Know Before You Glow
Accessibility
Accessible parking is located on either side of the Garden’s main parking lot. Please call our hospitality line at (314) 327-6390 upon arrival if you require assistance.
Manual wheelchairs, motorized scooters, and strollers are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Jack C. Taylor Visitor Center.
Wheelchair rental: free (first come, first served)
Motorized scooter rental: $35
Visitors must be age 18 or older and possess a valid driver's license to rent motorized scooters.
Stroller rental: $3
The Garden Glow path is approximately one mile in length and takes approximately 45 minutes to an hour to traverse.
Admission
Garden Glow is a limited-capacity event and tickets tend to sell out well in advance, especially from mid-December through January 1. We encourage visitors to secure their preferred date and entry time as early as possible and to guarantee the best admission price.
General
(ages 13 & up) |
Children
(ages 3–12) |
Garden members
(ages 13 & up) |
Garden member children
(ages 3–12) |
$24
|
$12
|
$19
|
$10
|
Festival-level+ members and member children (ages 12 and under)
FREE*
*Six free adult or child admission per Festival membership.
Closed November 17 and 27 and December 24–25.
Plan Ahead Pricing
All adult general admission and member tickets purchased at or after 4:30 p.m. for same-night admission are subject to a $2 increase. Plan ahead and purchase your tickets in advance for best selection and value!
Advance Tickets Highly Recommended
Garden Glow is a limited-capacity event and tickets tend to sell out well in advance, especially from mid-December through January 1. We encourage visitors to secure their preferred date and entry time as early as possible.
Cancellations
Please check the Garden website and social media channels in advance for night-of event cancellations.
Concessions
Enjoy a variety of seasonal food and beverage options available throughout the Garden during Garden Glow. Purchase in advance to save on Dine at Glow packages in Sassafras Restaurant.
Family Nights
On select nights November 19 through December 10, kids tickets (ages 3–12) are just $6. View admission calendar for specific dates and times.
Fire Pits
S'more roasting and warming fire pits are located at both Central Axis and Linnean Plaza. S'more roasting kits are available for purchase at retail locations around grounds. Please note burning wood embers and smoke will be present at the event.
VIP fire pits can be reserved in advance for up to 20 guests. Garden Glow admission required for fire pit rental; add fire pits when purchasing your advance Garden Glow admission. Not available for purchase night-of; must be reserved at least 24 hours in advance. VIP fire pits are propane-powered.
Flashing Lights Warning
Garden Glow features animated, flashing lights that may affect those who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy or other photosensitivity.
Sensory Night—New for 2025
Experience a special presentation of Garden Glow with reduced sensory stimuli on Tuesday, November 18. Garden Glow admission required.
Gifts
The Garden Gate Shop, located inside the Jack C. Taylor Visitor Center, offers a variety of holiday gift options and garden merchandise. Additionally, purchase light up necklaces and cups at certain locations around Garden grounds to enhance your Glow experience.
Inclement Weather Policy
All of our events are held rain/snow or shine, except in the case of dangerous or extreme weather. In the event that there is dangerous or extreme weather, the Garden will notify guests that the event has been cancelled through the website and all of our social media channels. If the Garden cancels the event, please join us on another Glow evening and present your tickets for entry; no exchange or additional action is required.
No Pets
No pets allowed, please. Assistance animals (ADA service animals) are welcome at the Missouri Botanical Garden; service animal owners subject to screening prior to entry.
Parking
Free parking is available at our two lots located at the corner of Shaw Blvd. and Vandeventer Ave. View parking map >
Shuttle service is provided from these secured lots on all Garden Glow evenings.
Please respect our neighbors and refrain from parking on residential streets or private lots. Vehicles parked on private lots are subject to towing at the vehicle owners’ expense.
Santa Claus
Santa is coming to Garden Glow Monday and Tuesday evenings from November 18 through December 9. Make a wish and enjoy family photo ops.
Sensory Map
The Missouri Botanical Garden strives to make all visitors feel welcome. View the Garden Glow sensory map and visual schedule ahead of your visit.
Sensory Night—New for 2025
Experience a special presentation of Garden Glow with reduced sensory stimuli on Tuesday, November 18. Garden Glow admission required.
Ticket Exchange Policy
We are happy to exchange any unused tickets up until January 3, 2025. There is a $10 fee per order for exchanges.