Winterlights presented by Bank of America
It’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. Nearly two million lights will dazzle and delight during the ninth annual holiday tradition in The Garden. Lights will dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching the very tips of 100-year-old trees and lighting the way.
The undeniable display of wintertime wonder extends inside the historic Lilly House with whimsical Dickens Villages, sweetly scented gingerbread, and a sprinkle of holiday delight at Styled for the Season presented by LINNEA.
The more the merrier...Winterwonder Pass is available for guests looking for ultimate cheer.
Hearts and hands will be warmed by crackling firepits at Culinary Campsite at Garden Terrace. Satisfy your holiday sweet cravings with s’more kits and giant chocolate chip cookies. Get in the holiday spirit—cocoa and ciders can be spiked with a shot from Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey or peppermint vodka. Or enjoy a Winterlights-inspired Electric Reindeer brew from Sun King Brewing Co., or a spiced plum cider from Ash & Elm Cider Co.
Before you leave, pick up a thoughtful gift from Wintermarket sponsored by Marian, Inc or The Museum & Garden Shop. There is something for everyone on your list and your purchase supports Newfields.
The more you know...
Kids five and under are free.
There is a $1.99 processing fee per paid ticket. Access Pass is excluded from processing fees.
Enter 38th St. entrance for $20 Reserved Parking.
Enter Michigan Rd. entrance for Free Parking.
Advance tickets required
Winterlights presented by Bank of America has more than ever before:
A Glimpse Into Winterlights at Newfields
Frequently Asked Questions
Winterlights is an outdoor walking experience on an accessible path.
On average, guests spend about 90 at Winterlights
Restrooms are available throughout the experience
Wheelchairs, strollers, and small wagons are permitted.
Wheelchairs are available to borrow from Newfields on a first come first serve basis. If you have to wait, it won’t be for long! You’ll have to park your stroller and small wagons outside of Lilly House, but there is parking and kids are welcome inside. Wheelchairs are allowed inside Lilly House.
There is a nursing room available inside the Indianapolis Museum of Art and inside the basement of Lilly House.
Download or print your tickets from the confirmation email you got when you purchased your tickets.
Keep your confirmation number handy.
Your ticket will be scanned inside the Randolph H. Deer Special Events Pavilion. Which is located just to the right of the big glass atrium. Follow the sidewalks illuminated by bistro lights.
Reserved parking is available for $20 per car. However, free parking is also available. Here is some more information:
If you would like to guarantee a spot in the best parking lot, we recommend purchasing a Reserved Parking pass for $20 in advance with your tickets for the experience.
On our busiest nights, at our busiest times, guests without Reserved Parking may be directed to additional parking at:
Indiana Interchurch Center - 1100 W. 42nd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
*Interchurch is about a 10-minute walk from ticket scanning at The Garden Entrance. You may choose to drop members of your party off before parking.
All parking is accessible. However, the Newfields parking lot and garage are prioritized for accessibility needs. Please notify a parking attendant if you need accessible parking.
Thank you to our partners: iPark and Indiana Interchurch Center
Winterlights closes 90 minutes after the last ticket time. You will have enough time to enjoy the entire experience if you join us for the last ticket of the evening.
Winterlights is a rain or shine event. If inclement weather forces Winterlights to close, updates will be shared on social media and our website and guests will receive an email with instructions on next steps.
All Winterlights tickets include access to the first floor of Lilly House.
Food and beverages are not permitted inside Lilly House. Please finish your snacks and drinks outside while you enjoy the Landscape of Light.
Strollers are permitted at Winterlights but not permitted inside Lilly House, but kiddos of all ages are welcome.
Stroller parking is available just outside Lilly House.
Standard-sized wheelchairs are permitted inside Lilly House. Due to size restrictions in the home and elevator, if your wheelchair doesn’t fit, you may borrow a wheelchair from Newfields.
The Winterwonder Lounge on Floor 2 of Lilly House is open to Winterwonder Pass ticketholders. Drinks will be available for purchase. An elevator is available for guests who need it.
Guests are subject to metal detector screening and bag search prior to ticket scanning. Individuals unable to go through the metal detector will be hand-screened with an electronic wand by Newfields Security.
