Holiday GLOW

“We are blown away by the beauty every year! It is so very magical.” … “Freezing but so worth it!!!” … “It is lovely! The lights are so creative and beautiful!”Make memories this holiday season with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW, open from 5 to 9 p.m. on December 5-6*, 7-23 & 26-31! This enchanting, illuminated 1-mile walk invites visitors to slow down during the busy holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter.

Every year, we feature new illuminated artwork by commissioning artists to display their work at GLOW. Interested artists should apply here. Learn more about past artists here.

Stay awhile! Food trucks and a bar will be available Dec. 5-6*, 11-13, 18-19, & 20-23. We have several events that coincide with GLOW hours, including Holiday Showcase, Holiday Mansion Tours, Wreath Making, the Winter Market, Winter Solstice Bonfire, and more! (Please note some require pre-registration.) Find a complete list here.

$10/vehicle*, payable upon arrival. (Cash only; exact change appreciated.)

*On Dec. 5-6, GLOW is a part of Opening Weekend with a cost of $10/person. Learn more here.

Find weather-related information here.

If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.

By attending, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken.

Find information on all of our holiday events here.