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Galaxy of Lights

Huntsville Botanical Garden's Magnificent Holiday Lights Display

By Jean Brandau, About.com

What is the Galaxy of Lights ?

Galaxy of Lights is the Huntsville Botanical Garden's magnificent mile-long holiday light extravaganza featuring larger-than-life animated light displays. See Santa soaring over a delightful winter village. Nursery rhyme characters dance and frolic among traditional scenes of the season. Galaxy of Lights has been recognized by the Southeast Tourism Society as a Top 20 Event in the Southeast.

When is the Galaxy of Lights ?

Walking nights - Nov. 15-18 from 5:00:8:00
Driving nights - Thanksgiving through New Year's Eve from 5:30-9:00

Where is the Galaxy of Lights ?

Huntsville Botanical Garden
4747 Bob Wallace Avenue
Huntsville

How do I get tickets for Galaxy of Lights and how much are they?

Walking nights - $6 adults; $3 children;
Driving nights - $15 per carload up to 10 people.

Are discounts to Galaxy of Lights available?

$1 discounts for Toys for Tots, Food Bank or other donation.

What else should I know about Galaxy of Lights ?

Over 5 miles of extension cords are used to power more than 500 display pieces.
Over 2000 luminaries are used.
The Galaxy uses about the amount of power that 3 houses use in a year.
2008 marks the 20th anniversary of theBotanical Garden.

Where Can I find Photos of Galaxy of Lights

Galaxy of Lights Photo Gallery

What if I have more questions about the Galaxy of Lights?

Go to www.hsvbg.org

How Can I Find Out More Information

Contact the Huntsville Botanical Garden at (256) 830-4447.

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