Begins December 3rd with select evenings through January 2027!
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.
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!
Brighter Winter Nights information & FAQ:
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ALL TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE!
Members & Kids ages 6 and under must be registered!
Last entry taken 30 minutes before close
OFF-PEAK: December 3rd - December 17th
Thursdays - Sundays | 5:00 - 8:00pm*
$12 for non-members | FREE for members & kids ages 6 and underPEAK: December 18th - January 3rd
Open every evening excluding Christmas & New Year’s Day | 4:30 - 8:30pm*
$16 for non-members | FREE for members & kids ages 6 and underOFF-PEAK: January 10th - January 31st
Saturdays & Sundays | 5:00 - 8:00pm*
$12 for non-members | FREE for members & kids ages 6 and underNo refunds or exchanges on tickets within 24 hours of entry time.
*Last entry taken 30 minutes before close.
Tea and hot chocolate available for purchase —
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To reschedule 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!
MORE INFO COMING SOON!
Last entry taken 30 minutes before close.
Hot chocolate, tea, and cider available for purchase.
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Remember to dress warmly; this event is almost entirely outdoors
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Last entry is taken 30 minutes before close.
For timeslot tickets December 18th - January 4th, please arrive as close to your entry time as possible. If you cannot make your entry time, you will still be granted entry as long as you arrive by 8:00pm.
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Guests typically spend forty-five minutes to an hour.
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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.