Nature Nights
presenting sponsor: Joan G. Sargen
8+ acres of Festive Light Displays
Live music on 2 stages each night
Local chef pop-ups (select dates only)
Holiday Market (select dates only)
5pm – 8pm
Don’t miss Nature Nights 2024 opening November 27 at the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden! With new light exhibits, music on two stages, food vendors, an artist marketplace, and even a few visits from Santa…it is a wonderful, immersive evening for the whole family.
14 nights ONLY
Don’t miss SLO’s newest holiday tradition – plan your visit today!
Buy today – holiday weeks will sell out!
Adult $28 / Youth $18 / 5 & under Free
Members save 20% on all tickets with code MEMBER20.
FAQ
Are you open if it is raining?
Usually! Unless there is heavy wind and/or rain, we will be open! If you have purchased tickets online, you will receive an email in the event of cancellation.
Can I change the date of my visit?
Yes. If you have a change of plans or get rained out, you can change your ticket to another night assuming we are not sold out. Please email dana@slobg.org.
Will there be food and beverages available for purchase?
Yes. We have beer, wine, water, soft drinks, cocoa, and snacks available for purchase every night.
On most nights we’ll also have specialty chefs and food trucks. Check the schedule to see what’s cooking!
Performance Schedule
| Date | Main Stage | Acorn Stage |
| November 27 | Pete Pigeon/Arcoda | Toan Chau |
| November 29 | B & The Hive (duo) | Kevin Sean |
| November 30 | B & The Hive (duo) | Kevin Sean |
| December 6 | Joy Polloi | Gary Wooten |
| December 7 | B & The Hive (duo) | Gary Wooten |
| December 13 | Deuces Wild | Kevin Sean |
| December 14 | Deuces Wild | Kevin Sean |
| December 20 | Uncommonne Carolers | Professor S & the Stress |
| December 21 | Jingle Belles | Bellisma Handbells |
| December 22 | Jingle Belles | Bellisima Handbells |
| December 23 | Jingle Belles | Professor S & the Stress |
| December 26 | PTFS! | TBA |
| December 27 | HaKeem | Bellisima Handbells |
| December 28 | HaKeem | Toan Chau |
*all performances subject to change
Schedule of Food Vendors
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| November 27 | Tiny Cafe Sichuan Kitchen SLO |
| November 29 | Sichuan Kitchen SLO |
| November 30 | Tiny Cafe Sichuan Kitchen SLO |
| December 6 | Carolyn’s Kitchen |
| December 7 | Spud Sisters |
| December 13 | Tiny Cafe Carolyn’s Kitchen |
| December 14 | Spud Sisters |
| December 20 | Crave Mini Donuts Sichuan Kitchen SLO |
| December 21 | Crave Mini Donuts Sichuan Kitchen SLO |
| December 22 | Crave Mini Donuts Sichuan Kitchen SLO |
| December 23 | Rasta’s Recipes |
| December 26 | Tiny Cafe Sichuan Kitchen SLO |
| December 27 | Carolyn’s Kitchen |
| December 28 | Spud Sisters Tiny Cafe |
Local Artists Marketplace
On select dates we’ll have a markeplace of artists in our Pavillion — just in time for holiday shopping! Our gift shop and nursery will be open every evening.
| November 27 | Ji Li – botanically inspired art and gifts Kristin Inman – silver clay jewelry Melisa Beveridge – art inspired by animal rescue |
| November 29 | Ji Li – botanically inspired art and gifts Kristin Inman – silver clay jewelry Melisa Beveridge – art inspired by animal rescue Kevin Wright – wood turned and hand crafted wood items |
| November 30 | Ji Li – botanically inspired art and gifts Kristin Inman – silver clay jewelry Jenny des Plantes – handcrafted paper flowers Kevin Wright – wood turned and hand crafted wood items |
| December 20 | Ji Li – botanically inspired art and gifts |
| December 21 | Maz Ghani – botanical photography, art prints, and gifts Ji Li – botanically inspired art and gifts Kristin Inman – silver clay jewelry Cheryl Vines – candles and more Jenny des Plantes – handcrafted paper flowers Kevin Wright – wood turned and hand crafted wood items Leslie Rae – ecoprinted garments |
| December 22 | Maz Ghani – botanical photography, art prints, and gifts Ji Li – botanically inspired art and gifts Kristin Inman – silver clay jewelry Cheryl Vines – candles and more Jenny des Plantes – handcrafted paper flowers Kevin Wright – wood turned and hand crafted wood items |
| December 23 | Maz Ghani – botanical photography, art prints, and gifts Ji Li – botanically inspired art and gifts Cheryl Vines – candles and more |
Do you offer group discounts?
Yes! If you have a group of 12+ or would like to offer a discount to your company, social club, or non-profit organization please contact dana@slobg.org or call 805.541.1400 x303
Can I have my holiday party at the Garden?
Yes! Holiday parties are better under the lights! Rentals are available for events of all sizes, both on nights where Nature Nights is open to the public and on other nights if you prefer a private event. Please contact Mia at mia@slobg.org or at 805.541.1400.
