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Moonlight in the Gardens Preveiw Night

Date: Thu, Nov 5, 2026

Time: Thurs., 6:30-9:30pm

Venue: JC Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University, Raleigh

Price: $102

Category: Family

"Moonlight in the Garden is your only opportunity to experience the JC Raulston Arboretum after dark. Wander through the internationally acclaimed plant collection transformed by artful lighting, listen to live music, grab a bite from a food truck, gather around the fire pits and warm up with a cup of hot apple cider. The garden takes on an entirely different character at night, with trees, plants and pathways illuminated in unexpected and beautiful ways. Bring your family and friends and discover the garden after dark on a crisp November evening. Tickets are required. Proceeds support the JC Raulston Arboretum and help keep the garden open and admission free 365 days a year.

Family · Raleigh

Moonlight in the Gardens Preveiw Night

When
Nov 5
Thu, Nov 5, 2026
Thurs., 6:30-9:30pm
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
$102
raleighfamily friendly

"Moonlight in the Garden is your only opportunity to experience the JC Raulston Arboretum after dark. Wander through the internationally acclaimed plant collection transformed by artful lighting, listen to live music, grab a bite from a food truck, gather around the fire pits and warm up with a cup of hot apple cider. The garden takes on an entirely different character at night, with trees, plants and pathways illuminated in unexpected and beautiful ways. Bring your family and friends and discover the garden after dark on a crisp November evening. Tickets are required. Proceeds support the JC Raulston Arboretum and help keep the garden open and admission free 365 days a year.

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$102

Nov 5

Plan Your Visit

Schedule

Moonlight in the Gardens Preveiw Night runs Thu, Nov 5, 2026, Thurs., 6:30-9:30pm.

Getting There

JC Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University is at 4415 Beryl Rd., Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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What to Bring

  • Tickets or entry money — admission is $102

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