Walk Through One Million Holiday Lights At The Lewis Ginter GardenFest Of Lights In Virginia
By Beth|Published November 16, 2019
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A lifelong Virginia resident, Beth loves exploring different parts of the world and currently resides in Charlottesville. She holds a degree in English Literature and one of her short stories has been featured in the Shenandoah Review. Other interests include hiking, songwriting, and spending time in the mountains.
If you’re wondering what the best family-friendly holiday events in Virginia are this season, look no further than the annual Dominion GardenFest of Lights at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Each holiday season, the garden is positively transformed into a magical spectacle of glowing displays, trees, and other festive exhibits. Sip on hot cocoa and enjoy the magic of the season with your friends and loved ones.
If you've yet to experience the Dominion GardenFest of Lights, this is your year. This dazzling display has been voted #4 in the U.S. for "Best Botanical Garden Holiday Lights Show."
Visitors of all ages will enjoy the opportunity to walk through the garden and admire how the trees, plants, and other displays have been wrapped in colorful lights.
This year's theme will be "Magic in the Air," so you can look forward to beautiful bird motifs and other enchanting attractions. The Peacock, photographed below, was a highlight of last year's event.
One of the best parts of the whole event is the opportunity to find the lesser-known light displays, such as this walk-through bridge covered in purple lights.
The Dominion GardeFest of Lights takes place from late November through early January The event will be closed on Thanksgiving and December 24th and 25th. Visitors are required to book their timed tickets in advance. For more information about this beloved event, and to buy your own tickets, you can visit the official website by clicking here.
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