Gilbert will again light up the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch for the annual Riparian After Dark holiday event.
Attendees can walk around the 1.5 miles of trails and walkways that weave through the park, 2757 E. Guadalupe Road, Gilbert, and enjoy thousands of holiday lights and displays.
This year’s event takes place from 5:30-8:30 p.m. each night from Dec. 13-22. Tickets can be purchased online on the town’s website at www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/special-events-and-permits/riparian-after-dark .
Tickets are $5 per person online or $10 in person, plus taxes and fees. Children under 3 are free. Tickets are single use and only valid for their designated date (please make sure you are selecting tickets for the correct date before purchase). They cannot be transferred to another date.
Online tickets sales close at 4:30 p.m. each day. Entry will not be permitted after 8:30 p.m. Lights will remain on until 9 p.m.
A hot chocolate/coffee truck will be available on site during the event, but no other food will be available. Alcohol and glass containers are strictly prohibited. The town asks attendees not to feed the animals in the preserve. The vendor will accept card and cash payments, but no ATMs will be available on site.