Orlando Florida, September 11, 2025
News Summary
Leu Gardens is set to host the sixth annual Dazzling Nights, showcasing an expanded holiday light experience featuring over one million lights. The event runs nightly from late November to early January, offering a 3/4 mile path with immersive displays and attractions, including a stunning 30-foot tall golden tree. Tickets will be available for purchase in late September, with various pricing options for adults and children. Attendees can enjoy limited holiday-themed food and beverages, live entertainment, and enhanced accessibility during their visit.
Orlando — Leu Gardens will host the sixth annual Dazzling Nights holiday light experience beginning November 28, 2025 and running nightly through January 4, 2026. Tickets go on sale September 29, 2025. The event will operate each evening from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Immediate details
The event expands this year with more lights and a longer path, making it the largest installation to date. Organizers describe a path of approximately 3/4 mile that includes expanded immersive displays, additional holiday-themed attractions, interactive light installations and a prominent 30-foot tall golden tree. The overall display will feature over one million lights.
Tickets, pricing and parking
Ticket prices vary by date and age category. Adults should expect to pay between $22 and $28, while children’s tickets range from $19 to $24. These price ranges do not include taxes and processing fees. On-site parking is available for $16 plus fees, with valet offered for $30 plus fees. Attendees are advised to arrive 30–45 minutes early to allow time for parking and to avoid peak entry times.
Event experience and amenities
The gardens will offer limited food and beverage options focused on holiday drinks and sweet treats. Visitors should budget roughly $10 for drinks and between $7 and $10 for snacks. Live entertainment is scheduled each evening along the route. The trail includes benches at intervals for rest, and restrooms are available within the gardens. The Welcome Center houses larger restroom facilities and a water bottle refill station.
Accessibility and safety
The path spans roughly 3/4 mile and can be uneven in places. Closed-toe shoes are recommended for comfort and safety. Benches along the trail provide regular resting points, and standard restroom facilities are accessible in the Welcome Center. Visitors with mobility concerns should plan accordingly for surface conditions and travel distance.
Production and community support
The event is produced by Creative City Project with support from AdventHealth. The stated goals include creating memorable seasonal experiences while fostering community connection and well-being through public programming and accessible holiday events.
What’s new this year
This edition of Dazzling Nights adds expanded immersive displays and additional themed attractions compared with previous years. Interactive light elements have been increased to offer more hands-on and photogenic moments along the trail. The longer route allows for more installations and a broader distribution of displays through the garden grounds.
Visitor tips and practical information
- Expect the event to run nightly from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. between November 28, 2025 and January 4, 2026.
- Buy tickets after they go on sale on September 29, 2025. Check for specific date-based pricing and fees at purchase.
- Arrive early—30 to 45 minutes recommended—to secure parking and reduce time waiting to enter the gardens.
- Wear closed-toe shoes; expect some uneven surfaces along the 3/4-mile path.
- Bring a small amount of cash or card for limited food and drink purchases; budget roughly $7–$10 for snacks and $10 for drinks.
- Restrooms and a water refill station are available at the Welcome Center; benches are placed along the trail for breaks.
Background
Dazzling Nights at Leu Gardens began in previous seasons as an illuminated holiday walk-through designed to bring seasonal displays to a botanical garden setting. Over multiple years the event has scaled up in size and attendance, integrating new light technology and interactive elements. The 2025 edition represents a continued expansion in both physical footprint and programming, with a concentrated effort on immersive displays and nightly live entertainment to broaden the visitor experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Dazzling Nights run?
The event runs nightly from November 28, 2025, through January 4, 2026, between 5:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
When do tickets go on sale and how much do they cost?
Tickets go on sale September 29, 2025. Adult ticket prices range from $22 to $28, and children’s tickets range from $19 to $24. Taxes and processing fees are additional.
How long is the route and what should I wear?
The trail is about 3/4 mile long and may have uneven sections. Closed-toe shoes are recommended for safety and comfort.
Is parking available?
On-site parking is available for $16 plus fees; valet parking is offered for $30 plus fees. Arriving 30–45 minutes before your scheduled time is recommended to allow for parking and entry.
Will there be food and entertainment?
Limited food and beverage options will be available, including holiday drinks and sweet treats. Live entertainment is scheduled each evening. Budget approximately $7–$10 for snacks and about $10 for drinks.
What accessibility amenities are provided?
Benches are located along the path for resting, and restrooms are available in the gardens with larger facilities and a water refill station at the Welcome Center. Visitors with mobility needs should note that some path surfaces may be uneven.
Quick Reference Chart: Key Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event dates | November 28, 2025 – January 4, 2026 |
| Daily hours | 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. |
| Ticket sale date | September 29, 2025 |
| Adult ticket price | $22 – $28 (plus taxes/fees) |
| Child ticket price | $19 – $24 (plus taxes/fees) |
| Path length | Approximately 3/4 mile |
| Lights | Over 1,000,000 lights; 30-foot golden tree |
| Parking | On-site $16 + fees; Valet $30 + fees |
| Food & drinks | Limited; budget ~$7–$10 for snacks, ~$10 for drinks |
| Producer and supporter | Produced by Creative City Project; supported by AdventHealth |
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Additional Resources
- Click Orlando: What’s New for Dazzling Nights
- Orlando Date Night Guide: Dazzling Nights Tips
- My News 13: Allison Walker on Dazzling Nights
- Advent Health: Dazzling Nights Returns
- Orlando Sentinel: Dazzling Nights at Leu Gardens
- Wikipedia: Holiday Lights
- Google Search: Dazzling Nights Orlando
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Christmas Lights
- Google News: Dazzling Nights
- Time Out: Where to See Christmas Lights in Orlando
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