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November 28, 2025 - January 3, 2026
Pittsburgh Botanic Garden
799 Pinkerton Run Rd, Oakdale, PA 15071

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Immerse yourself in the wonder of the holidays

A mile-long journey of awe-inspiring light experiences

Highlights of this year’s experience…

UPDATED 2025 EXPERIENCES LIST COMING SOON!!!

  • Created by The Memoir Agency, the trusted team behind epic, immersive events across the country, Dazzling Nights is an awe-inspiring, annual holiday event.

  • Enjoy new, one-of-a-kind holiday experiences and immersive lighting displays:

    • Experience the brilliance of hundreds of thousands of lights festooning the trees throughout the garden

    • Travel through a bright, 70’ long tunnel of lights

    • Celebrate among nightly snowfall

    • Explore a forest of dancing light synchronized to music

    • Travel through a meadow illuminated by candy-cane white and red neon

    • Get in a festive spirit with live holiday music from local Pittsburgh musicians

    • Gather for a family photo in front of a giant, shimmering Holiday Celebration Tree

    • The evening wouldn’t be complete without sweet treats and holiday (and adult) beverages.

Check out the official Dazzling Nights 2024 Event Map!

A one-of-a-kind family adventure!

A great night out with friends!

The perfect date night ❤️

It’s time to celebrate the holidays!

Important Info

DATES : November 28, 2025 - January 3, 2026

LOCATION : Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, 799 Pinkerton Run Rd, Oakdale, PA 15071

TIMES : Entry times begin at 5:00 pm and continue every 15 minutes throughout the night.

TICKETS : Tickets must be purchased for a specific time and date, and are available online only. Tickets are $22-$27 for adults and $19-$24 for children (plus fees). Children 3 and under enter free.

ARRIVAL : For on-site parking, please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled entry time. For free off-site parking with ADA Accessible shuttle, please arrive 45 minutes before your ticketed entry time.

PARKING : Limited, on-site parking pass for Pittsburgh Botanic Garden can be purchased online in advance for a fee.

ON-SITE PARKING ADDRESS (parking pass required):

  • Pittsburgh Botanic Garden

  • 799 Pinkerton Run Rd

  • Oakdale, PA 15071

Complimentary off-site parking and an ADA Accessible shuttle will be provided as a FREE alternative located at Settlers Cabin Park Wave Pool.

OFF-SITE PARKING ADDRESS (no parking pass required):

  • Settlers Cabin Park Wave Pool

  • 600 Ridge Rd

  • Robinson, PA 15025

Please arrive at the ADA Accessible shuttle stop 45 minutes before your ticketed entry time.

ACCESSIBLE PARKING: is available at the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden on a first come, first served basis only with valid disability parking permit displayed.

FOOD : Dazzle your tastebuds with holiday-inspired nosh and nibbles along with tasty dessert options available for purchase throughout the duration of the event. Check out our beverage tents for chilled or toasty seasonal beverage selections.

WEATHER : Dazzling Nights is open regardless of rain or snow, unless severe weather necessitates a cancellation for the safety of our team and guests. If a cancellation happens, our box office will email guests directly.

For further information, please check out our FAQ!

Please be aware

Dazzling Nights is a night time walking experience through a large, natural environment that includes steps at certain points. Attendees are urged to wear proper footwear and remain attentive of the ground conditions and their surroundings at all times as they enjoy their walk through the lights of Dazzling Nights. Guests are encouraged to use flashlights (e.g.mobile phone flashlights or handheld flashlights) while experiencing Dazzling Nights for way finding, if needed. Make sure you and your family are dressed for the weather, as the entirety of the event takes place outdoors. If you have any concerns or need assistance at any time, please speak to a nearby staff person.

Visit the garden all year round!

Enjoy a stroll through gardens and woodlands. Experience the gardens’ exhibits. Enjoy food and drinks at Canopy Café. Shop at Forage & Finds for local goods, merchandise and native plants. There’s so much for you to do at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden!