Fairchild’s NightGarden & discounts

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 gorgeous magical garden is scheduled to open on Nov. 10, 2023, and run through January 7, 2024. The dates has been extended to include Jan. 12-14, and Jan. 19 and 20.

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. While you're at it, make this a special night out on the town and enjoy some of Miami's most popular food trucks.

Admission prices vary depending on peak dates. Ticket prices begin at $25 for adults (anyone 11 and older) and $20 for children 3 to 10. During peak dates in December, prices are $35 for age 10 and younger and $40 for age guests age 10 and older. Children up to 2 years old enter free of charge.

We found these discounts:

• Visit during the week and save $5.
• Attend one of the last two sessions of the night and save an additional $5.
• Save 10 percent if you are military, 65-plus or a student with ID. s
• 10% discount for group bundle of at least 6 
• 15% discount for group bundle of at least 15

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 9 p.m. on Sundays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; 6-10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Starting Dec. 18, the show is also open from 6 to 10 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays. It is closed Thanksgiving Day but open Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

For more information, visit thenightgarden.com. 

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