Meijer Gardens Light Show ENLIGHTEN is Back With A One of A Kind Experience
Whether you love the holidays or just love light shows, ENLIGHTEN is a must-see show of the season, right here at Meijer Gardens.
Seriously, they transform the gardens into a winter wonderland that would make Clark Griswold weep with joy. We’re talking a full mile of jaw-dropping light installations here. Really.
On select nights November 23, 2026 – January 10, 2027, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park morphs into ENLIGHTEN. This year’s event is set to run one week longer than years past!
It’s part light show, part art exhibition, part holiday celebration and part “whoa!”
This special ticket will take you on a stroll from stunning art and nature into a magical night with breathtaking light displays set to music. You’ll have to stop just to take it all in.
Make this unforgettable sensory experience one of your top Christmas events of season.Â
November 23, 2026 – January 10, 2027 (typically Wed – Sun)
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
1000 East Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
What to Expect at ENLIGHTEN
Let me break it down for you:
- beloved outdoor Meijer Garden sculptures like the “The American Horse” are getting a glow-up that will make you see them in a whole new… well, light
- multiple on-site food locations will be open, serving up warm and cold drinks along with seasonal food offerings
- illuminated paths take you on a mile-long adventure through the gardens and twinkling lights
And, here’s the kicker – they’re letting us play with the lights, too. That’s right, interactive elements mean you get to control some of the magic.
The folks at Meijer Gardens suggest planning 1½ – 2 hours to walk the path, but if you’re anything like me, you might need 3 just to pick your jaw up off the ground. Strollers and wheelchair users, this is accessible for you, too.
Warm Up and Glow-Up
As you enter the gardens for ENLIGHTEN, and at several spots throughout the path, there are tents to pause to take a break, grab a snack or drink and warm up. Of course, you can also buy some cool glowing merch to make your experience even more magical.
Or keep walking and pause by one of the many firepits for a warm-up.
Your Ticket
The going rate for tickets depends on whether you’re a member and how much holiday spirit you can handle before bursting into a cloud of glitter.
Prices range from $16 for the kids to $32 for adults. Different pricing tiers – “Value” and “Peak” – reflect the projected demand for certain dates. Plus, if you’re looking for a special night, check out the Dinner Packages for a truly magical experience.
New this year, choose from one of two Dinner Packages. Enjoy the Holiday Dinner Package where Santa & Mrs. Clause stop by to say hello, or the Winter Dinner Package featuring a specially curated meal inspired by the Chihuly art on exhibit.
Members, you get the best deals, with prices ranging from $15 – $29.
Timed tickets are available now.
Enlighten Value
November 23, 29 & 30, 2026
December 6, 7, 9, 13, 14, 16, 17, 27, 28 & 29, 2026
January 3, 6-10, 2027
Enlighten Standard
November 25, 27 & 28, 2026
December 4, 12, 18-23, 26 & 30, 2026
January 2, 2027
Enlighten Dinner Packages
December 4, 12, 18, 19, 20, 22 & 23, 2026
January 2, 3, 6-10, 2027
Grab your timed tickets – and do it fast. Word on the street is that some nights are going to sell out pronto.
Christmas Trees Displays Included!
Your ticket also includes entry to the annual University of Michigan Health-West: Christmas & Holiday Traditions exhibition, letting you explore 40+ trees and displays celebrating holiday customs from around the globe.
Why You Should Brave the Cold for This
It’s art, it’s tech, it’s holiday cheer – all rolled into one spectacular package that’ll make your Instagram page look like a dream.
So grab your mittens and your sense of wonder – from November 23 – January 10, Meijer Gardens is gonna be the place to be.
See you there, Grand Rapids!
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