Arboretum to CLOSE until Further Notice

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Due to recent further mandates on social distancing set forth by federal, state and local government officials, the Arboretum will be closing effective at 5 p.m., Monday, March 30 until further notice. Click the button below for more information on the Arboretum’s response to COVID-19.

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Winter Lights

Winter Lights at The N.C. Arboretum

Save the Date: November 20, 2020 – January 2, 2021

Experience Asheville’s BRIGHTEST holiday tradition atWinter Lights at The North Carolina Arboretum. Walk through the Arboretum’s gardens and enjoy unique displays and landscapes dressed in more than half-a-million holiday lights. Perfect for the entire family, Winter Lights includes interactive games, a model train exhibit, free crafts, a nature-themed animatronic children’s program and more! As the Arboretum’s largest fundraising event, proceeds generated from Winter Lights help support the Arboretum’s educational programs and exhibits year-round.

Winter Lights offers a wide array of family-friendly holiday activities. See lighted garden displays illuminate to the sounds of your favorite holiday tunes, roast delicious s’mores by the fire or enjoy a cup of holiday-inspired cocoa, cider or beer. There are plenty of things to see, eat, drink and experience at Winter Lights.

Please Thank Our Community Partners

Winter Lights

Winter Lights at The N.C. Arboretum

Save the Date: November 20, 2020 – January 2, 2021

See the Gardens in a Whole New Light!

Please Thank Our Community Partners