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Morton Arboretum Holds their 10th Annual "Illumination" Tree Light Exhibit



By: Hannah Mitchell

Due: 12/6/22


Join the Morton Arboretum this holiday season for the 10th annual Illumination: Tree Lights exhibit during its 100th anniversary year. The exhibit is available from November 19th through January 7th, 2023 opening up at 4:30 pm and closing at 8:30 each night. According to mortonarb.org, “...guests will explore 18 different features along a tree-lined one-mile walking trail immersed in color, light and sound created exclusively for The Morton Arboretum.” Guests will most definitely get their movement in for the day with this event.


Interested in going and what the ticket prices are? If you are a member the standard adult tickets are $22, with children being $14. As far as guest tickets, the standard adult price is $27 and children are $16. This event will be closed December 12th, 24th and 25th. There are also discounted nights throughout the season that you can find here.


If you end up getting hungry, concession tents are scattered throughout the event offering beverages and snacks. Feel free to grab a s’mores kit to enjoy by the fire.


New this year is the Electric Illumination for those 18 years of age or older. This event takes place from 9:30-11pm on December 16th, 23rd, and 30th featuring a “DJ curated mix of Trance and Progressive House music” synchronized to the light display.


If you decide to go to this event, be sure to bundle up and be ready to take on the cold weather. The walk is surely a good way to get out and enjoy the environment, but you will still be outdoors where weather conditions may vary depending on the night... so layer up!

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