Winterlights
Presented by Bank of America
Winterlights
5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The Garden at Newfields is aglow with more than a million and a half lights for the sixth season of Winterlights presented by Bank of America. The tradition continues, bringing wonder and warmth to the holiday season. Old favorites return and new additions shine bright.
Landscape of Light dances to the Nutcracker on Lilly Allée, while wind whistles in the Ice Storm Walk. The season is bright inside Lilly House, where the halls are decked with elegant hand-made holiday cheer. Whimsy welcomes young and old to experience the all-new sculpture, Big Piñata, by Monterrey, Mexico based art collective, Happy Rebels. The piñata is a traditional symbol of Las Posadas, a Latin American seasonal celebration. Another new addition, Astraeus, by local artists Owens + Crawley, lights the way through the woods as guests wander from Lilly House to Winter Market. Guests will be enchanted by a dazzling display of color blossoms in the new Glowing Garden.
Festive fare includes a new spiced cider, Sugar Plum Snow Day, an exclusive collaboration with Ash & Elm Cider Co. Crowd favorite Sun King Brewing Co.’s Electric Reindeer brown ale is back again this year, along with hot apple cider, hot cocoa and sweet treats including gingerbread popcorn from Just Pop In! and giant chocolate chip cookies from Circle City Sweets.
Bundle up to join us for another year of memories beneath the twinkling lights at Newfields.
November 20, 2022 - January 8, 2023
Newfields
Ticket prices vary
Advance ticket required
PUBLIC TICKETS
| Public | |
|---|---|
| Child (5 and under) | Free |
| Access Pass (per guest) | $2 |
| Youth (6-17) | $20 |
| Senior (55+) | $25 |
| Adult | $29 |
| Premier | $49 |
| Winterwonder Pass | $119 |
MEMBER TICKETS
| Member | |
|---|---|
| Child (5 and under) | Free |
| Access Pass | $2 |
| Youth (6-17) | $15 |
| Adult | $22 |
| Premier | $44 |
| Winterwonder Pass | $114 |
Packages
Premier Package
Public $49 / Member $44
The premier ticket is the perfect choice to make your Winterlights experience extra bright. Your ticket includes the option to skip the line when you arrive, festive blinky lights, holographic glasses, a non-alcoholic drink ticket and a light snack.
Winterwonder Pass
Public $119 / Member $114
The most wonderful ticket of the season! The Winterwonder Pass includes everything you love about Winterlights, plus an elevated experience inside Lilly House. Warm up on the second floor of Lilly House, overlooking Landscape of Light, while you sip a glass of bubbly (or non-alcoholic option) served in a keepsake cup and enjoy light treat. This package includes a flexible arrival time—join us any time between 5 and 9 PM—as well as fast pass access at culinary stops. Your Winterwonder Pass also includes: a Winterlights goodie bag with special blinky lights, holographic glasses, non-alcoholic beverage and gingerbread popcorn from Just Pop In!.
December 18, 2022
Latkes and Lights
Newfields
5-11 PM
Join Newfields and the Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis for the Chanukah takeover of Winterlights.
December, 15, 2022
Las Posadas at Winterlights
Newfields
5-11 PM
Newfields and Arte Mexicano en Indiana team up for the Las Posadas takeover of Winterlights presented by Bank of America.
Take home the sound of Winterlights
Enjoy Huckleberry Funk's cover of This Christmas, play it at home to get in the holiday spirit.
The Museum & Garden Shop Gift Catalog
Winterlights FAQs
Will there be available parking?
We are expecting you! For your convenience, we’ve added additional parking for Winterlights. Please read the below carefully to ensure your parking experience goes smoothly.
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Rideshare whenever possible!
We will have flashing street signs letting you know where additional parking is available. Including these locations:
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The International School of Indiana (Park & Ride)
4330 N. Michigan Road
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Five shuttles will be running from the International School to Newfields on 5-to-10-minute intervals throughout the evening.
