706-614-1752 wonderlights@uga.edu
Experience
Winter WonderLights
The winter light show, presented by the UGA Office of the President, follows a half-mile fully accessible trail through a Winter Wondercave, along Jingle Bell Lane, into the Northern Lights and through a Cone Tree Forest, among other dazzling features.
Along the way, visitors can roast marshmallows for s’mores over an open fire and enjoy rich hot chocolate or other refreshments.
Winter WonderLights was recently named the best local event in Athens for the fifth year in the Athens Banner-Herald’s Community’s Choice Awards.
Select Nights Nov. 19 – Dec. 30, 2026
Jan. 7-9 and 15-16, 2027
Add VIP parking or adjust the date of your tickets
Free parking for the show is available at the
Turner Soccer Complex, 2330 S. Milledge Ave. Athens, GA 30605.
Shuttles to the show will begin at 5:25 p.m.
On-site VIP and Premium parking are available when purchasing tickets. See our Parking Map.
The State Botanical Garden of Georgia is excited to offer a new way to experience Winter WonderLights. You can now host private events at the State Botanical Garden’s world-class facilities during the evenings of the Winter WonderLights show.
Support the State Botanical Garden of Georgia by sponsoring Winter WonderLights. Your contribution ensures this magical experience continues to thrive while directly funding the garden’s mission to create and nurture an environment for learning, inspiration and engagement.
Celebrate the season
with family and friends
Thank you to
Our Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Premium Sponsor
Glowing Sponsors
