Maymont invites everyone to experience nature in a whole new light during Garden Glow presented by Kroger, October 15 – November 9. For 23 nights, Maymont transforms after dark into an enchanted landscape suffused in soft colors and special lighting effects for an unforgettable evening out with friends and family.
Enchanting Light Installations in the Gardens
The immersive experience begins at The Robins Nature Center, where guests follow the Kinsale Glow Path through creative light installations designed by international artists, including Effervescence, a lawn blanketed with thousands of synchronized lights; Peonies, bouquets of 22-foot-tall glowing flowers sprouting on a hilltop; and L’Envol presented by Genworth, an illuminated flock of origami birds caught in midflight among the trees. The heart of Garden Glow is a stroll through the serene Japanese Garden, enveloped in color from the treetops down to their reflection in the pond.
Food, Drinks, and Fun in the Glow Village
The Glow Village on the Carriage House Lawn is the place to gather for food, refreshments and fun activities, from a spin on the Glow Swings to striking poses at the Shadow Wall presented by Juno Financial Group. A rotating lineup of food trucks offers an array of cuisines and treats for separate purchase, and the Glow Bar by CoStar Group offers beer, wine and cider to those ages 21 and over, with ID. Guests can relax around cozy fire pits and toast s’mores, or stock up on light-up accessories and toys at the Glow Shop near The Robins Nature Center or in the Glow Village.
Special Events, Tickets, and Visitor Information
New this year, Maymont has reserved one night, October 16, for Glow Up! — a special fundraising evening with light bites and refreshments included in the ticket price, along with VIP swag and live performers including Taiko drummers and light-up stilt walkers. The evening offers group packages that give businesses and groups an all-inclusive opportunity to gather clients and employees, or family and friends, for a fun evening for a good cause. Details are here.
“Garden Glow is an exciting and unforgettable way to experience Maymont with friends and family,” said Parke Richeson, President and CEO of Maymont Foundation. “It’s also a wonderful way to support the ongoing care of Maymont’s historic collections and gardens, as well as our resident animals, all while having a great time.”
Advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially on weekends; popular time slots often sell out in advance. Ticket prices vary over the course of the event, ranging from $16 to $25; see website for details. Garden Glow is closed on Mondays. The event opens at 6 pm for the first eight nights, and progressively earlier as days grow shorter. The event closes at 10 pm each night and final entry is 9 pm. Event proceeds help care for Maymont…