The L.A. Arboretum’s Internationally Acclaimed Lightscape Returns for the 2022 Holiday Season Bigger, Bolder, Brighter! 

Following its inaugural run in Los Angeles, internationally acclaimed Lightscape returns to the 127-acre Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden from November 11, 2022 through January 8, 2023. The enchanting, after-dark, illuminated trail will span one mile and feature spectacular sights with eye-catching artistic installations that come alive at night with color, imagination and sound. 

“In response to the success of its inaugural run, we are thrilled to return this magnificent holiday experience to the Los Angeles community at the Arboretum,” said Richard Schulhof, Director at Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden. “We look forward to hosting family and friends once again while providing a safe and festive way to celebrate the holiday season.”  

Lightscape returns with stunning new installations along a new expanded trail. Visitors will be treated to a one-of-a-kind, immersive experience in the garden, wandering into a festive world of wonder with thousands of twinkling lights in various installations that include the magnificent Winter Cathedral and a reimagined Fire Garden.

 The L.A. Arboretum produces Lightscape in association with Sony Music, which amazes millions of people year after year with similar shows in multiple locations across the U.K. Additionally, Lightscape is creatively produced by Culture Creative and promoted in partnership with WAD Entertainment.

Review: We attended this event on 2 occasions last year and loved it. It is so refreshing to have another holiday light option in the San Gabriel Valley. Lightscape didn't disappoint with its various themed areas, mix of music and larger than life installations artfully intertwined within the mature gardens. The entire installation took us about an hour and a half to walk during the media preview. I'd recommend athletic shoes due to the transition between the different ground coverings and for comfort. Temps can get cold at night so I'd recommend wearing a light jacket. The paths are stroller friendly. Parking is off site so plan plenty of time to catch the shuttle over to the Arboretum from the Mall Parking lot across the street.

Light Bites, adult bevys, hot cocoa, smore kits and more are available to enjoy at 2 different locations along the event path. This event is very family friendly and is now one of my top holiday light show events.

Tickets On-Sale Now for the Limited-Run Holiday Light Event, Opening to the Public November 11

Dates
November 11, 2022 – January 8, 2023

Entry times (ticketed)
5:30pm-8:45pm in 15-minute intervals (closes at 10pm)

Tickets*

Adults: $39 peak days/$37 non-peak days
Child (3-12): $20/$18
Infants: (0-2 years): free
*Additional $3 service fee per ticket applies.

Arboretum Members**

Adults: $36 peak days/$34 non-peak days
Child (3-12): $17/$15
Infants: (0-2 years): free
**Additional $3 service fee per ticket applies.

Parking

Off-site remote parking included with all tickets.
On-site Preferred Parking $20
On-site Valet Parking $40

Flextime Tickets

$80 General Public; $75 members

Separate entrance
Entry anytime during Early or Late time slots on ticketed date
On-site parking included

Lightscape opens to the public on Friday, November 11, 2022 and runs during select dates through Sunday, January 8, 2023. Visit arboretum.org/lightscape for more information and to purchase tickets.