Garden of Lights at Brookside Gardens is back and brighter than ever! The Montgomery County holiday season favorite opened November 22 and runs through January 5, 2025 with only occasional closures around Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. It is a rain or shine event in the beautiful, 50-acre outdoor gardens in Wheaton, Maryland.
MMC-TV got the scoop on what to expect this year from Stephanie Oberle, Director at Brookside Gardens. The half-mile loop is filled with all of the old favorites like a rainbow canopy, Loch Ness monster, and twinkling sky-high pine tree. New additions include flamingos with a reflecting glow in the pond and rows of color-changing jumping pads.
Oberle also explains that it’s the Montgomery Parks setting that makes this winter wonderland so unique, as compared to other light shows in the area. The intricate, nature-inspired light displays are embedded within the trees, flowerbeds, and manicured grounds. The set-up process takes about three months beginning in August.
Watch to learn more about Garden of Lights, including tips for getting the most out of your visit. Hours are 5-9:30pm and tickets are available here.
Note: Don’t miss the Garden Railway Exhibit at the Brookside Gardens Conservatory, open daily 10am-3:45pm through January 4, 2025. Admission is free but it is not open during the Garden of Lights hours.
