SYV Holiday Lights Festival

12/23/2025

Even though the festival has come to a close for the season, the magic is still very much alive ✨

We love seeing your photos and hearing about the memories and special moments captured throughout the festival.

Thank you again to our incredible volunteers, generous sponsors, and all of our guests for supporting this event and making it so special year after year.

What was your favorite part of the festival this year?
Be sure to tag us and share your photos with us. We can’t wait to see them 💫

12/20/2025

✨ Only 2 magical nights left to experience the Holiday Lights Festival! ✨
The garden is glowing, the smiles are big, and the magic is everywhere just like in these special moments shared by our wonderful community.

Wander through millions of sparkling lights, explore the enchanted garden after dark, browse the festive holiday marketplace, and enjoy a wonderful variety of food, sweet treats, and drink vendors as you make memories with family and friends.

🎶 Live entertainment continues this weekend with:
Special performances by PCPA
Iron Clan Vikings bringing epic energy
Dance performances by Sol Dance Lab and Garcia Dance Studio
Visits from enchanting princesses delighting guests of all ages
Plus plenty of joyful surprises along the way

🌟 The Holiday Lights Festival is proudly presented by the Wood-Claeyssens Foundation, with heartfelt thanks to all of our sponsors and the incredible volunteers who make this event shine. Your support helps fund the nonprofit botanic garden, keeping it free and welcoming year-round.

💛 A big thank you to everyone who has been sharing their photos and magical moments with us just like these we love seeing the joy through your eyes.

There’s still time to come glow with us.
🎟️ Tickets at www.SYVHolidayLights.com

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12/17/2025

Thank you Santa Ynez Valley News for visiting the festival and the wonderful photos capturing the essence of the event!

Only 3 DAYS LEFT to be a part of the magic this season! Join us this weekend for some jolly spirits and atmosphere in support of the Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden!

Get your tickets now! www.syvbotanicgarden.org

The Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden will wrap up its 4th Holiday Lights Festival season this weekend. The annual event, which kicked off in early December, concludes with three nights

12/17/2025

✨ The magic is alive and shining bright! This video captures the joyful moments, glowing lights, and unforgettable memories being made throughout the gardens. From strolling through dazzling light displays to creating cherished holiday traditions with family and friends, every corner is filled with wonder.

This is the FINAL WEEKEND to experience the Holiday Lights Festival and there are only 3 days left to be part of the magic. Your ticket includes thousands of sparkling lights, festive music, cozy holiday vibes, and special experiences like visits with Santa. Enjoy delicious food vendors, holiday shopping with local merchant vendors, enchanting princesses, carolers, and special nightly performances by PCPA, The Jingle Belles, Sol Dance Lab, and Garcia Dance Studio.

The Holiday Lights Festival is presented by the Wood-Claeyssens Foundation in support of the Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our generous sponsors for helping make this magical community tradition possible.

Do not miss your chance to make magical moments and lasting holiday memories before the lights go out for the season.

Get your tickets now at www.SYVHolidayLights.com

🎥 Video credit: .rodriguezphotography