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Indiana Interchurch Center (Park & Walk)
1100 W. 42nd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Interchurch is just across Michigan Road from Newfields. Guests who park at Interchurch will have walking access to Newfields.
Thank you to our partners:
iPark, the International School of Indiana, Indiana Interchurch Center, and Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.
What is the weather policy?
Winterlights is a rain or shine event! Most of Winterlights is an outdoor, walking experience, so bundle up and be ready for winter weather. If Newfields cancels Winterlights, you will be notified by email with additional instructions. Find real-time updates on Newfields’ social media channels and our website, discovernewfields.org. Please check online for last minute event updates.
Why are tickets on December 15 and December 18 more than other nights?
Great question! December 15 is Las Posadas, a special evening in partnership with Arte Mexicano en Indiana. Tickets on this day include a Mexican hot chocolate and churros and as well as all enhanced experiences for the evening. December 18 is Latkes & Lights, a special evening with The Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis, and tickets include a latke or sufganiyot as well as a Kosher cider or a hot cocoa.
Is Lilly House open this year?
Yes! The first floor of Lilly House is open to all ticket holders and will be as beautiful and festive as ever. New this year, Winterwonder Pass holders are invited to an elevated experience on the second floor of the historic home overlooking Landscape of Light.
Will there be food and drinks available for purchase?
Yes! Light snacks will be available to purchase at two locations throughout Winterlights. Festive snacks include gingerbread popcorn from Just Pop In, giant cookies from Circle City Sweets, and a make-your-own s’mores station by The Girl Scouts. Favorite seasonal beverages for young and old are available for purchase, including Newfield’s famous hot cocoa, a new spiced cider, Sugar Plum Snow Day, an exclusive collaboration with Ash & Elm Cider Co. and Sun King Brewery’s exclusive Newfields brew, Electric Reindeer.
Will there be places to shop during Winterlights?
Yes! There are two retail opportunities during Winterlights. Holiday shoppers can expect to find unique ornaments and locally handmade gifts at the Wintermarket along with other gifts by local makers, and a selection that is sure to delight everyone on your shopping list.
Will Santa and carolers be back this year?
Santa and carolers will be at Winterlights on the evenings listed below. Santa and the carolers are included in all tickets and float throughout the experience throughout the night.
Santa: Nov. 19, Nov. 29, Nov. 30, Dec. 6, Dec. 7, Dec. 13, Dec. 14, Dec. 20, Dec. 21
Carolers: Nov. 29, Nov. 30, Dec. 6, Dec. 7, Dec. 13, Dec. 14, Dec. 20, Dec. 21
We get it - things come up!
All tickets are non-refundable. If you need to exchange your tickets for any reason, there are a few options for you.
The last opportunity to exchange a ticket is 2 days before the event date (i.e., a Thursday event date can last be exchanged on the preceding Tuesday). No tickets will be exchanged within 24 hours of the event date (i.e., a Thursday event date cannot be exchanged on the day before, Wednesday).
Online Exchanges
- You can exchange your ticket free of charge up to a week before your ticket time through your Newfields account.
- For exchanges made within seven days of your ticket, there is a $5 fee per ticket and you must call guest services to process the exchange at 317-923-1331.
- The last opportunity to exchange a ticket is 2 days before the event date (i.e., a Thursday event date can last be exchanges on the preceding Tuesday).
- No tickets will be exchange within 24 hours of the event date (i.e., a Thursday event date cannot be exchanged on the day before, Wednesday).
Phone Exchanges
If you don't have a Newfields account, or need help accessing yours, we can assist you via phone at 317-923-1331.
- For exchanges made over the phone there is a $5 exchange fee per ticket.
- The last opportunity to exchange a ticket is 2 days before the event date (i.e., a Thursday event date can last be exchanges on the preceding Tuesday).
- No tickets will be exchange within 48 hours of the event date (i.e., a Thursday event date cannot be exchanged on the day before, Wednesday).
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