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Botanica Illuminations 2024: Light Show & Santa

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Botanica’s Illuminations is an annual tradition in Wichita, which fills the night sky with holiday lights (up to two million of them!) and Christmas music. In addition to the amazing displays, show, and carousel rides, Illuminations will have live carolers each night, hot cocoa and treats, and the opportunity to visit Santa.

Illuminations Dates: November 29, 2024 – January 4, 2025

Illuminations at Botanica

The entire community is invited to Illuminations to tour the gardens and enjoy the holiday-themed activities and atmosphere. You won’t want to miss some of the new displays, including the Shakespeare Garden and Butterfly House.  

Illuminations Dates & Prices:

  • Botanica is set to enchant visitors every night from November 29th to January 4th.
  • The event features hourly time slots at 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., and 8:30 p.m.
  • Admission to Illuminations is:
    • $16 for non-member adults,
    • $13 for member adults, military, and seniors
    • $10 for ages 3-12
    • Free for children 2 and under.
    • All tickets must be pre-purchased online, as walk-in tickets will not be available or accepted.

Illuminations at Botanica Wichita

Wander through our NEW one-of-a-kind vibrant butterfly installation located in the Butterfly House, explore our enchanted 62-foot Christmas tree that dances to holiday tunes, the holiday train express, and our very own land of miniatures full of holiday flare, and take in light displays around every corner.

Before the night ends, hop on the Khicha Family Carousel for a classic ride, swing by to see Santa and drop off your letter, and pick up special edition Illuminations apparel! Santa will be at Illuminations through December 23. Warm up with hot cocoa, delicious snacks, and treats for every age from our concessions, including adult beverages.

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  1. I believe the Value Mart on Douglas is out of business. When I was by last week, the name was off the building and all the windows were “papered”.

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