Fairchild Night Garden Experience
During Miami winters, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden transforms itself into The NightGarden, an enchanted, illuminated experience full of fantasy and wonderment, where things like the Wise Talking Tree, Archimedes and Flying Fairies come to life.
This magical garden is scheduled to be open Nov. 12, 2026 through Jan. 3, 2027.
Feast your eyes on stunning special effects and immerse yourself in a world of fantasy, where you can chat with a "wise tree" and use a special "FairyScope" (NightGarden's augmented reality game) to search for fairies.
This year, the garden has added more than 800 new lighting fixtures and added new features. Expect to see these features:
- The Welcoming Tree. This towering neon landmark greets guests with responsive light sequences activated by touch.
- Pixie’s Detour. A whimsical alternate pathway with playful projections, interactive triggers, and hidden surprises for those who wander off the main trail.
- Secret Garden Laser Show. The hidden grove is where synchronized lasers, lights, and soundscapes converge for a high-energy spectacle.
- Canopy Walk. A tranquil, sensory-free passage offering a moment of calm before guests rejoin the magic.
- Neon Roots (Upper Rainforest). The rainforest zone reimagined with glowing, root-inspired lighting and laser effects that transform the canopy into a living artwork.
- Tree of Life. This monumental new centerpiece is activated by guest touch, glowing with light and projection to bring the tree to life.
- Immersive Domes. Sculptural conservatory-style environments that act as fairy sanctuaries and photo-worthy vignettes.
- Revitalized Fairy Quest. This beloved exhibit returns with new lighting, soundscapes, and locations.
- Collaboration with Bubble Pops, the Orlando-based collectibles brand, which will present an installation inspired by the world of Labubu and the Monster Series. The experience will feature PopMart Labubu merchandise, giveaways and themed displays.
- Ice skating under the palms. New this year is a real ice rink (separate ad-on ticket required, $21 for adults and $18 for children).
You can buy food and beverages from Miami food trucks, cocktails and family-friendly treats.
Admission prices vary depending on peak dates. Ticket prices range from about $27 to $40, with children about $4 cheaper. Children up to 3 years old enter free of charge.
We found these discounts:
- Get 15% off your ticket if you buy between November 5 and November 9. Get that deal here
- Visit during the week and save.
- Buy a family or a group bundle.
- Discounts for seniors, military and Fairchild members. Members can buy tickets here.
- Join Fairchild as a Friends & Family NightGarden member and get four free tickets. You can get that offer here.
For more information on ticket prices, click here. Free self-parking is available.
(Video courtesy of Teresa Mears)
The NightGarden is located at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables. Hours are 5:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays and 5:45 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.
The exhibit is open Friday to Sunday in November, plus Thursday, Dec. 12, and Wednesday, Nov. 25 (but not Thanksgiving). In December, it is open Wednesday through Sunday through Dec. 6, then daily through Dec. 30, but closed December 13 and New Year's Eve. In January, it is open Friday through Sunday through Jan. 3, 2027.