Event Highlights
Electric Illumination will take place from 8:30 to 10:00 p.m. on the following three weekends, each with a different musical theme:
Friday, November 29, and Saturday, November 30
2000s Pop Hits
Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7
Country Mashups
Friday, December 13, and Saturday, December 14
Diva Anthems
A live DJ will be stationed in Arbor Court during Electric Illumination hours.
The Arboretum Store will be open until 10:00 p.m. on Electric Illumination dates.
Last entry on each night will be at 9:00 p.m.
Ticket Details
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!
Buy tickets for 2024’s Electric Illumination experience online.
Ticket prices are always 20% lower for Arboretum members. Become a member to access the best prices.
If you have questions about purchasing tickets, please email tickets@mortonarb.org or call 630-725-2066.
Food Options
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.
The Ginkgo Restaurant will be open until 8:00 p.m. on Electric Illumination dates.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.
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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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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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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.
