Event Name: Glowing Wild (21+ Night)
Location: New England Botanic Garden Public Event
Event Date: Friday, 10/31/2025
Event Time: 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Duration: 30 minutes
Tickets Available: 112
Purchase Deadline: Friday, 10/31/2025 7:30 PM

The Event Time listed above is your selected Arrival Window. Once you have arrived, you are welcome to stay until the event ends at 10pm.


Get lost in a night where nature gets weird and things aren't quite as they seem. This immersive nighttime experience transforms The Ramble into an otherworldly dreamscape of unusual plants and other curiosities set among captivating light displays. This special after-hours event offers a unique opportunity to experience the Stranger Plants exhibition, along with additional entertainment tailored on select evenings for a 21+ or family audience. This evening's activities are geared toward a 21+ audience. To register for a family-friendly evening, click here.


As the sun goes down, The Ramble comes alive with the uncanny beauty of the unnatural world. Dance the night away to your favorite beats by local DJs, sip on cosmic cocktails, and prepare for extraterrestrial encounters with Big NazoMust be 21+ to attend. Come in costume on Halloween to be entered for a chance to win 4 Night Lights tickets!


Food & Drink: Ticket price includes one free beverage: choice of non-alcoholic drink, beer, wine, or the signature drink. Additional drinks and light bites will be available for purchase during the event. Outside alcohol is not permitted at the Garden. Click here to view the menu.

 

Dates: Glowing Wild takes place on select Friday and Saturday evenings from September 20 through October 31, and offers experiences tailored to a 21+ or family audience. To reserve tickets for a different date or type of evening, visit our calendar.


Times: Doors and concessions open at 7pm. Ticketed entrance times are at 7pm and 7:30pm. The Event Time listed above is your selected Arrival Window. Once you are on-site, you are welcome to stay until the event ends at 10pm.


 

GENERAL EVENT INFORMATION 


Ticket Refund and Exchange Policy: Tickets are non-refundable and are only valid for the date and time selected. Tickets can be rescheduled to a different evening or entry timeslot of Glowing Wild for a $10 fee, plus the difference in ticket price for moving from a family-friendly night to a 21+ night if applicable. Tickets may only be rescheduled if tickets are still available for a different evening. Ticketholders must call 508-869-6111 x174 to reschedule by 5pm the day before the date on their original ticket.


Cancellation/Inclement Weather Policy: Glowing Wild takes place in all weather conditions such as light rain or cold temperatures, but in cases of extreme weather, New England Botanic Garden may decide to cancel an evening. If so, you will be notified about the cancellation by email. In the case of non-hazardous inclement weather, the event will still take place but some activities may be moved indoors or canceled.


Please note: Tickets will not be available to purchase onsite during the event. Pre-registration is required. General Admission discounts and passes do not apply to this special event. Pets should remain at home. Service animals are welcome throughout the property at all times.

 

Ticket: Price: Quantity:
Member Adult$25.00Login
Adult$35.00
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