Chihuly Nights Entry at Adelaide Botanic Garden

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Highlights & inclusions

Be mesmerised by dramatically lit glass sculptures
World’s most celebrated contemporary glass artist
Explore the rainforest conservatory exhibition
Head to the pavilion in the heart of the garden
Enjoy live music and something delicious to eat and drink
Free entry for kids 12 and under
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$25.00AUD
or 4 payments of $6.25 with how it works
Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to experience
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What you can expect

Be mesmerised by dramatically lit glass sculptures at this evening event. As the sun sets on an enchanting garden, discover soaring sculptures by the world’s most celebrated contemporary glass artist. From the setting sun to the artwork's dramatic nighttime lighting, witness how the changing light lends new dimensions to the 15 playful, vibrant artworks on a journey through Adelaide Botanic Garden. Included in your Chihuly Nights ticket, explore the rainforest conservatory exhibition, In Full Colour: Dale Chihuly, where an additional collection of works can be found nestled in the lush botanical setting. Head to the pavilion in the heart of the garden to enjoy live music and something delicious to eat and drink from award-winning caterers (not included in ticket). It’s a feast for the senses!

About the artist - Chihuly. Born in Tacoma, Washington, Dale Chihuly is a celebrated artist who, for more than half a century, has been creating world-class art in a range of mediums, using both new and old techniques. His work in glass explore translucency, light and colour, creating unique organic forms that have been presented at museums, gardens and public spaces around the globe.

Bring your kids 12 and under along for free, and experience this colourful and creative journey together!

Location

North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia, Adelaide, SA 5000

What you need to know

Note
  • Image credits:
  • Dale Chihuly, RED REEDS ON LOGS, 2024© 2024 Chihuly Studio. All rights reserved
  • Dale Chihuly, CHARTREUSE HORNET POLYVITRO CHANDELIER, 2001© 2001 Chihuly Studio. All rights reserved
  • Dale Chihuly, GLACIER ICE AND LAPIS CHANDELIER, 2024 © 2024 Chihuly Studio. All rights reserved
  • Dale Chihuly, SAPPHIRE STAR, 2010© 2010 Chihuly Studio. All rights reserved
  • Dale Chihuly, VIVID LIME ICICLE TOWER, 2022© 2022 Chihuly Studio. All rights reserved
Inclusions
  • Included in your Chihuly Nights ticket, explore the rainforest conservatory exhibition, In Full Colour: Dale Chihuly, where an additional collection of works can be found nestled in the lush botanical setting.
  • Free entry for kids 12 and under accompanied by a paying adult
Time
  • Tickets are available up to the end of the exhibition for Chihuly Nights (25 April 2025 will be the last Chihuly Nights)
  • Please note the change in times for the school holidays (and due to a later sunset)
  • The start time is 7.45pm (not 6.45pm) to 10.30pm, from 19 December - 25 January
  • Start time: 6.45pm from 30 January
Duration
  • To visit each artwork you will need to cover approximately 2 kilometres of pathways. Depending on whether you visit each artwork and how long you take to look at them, we would recommend allowing at least one and a half hours.
Location
  • This experience takes place in Adelaide Botanic Garden
Departure Location
  • This experience takes place in Adelaide Botanic Garden
Additional Information
  • Tickets are available up to the end of the exhibition for Chihuly Nights (25 April 2025 will be the last Chihuly Nights). However please note the change in times for the school holidays (and due to a later sunset); From 19 December – 25 January, the start time is 7.45pm (not 6.45pm)
  • This event will go ahead rain or shine. As an outdoor experience, we recommend dressing for the weather and wearing adequate footwear for walking. Please bring your umbrella or suncream and hat, depending on the weather forecast.
  • This event will go ahead rain or shine. As an outdoor experience, we recommend dressing for the weather and wearing adequate footwear for walking. Please bring your umbrella or suncream and hat, depending on the weather forecast.
  • The Chihuly in the Botanic Garden exhibition will open on Friday 27 September 2024 and finish on Tuesday 29 April 2025.
Cancellation Policy
  • Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

Need help?

  • Email us at enquiry@experienceoz.com.au
  • Help code: D2B-AA23
  • This experience is supplied by South Australian Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium
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