General
What happens at the event?
From June 30th to August 13th, the arboretum will be illuminated once again with more than 40 groups of larger-than-life lantern sculptures. Visitors are invited to walk-through the arboretum in Reno’s midsummer nights to see and interact with our illuminous displays.
The new themes of 2023 are to celebrate Asian culture and biodiversity in the garden. Our iconic Chinese dragon will be returning in a whole new form while the rest of the garden will be occupied by glowing mini beasts – dragonflies, beetles, mantis, bees and many more.
The interactive playground area has been expanded due to popular demand. Visitors will see their favorite displays such as Angel’s Wings and Light Up Swings coming back to Reno and will be surprised by a series of new displays we have in store for 2023
Where is the event located?
Boerner Botanical Gardens
9400 Boerner Dr.
Hales Corners, Wisconsin.
The Botanical Gardens are located in the northeast corner of Whitnall Park and is about 3 minutes west of Southridge Mall in Greenfield, Wisconsin. See location details.
When does the event occur?
June 30th to Aug 13, 2023
Monday to Sunday
6:00 - 10:30 PM
Where can I learn more about the event/event organizers?
Visit: https://www.chinalights.org
Tickets
How much are tickets?
Tickets are sold online
- General Admission - $20 (age 12 and above)
- Children - $15 (age 3-11)
- Family 4 Pack (2 adults and 2 children) - $55
- Season Pass - $55 (unlimited entry for one person during the entire festival season)
- Infant (under 3) – FREE
Group discounts are available for groups of 10 people or more. Group discounts only apply to General Admission tickets. Discounts will be applied automatically when the number of tickets reaches 10 or more.
Can I get a refund?
All ticket sales are final, and tickets are non-refundable.
Can I move my tickets to another date?
Ticket holders may change the date and time of their tickets an hour prior to the event start time. There’s no refund for unused tickets. In case of inclement weather when the event must be canceled or closed early, tickets will be refunded to all ticket holders automatically.
Can I transfer my tickets to another person?
Yes. Ticket transfers are allowed.
Can I buy my ticket at the door?
Yes. Our onsite box office is located next to the festival entrance and will be open nightly from 6:00PM – 9:30PM. Visitors can purchase tickets at the box office on the day of the event with either cash or card. However, there’s a limited number of tickets available at the box office, and the event organizer may close the box office early if the event has reached its capacity limit on the day of the event. There’s also an upcharge of $5-$15 for tickets purchased at the box office.
Parking & Transportation
Is parking available?
Limited complimentary parking is available on a first come, first served basis. There are 6 fully lit lots. Follow the signs, maps on tickets, and radio broadcasts to gain access to the parking areas. There are shuttle services from outer lots (Lots #4,5,6) to the entrance. *Wet and/or muddy conditions may close grass lots for a 2-3 day dry out procedure.
Tune your car radio to 87.9 FM for radio broadcasts about parking information.
Is there paid parking available?
Yes, China Lights will offer closeup paid parking. These will be limited (approximately 100 spots per night) in the paved lot closest to the front gate. The cost of this parking will be $10.00 and will only be sold onsite at a first-come-first servce basis. Both cash and card will be accepted.
This parking lot is accessed through the entry at 92nd Street and College Aveune.
Where is Parking for People with Disabilities?
We will have limited parking spaces near the front gate to the show available on a FREE first-come, first-served basis with state-issued disabled parking or disabled Veteran parking license plates, or the state-issued disabled parking identification card.
These limited spaces are located in the Staff Parking Lot and are accessed through the entry at 92nd Street and College Avenue. Additional parking will be offered on a limited basis, which may include grassy areas. This is also first-come, first-served.
How accessible is the China Lights Event?
The show does not have wheelchairs available for rent. The show site is approximately 3/4 of a mile and does include some steps and uneven surfaces. All displays can be viewed from garden paths. Multiple vantage points are available for some displays.
Is this an indoor or outdoor event?
This is an outdoor event - rain, snow or shine. Please check current weather conditions for your visit and dress appropriately. In the unlikely event of a weather caused cancellation, patrons with the show grounds will be given rain checks for a subsequent show. **Severe weather ( i.e. lighting, flooding, etc.) will require us to close for safety**
Health & Safety
Is this event ADA accessible?
ADA parking is right next to the festival entrance – please use the parking lot at the Wilbur D. May Museum. Please be advised that there are some dirt trail surfaces at the festival, roughly 1000′ in the food court, interactive playground area. We recommend using wheelchairs with thicker tires. The event does not have wheelchairs for rent but guests may bring their own.
I am unwell and unable to attend - can I move my ticket to another date or obtain a refund?
Yes, we can move your tickets if you’re unable to attend.
Contact Us
Who can I contact about partnerships?
Please email - marketing@tianyuculture.com
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