Electric Illumination offers a special late-night Illumination experience on three special weekends in November and December, each with a unique theme.

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If you have already purchased an Electric Illumination ticket, it can be updated to a VIP designated driver ticket by emailing tickets@mortonarb.org or calling 630-725-2066.

No. Entry to Electric Illumination requires a separate ticket for the 8:30 p.m. entry time. The trail will be cleared and temporarily closed shortly before 8:30 p.m. for the transition from Illumination to Electric Illumination. Those with Illumination tickets must complete their experience by that time and may not re-enter the trail without an Electric Illumination ticket.

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For an additional $90, upgrade your evening with exclusive access to indoor space, gourmet refreshments, specialty drinks, and other perks. The VIP Electric Illumination experience includes:

Electric Illumination is a separate event with a specific capacity to maintain a pleasant experience for all guests. Those with 8:00 p.m. Illumination tickets who arrive late will be permitted to complete the Illumination experience, but the trail will be cleared prior to the start of Electric Illumination at 8:30 p.m.

Upgrade your Electric Illumination visit with a VIP experience that includes late-night bites, two specialty cocktails, a souvenir glow cup, and access to an exclusive VIP indoor space with an open bar. VIP designated driver tickets can be added as well.

Hot chocolate, snacks, alcoholic beverages, and s’more kits can be purchased in warm concession tents or enjoyed by crackling bonfires.

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If you have already purchased an Electric Illumination ticket, it can be upgraded to a VIP experience by emailing tickets@mortonarb.org or calling 630-725-2066 Monday through Sunday (excluding holidays), from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Your ticket purchase helps support the Arboretum’s vision of a greener, healthier, more beautiful world where people and trees thrive together.

Hot chocolate, snacks, alcoholic beverages, and s’more kits can be purchased in warm concession tents or enjoyed by crackling bonfires. Concessions will be available in the Visitor Center and throughout the Electric Illumination experience until 10:00 p.m.

With plan-ahead pricing for Illumination and Electric Illumination, choose the price, date, and time that best fits your budget and schedule. The further in advance you purchase your tickets, the more you save.

Enjoy a night out at the Arboretum with a live DJ and a synchronized display of music and lights on three weekends in November and December. Exclusively for adults 18 and older, Electric Illumination is a late-night Illumination experience with musical themes that make each weekend unique.

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With plan-ahead pricing for Illumination and Electric Illumination, choose the price, date, and time that best fits your budget and schedule. The further in advance you purchase your tickets, the more you save!

Support the Arboretum’s work to create a greener, healthier, more beautiful world where people and trees thrive together.

Upgrade your Electric Illumination tickets with a VIP experience for an additional $90, or add VIP designated driver tickets for an additional $40. Both ticket types include late-night bites from 9:30 to 10:30 p.m.

For an additional $40, VIP designated driver tickets include the same perks as the VIP experience except alcoholic beverages and the souvenir cup.

Electric Illumination will take place from 8:30 to 10:00 p.m. on the following three weekends, each with a different musical theme:

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Electric Illumination tickets do not include entrance to Illumination. Arboretum members may enter the Arboretum at any time. Electric Illumination ticketholders who are not members may enter the Arboretum as early as 8:00 p.m. to park before walking the trail at 8:30, but will not have access to the Visitor Center until their ticketed time.

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For an additional $40, VIP designated driver tickets can be added to your Electric Illumination ticket purchase and include the same perks as the VIP experience except alcoholic beverages and the souvenir cup. Designated drivers must be 21 years or older and present a valid ID at check-in.

Upgrade your Electric Illumination visit with a VIP experience that includes late-night bites, two specialty cocktails, a souvenir cup, and access to an exclusive VIP indoor space with an open bar. VIP designated driver tickets can be added as well.

Yes, Electric Illumination tickets can be updated to VIP designated driver tickets, which include access to indoor space, a warm beverage bar with hot chocolate and cider, late-night bites from 9:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., and a fresh-baked cookie at the end of the night. Designated drivers must be 21 years or older and present a valid ID at check-in.

Electric Illumination tickets can be updated to VIP. If you have questions about updating your tickets, please email tickets@mortonarb.org or call 630-725-2066 Monday through Sunday (excluding holidays), from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Yes, the Electric Illumination VIP experience includes a light-up souvenir tasting cup. VIP designated driver tickets do not include the souvenir cup.

During your Electric Illumination ticket purchase, select the “VIP experience” or “VIP designated driver” to add the upgrade.

The Arboretum has the expertise and advice to help you beautify your home landscape, improve your community, and advocate for trees.

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Miller Lite, Corona Light, and Blue Moon; Canyon Road chardonnay and cabernet sauvignon; Disaronno Originale amaretto, Tito’s vodka, Beefeater London Dry Gin, Captain Morgan spiced rum, Jose Cuervo Gold tequila, Dewar’s blended Scotch whiskey, Jack Daniel’s whiskey, Whiskey Acres bourbon, Korbel brandy, Baileys Original Irish Cream, and Whiskey Acres Nocino walnut liqueur. Seasonal craft beer and specialty batched cocktails will also be available.

For an additional $90, upgrade to an Electric Illumination VIP experience with late-night bites, two specialty cocktails, a souvenir tasting cup, an open bar, access to an exclusive VIP indoor space, and more.

Illumination is a family-friendly light and sound installation open Saturday, November 16, 2024 through Saturday, January 4, 2025. Electric Illumination is a late-night experience for adults 18 and older on three special weekends in November and December, each with a unique theme and live DJ.