Fairchild’s NightGarden & discounts: new promo code

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. 7, 2025 through Jan. 11, 2026.

NightGarden “Wise Tree.” Photo courtesy of Kilburn Live

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.
• Movie Nights at the Garden. On select evenings, guests can watch classic holiday films.
• 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.

The event also includes holiday moving on select nights, shown at 6:30 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. Here is the schedule:

• Saturday, November 8: Unaccompanied Minors
• Friday, November 14: The Polar Express
• Friday, November 21: Arthur Christmas
• Wednesday, November 26: Nightmare Before Christmas
• Sunday, November 30: The Smurfs Christmas & Shrek the Halls (double feature)
• Saturday, December 6: Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas
• Friday, December 12: Merry Madagascar & Kung Fu Panda Holiday (double feature)
• Friday, December 19: The Santa Clause
• Monday, December 22: White Christmas

You can buy food and beverages from Miami food trucks, cocktails and family-friendly treats.

Admission prices vary depending on peak dates. Ticket prices begin at $28 for adults (anyone 11 and older) and $23 for children 4 to 10. Children up to 2 years old enter free of charge.

We found these discounts:

• Buy tickets before midnight on Sunday, November 9, 2025, and get 20% off with promo code NGMiami20. You can get that deal here.
• Visit during the week and save.
• Buy a family or a group bundle.
• Discounts for seniors and Fairchild members.
• 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 6 to 10 p.m. weekdays and 6 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. 

The exhibit is open Thursday to Sunday in November, plus Wednesday, Nov. 26 (but not Thanksgiving). In December, it is open Wednesday through Sunday through Dec. 7, then daily through Dec. 30, but closed Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. In January, it is open Thursday through Sunday through Jan. 11, 2026.

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