Cambridge Botanic Lights 2026

Join us for 2026's Cambridge Botanic Lights trail around Cambridge University Botanic Garden!

✨ Early Bird tickets coming soon! ✨

Cambridge Botanic Lights returns for a fourth year, inviting you to explore the Garden after dark with a spectacular trail of light, colour and sound, celebrating the amazing world of plants.

Be among the first to hear when early bird tickets are released by signing up to our newsletter at the bottom of the page – and get ready for an unforgettable evening.

Early entry slots – perfect for after school or a wind-down after work – sell out fast so to avoid disappointment, be sure to secure your tickets early for your preferred day and time.

Experience the highlights from last year’s Cambridge Botanic Lights and a taste of what’s to come.

Here is a taste of what you can expect when you immerse yourself into Cambridge Botanic Lights with some images from 2025’s stunning display:

Cambridge Botanic Lights 2025

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Discover the Garden after dark

When the sun goes down, the Garden takes a new glow. Follow a trail of imaginative light installations inspired by plants, colours and stories of the Garden.

Each turn brings something new to discover – from glowing pathways and immersive displays to moments that invite you to pause and enjoy. The lights will highlight some of the Garden’s most beloved features, such as the Glasshouse Range, the Fountain and Lake, with new, original installations unique to the Garden, as well as the return of some of last year’s most popular pieces.

From 27 November to 23 December, the trail will be open for 17 nights with even earlier entry from 4.30pm, offering more time to experience this spectacular event.

A festive experience for everyone

A fountain lit up in different colours at night with plants illuminated purple behind. In the foreground there is a glasshouse lit up in yellow. — The Fountain and Glasshouse Range lit up at last year's event. Click for information

A paper lantern model of a man in a boat holding an oar with a dog at the front of the boat floats on a lake. Green and blue lights can be seen reflected in the lake. — The Fountain and Glasshouse Range lit up at last year's event. Click for information

Make new memories with family, friends and loved ones, or enjoy a different kind of night out in the heart of the city – and start a new winter tradition of your own.

Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly evening, a catch up with friends, a different kind of Christmas celebration with colleagues, or simply a chance to enjoy a winter evening at your own pace, Cambridge Botanic Lights offers a safe and relaxed way to enjoy the season.

With off-peak pricing available and group discounts of 10% for groups of six or more, it is the perfect opportunity to gather together and share the experience.

Friends of the Garden can enjoy a special discounted ticket price for Cambridge Botanic Lights – a great way to enjoy the trail while supporting the Garden’s future.

Conveniently located in the city centre, Botanic Lights is easy to reach by public transport – making it simple to meet up and enjoy an evening without worrying about parking the car.

Enjoy the trail

Two people pay for refreshments at a mobile food truck, being served by two others. It is night time and lights and a gravel path can be seen in the background. — There will be a range of food and drink on offer around the trail. Click for information

Four dandelion light sculptures are amongst trees lit up in various colours. There is a welcome sign at the forefront. — There will be a range of food and drink on offer around the trail. Click for information

Take your time exploring the route, with food and drink stops available on the way, offering seasonal treats and refreshments to enjoy as you wander through the Garden and warm up any chilly hands.

Help the Garden grow

Green and orange coloured leaves are projected onto a path which is lined with trees lit up in different colours. It is night time and a gate is at the end of the path. — The Main Walk during 2025's Cambridge Botanic Lights. Click for information

A wheel barrow sculpture made to look like a tree is lit up green and blue during the night time, with illuminated trees in the back ground. — The Main Walk during 2025's Cambridge Botanic Lights. Click for information

Cambridge Botanic Lights is more than an evening of light and discovery – it’s a way to support the Garden you’re exploring.

All ticket income (excluding the booking fee) goes directly back into caring for our living collection, helping us conserve rare plants, grow our landscapes and share the wonders of the natural world with everyone.

Thank you for helping the Garden continue to flourish.

Images are from 2025’s Cambridge Botanic Lights event and installations may vary at this year’s trail.