Image shows the Christmas Village at Dallas Arboretum.
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Ready or not, the holiday season is upon us. While some more eager beavers are already decorating for the merry season – looking at you, Mom – the holidays officially kick off at the Dallas Arboretum November 12. On top of reprising its beloved 12 Days of Christmas gazebos, European Christmas Village, and more, the Dallas Arboretum will also introduce a brand-new Night Glow experience – setting the Arboretum aglow in twinkly lights.

Each year, Holiday at the Arboretum is one of the most anticipated events of the season. Running from November 12 to January 4, the holiday tradition regularly transforms the Dallas Arboretum to a beacon of holiday merriment.

Image shows trees decorated in Christmas lights at Dallas Arboretum.Photo via Dallas Arboretum

Some of its most beloved returning attractions include the 12 Days of Christmas gazebos that bring the carol to life, its bustling European-inspired Christmas Village filled with all sorts of crafts, wares, and gifts, as well as the historic and elegantly adorned, DeGolyer House.

In an effort to bring a little modern marvel to the classic Christmas experience, the Dallas Arboretum is introducing Night Glow to their holiday activation. Night Glow, powered by AURORA, will feature artist-curated light installations to create immersive luminous art pieces that blend botanical beauty with light, video, and sound. Interested parties can experience Night Glow through the arboretum’s Holiday at Night section on its website.

Graphic shows the pricing at Holiday at the Arboretum including peak and non-peak nights as well as information regarding its Mistletoe Lounge.Image via Dallas Arboretum

Pricing depends on the night of admission. General admission for non-peak pricing starts at $35, peak pricing at $40.

According to its website, the Arboretum will also introduce its new VIP Mistletoe Lounge. Open nights from 5 pm – 10 pm, the lounge is 21+ is accessible with purchase of VIP tickets and includes two drinks.

Holiday at the Arboretum runs from November 12 to January 4 at the Dallas Arboretum, located at 8525 Garland Road, Dallas, Texas 75218.