Brighter Winter Nights

Experience the Garden as a winter wonderland! Featuring botanical themed light displays, ice luminarias, cozy firepits, a kicksled trail, and model train!

Select Evenings December through February!

Bring your own mug to enjoy hot drinks throughout the Garden! No disposable cups will be provided. Last entry is taken 30 minutes before close.

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Presented by ConocoPhillips Alaska

Brighter Winter Nights information & FAQ:

  • ALL TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE
    Last entry taken 30 minutes before close

    Please note ticket types vary between OFF-PEAK (FLEX) and PEAK nights
    OFF-PEAK (FLEX) tickets may be redeemed once on any OFF-PEAK night! Select any date listed to complete purchase.
    PEAK tickets may only be redeemed on the date and timeslot designated on your ticket.
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    OFF-PEAK: December 5th - December 14th
    Thursdays - Sundays | 5:00 - 8:00pm
    $12 — Non-members (ages 7 and up)
    $8 — Members (ages 7 and up)
    FREE — Kids ages 6 & under*
    Purchase OFF-PEAK (FLEX) tickets here.
    Select any date listed on the OFF-PEAK ticket page
    *Kids under 7 must be registered
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    PEAK: December 18th - January 4th (ASD Winter Break)
    Every evening except Christmas and New Year’s Day | 4:30 - 8:30pm
    $16 — Non-members (ages 7 and up)
    $10 — Members (ages 7 and up)
    FREE — Kids ages 6 & under*
    *Kids under 7 must be registered
    Purchase PEAK tickets here
    Please arrive within the hour of your ticket time slot
    Example: 6:00pm ticketholders may arrive anytime between 6:00 - 6:59pm.
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    PEAK: The Longest Winter Night
    December 20th | 4:30 - 8:30pm
    Ring in the coming of the winter solstice with an extra packed Brighter Winter Night!
    • Lantern Walk at 5:00pm & 7:00pm: bust out your wearable lights and glowsticks!
    Walk the Garden’s loop for a fun parade of lights! 5:00pm and at 7:00pm.
    • Enjoy a short outdoor movie (on loop) with a POPCORN MACHINE!
    • Plus, Yeti Dogs available for purchase.
    ALL THE ABOVE is ALL AGES and included with Admission (PEAK rate).

    A partitioned Beer Garden will run concurrently with Brighter Winter Nights on the 20th
    • 21+ ONLY (IDs checked upon entry).
    • Guests may exit and reenter the Beer Garden to explore the event!
    • $6 per drink ticket (sold at the Admission Booth).
    Purchase PEAK tickets here
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    PEAK: Ice Sculpture Competition
    December 29th - January 4th | 4:30 - 8:30pm
    Voting will take place January 3rd & 4th during Brighter Winter Nights!
    Purchase PEAK tickets here
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    OFF-PEAK: January 10th - February 22nd
    Saturdays & Sundays | 5:00 - 8:00pm
    $12 — Non-members (ages 7 and up)
    $8 — Members (ages 7 and up)
    FREE — Kids ages 6 & under*
    Purchase OFF-PEAK (FLEX) tickets here
    Select any date listed on the OFF-PEAK ticket page
    *Kids under 7 must be registered

    No refunds on tickets. 

    Last entry taken 30 minutes before close.
    Hot chocolate, tea, and cider available for purchase.
    Please bring your own mug to enjoy your drink on the path!

  • FLEX tickets may be redeemed on any OFF-PEAK night of the event
    (December 4th - 14th & January 10th - February) regardless of the date you select during checkout.

    Example: tickets purchased for December 13th may be redeemed any night the event runs December 4th - 14th and January 10th - February.

    To reschedule PEAK tickets (which may only be redeemed on the DATE & TIME designated on the ticket) you must contact the Garden 24 hours prior to your entry time. We cannot reschedule within 24 hours of your ticket entry time.

    Email: garden@alaskabg.org
    Phone: 907-770-3692

  • Ring in the coming of the winter solstice with an extra packed Brighter Winter Night!
    • Lantern Walk at 5:00pm & 7:00pm: bust out your wearable lights and glowsticks!
    Walk the Garden’s loop for a fun parade of lights! 5:00pm and at 7:00pm.
    • Enjoy a short outdoor movie (on loop) with a POPCORN MACHINE!
    • Plus, Yeti Dogs available for purchase.
    ALL THE ABOVE is ALL AGES and included with Admission (PEAK rate).

    A partitioned Beer Garden will run concurrently with Brighter Winter Nights on the 20th
    • 21+ ONLY (IDs checked upon entry).
    • Guests may exit and reenter the Beer Garden to explore the event!
    • $6 per drink ticket (sold at the Admission Booth). Limit 2 per person.

    Purchase PEAK tickets here
    No refunds on tickets. 

    Last entry taken 30 minutes before close.
    Hot chocolate, tea, and cider available for purchase.
    Please bring your own mug to enjoy your drink on the path!

  • Register to participate by December 19th!
    Novice carvers and teams are welcome!

    Carving begins December 27th.

    Voting will take place during Brighter Winter Nights on January 3rd & 4th!

    Tickets must be purchased in advance.
    No refunds on tickets. 

    Last entry taken 30 minutes before close.
    Hot chocolate, tea, and cider available for purchase.
    Please bring your own mug to enjoy your drink on the path!

  • Remember to dress warmly; this event is almost entirely outdoors

  • Last entry is taken 30 minutes before close.

    For timeslot tickets during ASD Winter Break, please arrive as close to your entry time as possible.

  • Guests typically spend forty-five minutes to an hour.

  • When purchasing tickets, be sure to enter your name and email address correctly in order to receive a confirmation.

    Please check your SPAM folder if you do not receive a confirmation in your inbox.

    You do not need to print the confirmation, just present the QR code(s) in your confirmation email at check-in. Staff will also have a registration list.

Hot Beverages

Tea and hot chocolate (gluten free) will be available for purchase in the Greenhouse

Please bring your own mug to enjoy your drink in the Garden! Limited mugs to borrow are available, but cannot be taken outside the Greenhouse.

Disposable cups will not be provided.  

Guests are also welcome to bring their own hot beverages to this event.

Looking for a Gift Idea?

Consider gifting an ABG membership or digital gift certificate to a friend, family member, or loved one. Gift certificates can be applied towards gift shop items, memberships, or Brighter Winter Nights tickets.

To purchase a membership as a gift, continue with the membership button below and you will be prompted to add the recipient’s information during the checkout process.

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