Outside food and alcoholic beverages, grills, pets, knives, guns, and weapons are prohibited.
Service animals are permitted.
Guests will be asked to return prohibited items to their cars or dispose of them.
Guests may refuse inspections, however Newfields management reserves the right to refuse entry.
Blinky lights and Winterlights glasses will be distributed in the Randolph H. Deer Special Events Pavilion, just after ticket scanning.
Credit and debit cards are preferred payments.
We ID everyone. Guests who intend to purchase alcohol will need to show a valid ID.
The Museum & Garden Shop is open inside the Indianapolis Museum of Art during Winterlights and you can purchase blinky lights near ticket scanning.
More About Tickets
Members enjoy value pricing all season long. No matter what package, Members always get the best deal of the day. Have FOMO (fear of missing out)? Become a Member today.
Winterlights tickets start at $25. Ticket prices will vary based on supply and demand. Traditionally slow dates and time priced on the low side of the range and busy dates and busy ticket times are on the high side. We encourage guests to plan ahead and to get the lowest prices on the dates of their choice.
Group Rates are not valid on Peak nights.
The more the merrier. Premier tickets include everything you need for a flawless experience. Premier tickets include expedited entry, blinky lights, a non-alcoholic beverage (upgrade available), and Winterlights Glasses. Premier Package items will be distributed in the Randolph H. Deer Special Events Pavilion, just after ticket scanning.
The most magical ticket of them all: includes the complete Winterlights experience, and more. You’ll have flexible arrival time between 5–8 PM, VIP treatment, special access to the Lilly House Lounge on the second floor of the historic mansion overlooking Landscape of Light, a premium beverage, fast pass access at culinary stops, expedited entry, blinky lights, Winterlights Glasses, and ticket insurance.
November 27, 28, 29, December 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20, 21–27
Ticket Insurance ($10)
Worried about weather? Did something come up and you need to exchange evenings? Ticket insurance is for you. Ticket insurance is required for each ticket, not per transaction, and needs to be purchased at the time of sale. Valid for one exchange per ticket per festival. Ticket must be exchanged before the date listed on the original ticket. Ticket insurance isn’t necessary for children five and under, or for Access Pass ticket holders. Ticket insurance covers exchanging ticket dates but does not apply to refunds.
Blinky Lights ($12)
Shine bright! Purchase your blinky lights in advance. Pick them up in Wintermarket when you arrive for Winterlights.
Winterlights Glasses ($12)
It’s snow beautiful. Everything turns to snowfall with these magical holographic glasses. Pick them up in Wintermarket when you arrive for Winterlights. Glasses come with a complimentary non-alcoholic drink ticket.
There is a $1.99 processing fee per ticket.
Become a Sponsor
A variety of sponsorship and entertainment packages are available for the event. Please contact Stacy Clark, Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, at (317) 923-1331 ext. 271 for more information.
Host a Private Event at Winterlights
Presenting Sponsor
Lead Sponsors
Contributing Sponsors
Supporting Sponsors
Sensory Warning
Winterlights is a multi-sensory experience with bright and contrasting lighting, changing sounds, large images, crowds, or various additional stimuli. A small percentage of guests may experience health difficulties or even epileptic seizures when exposed to certain light patterns, noises or flashing lights. Exposure to certain noises, patterns, or backgrounds in Winterlights may induce a health event or even an epileptic seizure in these certain individuals. Certain conditions within the experience may induce health difficulties and previously undetected epileptic symptoms even in persons who have no history of prior seizures or epilepsy. If you, or anyone you are purchasing tickets on behalf of, have serious health issues, have an epileptic condition, or any health condition you believe can be triggered by a sensory event please consult your physician prior to visiting this experience. If you experience any of the following symptoms while participating in Winterlights —dizziness, nausea, altered vision, eye or muscle twitches, loss of awareness, disorientation, any involuntary movement, or convulsions—IMMEDIATELY exit the experience and request assistance from Newfields staff.
Value Statement
Your Winterlights tickets directly support Newfields’ mission to enrich lives through exceptional experiences with art and nature. Your generous support helps to maintain the Indianapolis Museum of Art Collection, special exhibitions, community programming and education, as well as the ongoing maintenance of The Garden, The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park, and more. Thank you!
