Potato Gnocchi: Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Pesto, Fresh Vegetables
• Roasted Red Potatos with rosemary and olive oil
• Sautéed Green Beans, Bell Peppers, Orange and Yellow Carrots with Herb Butter

Dessert

• Pumpkin Cinnamon Spice Tiramisu: Pumpkin Mascarpone Filling, Whipped Cream, Tender Sponge Cake, Spice Syrup topped with whipped cream
• Assorted Fresh Baked Cookies

Beverages

• Chilled Iced Water with Arizona Lemon Wheels
• Fresh Brewed Iced Tea
• Decaffeinated Coffee with Cream and Sweetener
• Creamy Hot Chocolate with Miniature Marshmallows
• Warm Spiced Apple Cider with Cinnamon Sticks and Clove

Additional Dining Options

The Patio Café, located on Ullman Terrace, will also be open nightly and offer the following specials:

• Pork Green Chili – Pork with Green Chiles, Onions and Jack Cheese with Tri-Colored Tortilla Chips ($6.50 + tax)
• Curried Butternut Squash Soup With Herb Crostini ($5.00 + tax)
• Pumpkin Cinnamon Spice Tiramisu – Pumpkin Mascarpone Filling, Whipped Cream, Tender Sponge Cake, Spice Syrup Whipped Cream ($5.00 + tax)
• Caramel Apple Cobbler – Warm Apple Cobbler, Valilla Ice Cream, Drizzled with Caramel Sauce ($6.00 + tax)
• Churros – Plain or Apple Cinnamon ($2.00 + tax)

Enjoy a wine flight – Purchase wine by the glass or bottle, enjoy a wine flight at our seasonal Retail Wine Store

Honor a Loved One During Luminaria

Sponsor a Luminaria Bag

Sponsor a Luminaria bag in honor or in memory of a loved one and your personal message will be displayed on the bag throughout the run of Las Noches de las Luminarias. Sponsorship is $100 per bag.

Walk of Hope

Honor a loved one who has battled cancer by leaving a tribute, provided free of charge, at the Walk of Hope. Sponsored by: