The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden has announced that tickets for its newest $2 million exhibition entitled The 12 Days of Christmas, presented by Amegy Bank of Texas, are selling fast with some nights almost selling out. You should purchase tickets now for nighttime viewing of this magnificent holiday exhibit that will be Dallas’ newest holiday tradition. It is sure to sell out.
The 12 Days of Christmas: A New Holiday Tradition
Unique in the world, the exhibit will open on the botanical garden grounds on November 16 and run through January 4, 2015. Dramatically designed 25-foot-tall gazebos have been built for each day of the popular carol and include either life-size Victorian-costumed mannequins or whimsical animals, with music accompanying each gazebo.
Brian Shivers, Dallas Arboretum chairman of the board, said, “Just like our popular Chihuly exhibit, the Dallas Arboretum will feature evening viewings of The 12 Days of Christmas, with Victorian inspired carolers and holiday festivities. So far, we have sold more than 16,000 tickets for nighttime viewing, so those who want to purchase tickets should do so before all are sold out. Also, if you are a Dallas Arboretum member, you receive a 40% discount on evening tickets.“
Reservation dates may be selected at any time after purchase but will be subject to availability. Individual evening tickets include parking, and more information can be found at http://www.dallasarboretum.org/. For inquiries regarding discounted tickets for groups 15 or larger, contact groupsales@dallasarboretum.org or 214-515-6520.
In addition to the exhibit, you are invited during the day to visit the DeGolyer House, which will be decorated top to bottom with a collection of Byers’ Choice Ltd. Christmas Caroler figurines that were collected throughout the United States and beyond. They are treasured for their simple beauty and on display as they carry out the Victorian theme present in the garden. This significant private collection was generously shared for display at the Dallas Arboretum by Kim and John Semyan.
The 12 Days of Christmas: Ticket Info and Special Discounts
The 12 Days of Christmas (daytime exhibit):
Decorated gazebos on display daily, from November 16-January 4.
Daytime general admission is regular pricing and free for Arboretum members.
Adults: $15 non-members
Seniors: $12 non-members
Children ages 3-12: $10 non-members
Children under 3 are free.
Parking: $10 at the gate.
The 12 Days at Night (special evening showings):
Sundays-Thursdays, 6-10 p.m.
(November 16-20, November 23-26, November 30-December 4, December 7-11, December 14-18, December 21-23, December 28-30)
Special Weekend Nights:
November 28 & 29, December 26 & 27 and January 2-4 Garden is open for special lighted nighttime showings. Festive holiday music provided by Victorian-costumed carolers.
Prices:
Adults: $20 non-members; $12 members
Seniors: $15 non-members; $10 members
Children ages 3-12: $10 non-members; $9 members
Children under 3 are free.
Parking is included with admission.
Special Pricing and Promotions:
Military and First Responder Mondays
November 17 & 24, December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
Active and retired military members and First Responders with identification receive free admission during the day and night. Offer available on site at the ticket booth.
Wednesday BOGO: November 19-December 31
Buy One, Get One Free ticket. Tickets are valid for daytime only. Offer available on site at the ticket booth.
Senior Thursdays: November 20-December 18
$11 day or evening admission with 20% Hoffman Family Gift Store discount. Daytime tickets cannot be used again at night. Offer available on site at the ticket booth.
Pearl Harbor Day: Sunday, December 7
Active and retired military members receive free admission during the day and evening. Offer available on site at the ticket booth.
Special Daytime Holiday Festivities: November 29-December 21
Saturdays and Sundays Noon-4 p.m.
Enjoy visits with Santa, live reindeer, Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
November 29-January 4
Daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Daytime tours of the DeGolyer House holiday decorations showcasing the Kim and John Semyan collection of Byers’ Choice Ltd.Carolers.
Holiday Tea: November 28-December 31, 2014
Daily 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. at the Restaurant DeGolyer
Enjoy an elegant, three-course holiday tea for a special Christmas memory for those 12 and older. Prices range between $47 and $57 and include parking and admission to the garden. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 214.515.6511 or purchased online at http://www.dallasarboretum.org/.
About the Dallas Arboretum
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is located on the southeastern shore of White Rock Lake at 8525 Garland Road, Dallas, Texas 75218. The Dallas Arboretum is also the home of the internationally acclaimed Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden. The Arboretum is open daily from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The Dallas Morning News is the principal partner of the Dallas Arboretum. The Arboretum is supported, in part, by funds from the Dallas Park and Recreation Department. WFAA is an official media sponsor for the Dallas Arboretum.