HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Huntsville Botanical Garden will open its annual Galaxy of Lights on Nov. 15, with "Driving Nights" running through Dec. 31.
Walking Nights
- Nov. 15 – Dec. 1 (closed Thanksgiving Day and Nov. 17)
- Dec. 4-8
- Dec. 18-26 (closed Christmas Day)
The event will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Ticket Prices for Walking Nights:
- Member Adult: $13 (non-peak), $17 (peak), $25 (gate)
- Non-Member Adult: $16 (non-peak), $20 (peak), $25 (gate)
- Member Child: $7 (non-peak), $10 (peak), $15 (gate)
- Non-Member Child: $9 (non-peak), $12 (peak), $15 (gate)
- Dogs: $5 on peak Walking Nights, no charge on non-peak
Driving Nights
- Dec. 9–17 and Dec. 27–31 (closed Christmas Day)
- Hours: 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. (last admission)
Ticket Prices for Driving Nights:
- Member: $25 (pre-purchase), $35 (gate: non-peak), $40 (gate: peak)
- Non-Member: $30 (pre-purchase), $35 (gate: non-peak), $40 (gate: peak)
Dog Nights
- Mondays and Tuesdays during Walking Nights: Nov. 18-19, Nov. 25-26, Dec. 23-24
- Admission is $5 per dog
This year’s Galaxy of Lights includes several exciting additions:
- The Mystical Forest: An enchanted winter woodland with over 1,100 dancing meadow grass poles that interact with visitors.
- Aquatic Wonder: A newly improved light canopy and walk inside the iconic structure bridging the Damson Aquatic Garden.
- A 30-foot-tall castle of lights at the entrance to the concessions area.
- Multiple food and beverage stations along the Walking Nights route.
- Larger-than-life snow globes and interactive lights in Holiday Lane, allowing visitors to become part of the light show.
The Galaxy of Lights will also host two holiday-themed runs in December:
The timed 5K Race (3.1 miles) will take place Monday, Dec. 2, with the course winding through the Galaxy of Lights trail. The race will start in two waves, beginning at 6 p.m. Pets, strollers, headphones, and non-registered participants are not allowed. Registration is $35 per runner, and each participant will receive a commemorative t-shirt.
The 3K Fun Run/Walk (1.8 miles) is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 3, with a 6:30 p.m. start time. The course, like the 5K, will wind through the light displays and features a mix of paved and gravel paths. The 3K is not a timed race but will include holiday music, festive lights, and prizes. Registration is $25 for participants ages 11 and older, and $15 for children ages 3-10.
