Winter Lights at

The North Carolina Arboretum

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1 Million Lights

A spectacular display

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1-Mile Trail

Through the gardens

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Live Music

Local performances

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Festive Treats

Cocoa & s’mores

November 13, 2026 – January 3, 2027

Tickets on Sale October 1, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

Thank you for making our 12th annual Winter Lights a fantastic experience! We are so appreciative of the incredible response and also for the wonderful support of our Presenting Sponsor and Community Partners. We look forward to seeing you at the next Winter Lights!

Winter Lights at the Japanese Garden

Experience the Arboretum in a Whole New Light!

Cocoa Shack decorated with lights

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White stag made out of holiday lights

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Pond scene made out of holiday lights

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Thank you to all of our 2025 partners:

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