Shine Nights
Save the date for special events:
Cookies and Cocoa with Santa: December 17th - 23rd
Member Night: December 6
November 27th - December 27th
6:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Shine Stars
​Remember or celebrate your loved one by purchasing a Shine Star to be featured along the stunning Walk of Stars at Shine. Star Dedications and donors will be recognized along the walking path leading into The Sam M. Wellborn Camellia Garden. The large star ONLY includes dedication text.
Experience Shine
Cookies and Cocoa with Santa
Get ready for a little holiday magic! Join us from 5:00–6:00 pm for a festive hour filled with sweet treats, warm cocoa, and Christmas cheer! Decorate delicious holiday cookies, sip on yummy hot cocoa, write letters to Santa, enjoy a magical story-time, and make special memories with extended visits and photos with Santa himself!
*Must pre-purchase tickets above.
*Tickets to Cookies and Cocoa with Santa include Shine entry at 6:00pm.
*Everyone attending this event must purchase a ticket.
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Igloo Village at Shine
Make your Shine experience even more special with a private igloo for your friends and family. Enjoy the magic of the holiday lights while gathering in your own cozy space.
Booking an igloo includes 6 tickets to Shine.
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Member Benefits
We invite members to join us for Shine on December 6th
to receive complimentary admission. The event is also open to the public. Please note that members may reserve tickets according to the admission benefits included with their membership. For Example:
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Bee Hive: 1 complimentary ticket
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Bee Hive Family: 2 adults + 4 children
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Questions?
Please reach out at columbusbotanical@columbusbotanicalgarden.org.
“It was beautiful. Thank you for giving this city someplace to see a nice light display for all ages to enjoy and afford.”
- Kerri S.
Volunteer at Shine!
Volunteers help bring the magic to life by greeting guests, assisting at craft and cocoa stations, tending s’mores pits, helping Santa, and spreading holiday cheer throughout the garden.
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Whether you’re a “Santa’s Helper,” “Garden Elf,” "Bioluminescence Helper", "S'Mores Helper" or “Cocoa Night Crew,” your time and energy make this beloved community tradition sparkle even brighter.
What to Expect:
Dazzling Lights
Walk at your own pace through the largest light display in Columbus!
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Photos with Santa
Meet Santa, get a photo, and tell him everything you want this year.
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Festive Concessions
Food, s'mores, specialty hot cocoa, and Blitzen's Bottle Shop Bar for spirited beverages
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S'mores over a fire!
Purchase a 4-pack of s'mores to roast and enjoy over a fire pit.
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Children's Activities
Explore the things that shine in nature in our Firefly Forest, full of fun, interactive, and educational activities!​
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Igloo Village
Make your Shine experience even more special with a private igloo for your friends and family. Make sure to reserve your spot!
Corporate Holiday Packages
Celebrate the Season with Your Team at Shine!
Show your appreciation this season with a magical evening surrounded by dazzling lights, festive cheer, and holiday spirit.
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PACKAGE INCLUDES:​
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Admission to Shine
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Two complimentary drink tickets per guest
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$30 per person​
Contact our private event team at rentals@columbusbotanicalgarden.org
(706) 412-5310
Shine is Supported by
Nora and Gardiner Garrard
Joan Redmond
Bruce and June Howard
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