Tohono Chul is aglow with the magic of the season thanks to the return of its popular Holiday Nights event. This year, the event features even more lights, as well as additional dates and longer hours to keep the magic going all season long.

Tohono Chul’s Holiday Nights debuts on Friday, Dec. 5, with an exclusive members-only evening, and opens to the public starting Saturday, Dec. 6. Holiday Nights runs from 6-9 p.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 21. This timeless Tucson tradition welcomes families, friends and loved ones to stroll through Tohono Chul’s enchanting paths, which will be illuminated in the glow of thousands of twinkling lights.

Each evening, guests can enjoy festive live performances, sip hot cocoa or hot apple cider, nibble on sweet treats, and shop from local specialty craft vendors, artisans and makers. The Merry Market, located inside the Garden Pavilion, will be stocked with a curated selection of holiday gifts for purchase. Kids (and kids at heart) can look out for Santa and enjoy free craft activities. A full food and beverage menu will be available for purchase at the Garden Bistro.

Member admission begins at $20, general admission begins at $25 and admission for children between the ages of four and 12 begins at $10. Admission is free for children under four years of age.

To learn more about Holiday Nights at Tohono Chul and purchase tickets, visit https://tohonochul.org/holiday-nights/. For more about Tohono Chul, visit https://tohonochul.org/.