Summer sunsets in South Carolina often deliver breathtaking displays of light. And one of the more exquisite places to witness evening lighting is Brookgreen Gardens in Murrells Inlet. If you’ve already discovered Brookgreen’s holiday lights extravaganza during the winter, then just wait until you see their summer rendition: Summer Light: Art by Night.

Gates open for Summer Light at 7 p.m., which is definitely early enough to see a lot of the gardens by daylight and also watch the transition at sunset.
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If you've never been to Brookgreen, then you're in for a beautiful evening of strolling through perfectly crafted gardens filled with flora and sculptures.
And every Wednesday through Saturday through August 21st, you'll also be treated to a special summer exhibit, called Summer Light: Art by Night.
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Get ready to be in awe of some spectacular light displays, like the ones seen above and below.
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It's a brand new event for Brookgreen and has never before been seen here.
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Look forward to nightly live music in the Pegasus field, with music sets scheduled for 7:15, 8:15, and 9:15.
Photo provided by Lou Hammond Group for Brookgreen Gardens (used with permission)
The gardens' restaurant will be open serving boxed meals you can devour outdoors, and regular food trucks will rotate in during the summer with additional food choices so you can make an entire evening of it at Brookgreen.
Photo provided by Lou Hammond Group for Brookgreen Gardens (used with permission)
And you can quench your thirst at beverage stations found throughout the gardens.
Photo provided by Lou Hammond Group for Brookgreen Gardens (used with permission)

Scroll down this link to see the entertainment schedule for Summer Light: Art by Night. You can purchase tickets online at that same link Tickets for non-members are $25/adult and $15/child. Learn more from the official website for Brookgreen Gardens.

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