Weekend tickets are selling fast! Best availability on Thursdays and in November.
TICKET INFO
NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 30 ONLY!
Appropriate for all ages, this festive walk takes approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour to complete.
TICKET TYPES
TIMED-ENTRY TICKETS
Arrive for your selected time slot only. No late entry, refunds, or exchanges.
KIDS
AGES 12 & UNDER
$39
ADULTS
AGES 13+
$49+
JACK PACK
AVAILABLE FOR 4 OR MORE
$44+/PP
For select time slots only
FLEX TICKETS
Arrive anytime before 8:30 PM and start the Light Trail whenever you like.
KIDS & ADULTS
$55+
DIRECTIONS
Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail is located at the New York Botanical Garden, easy to reach by Metro-North or subway.
Parking is limited!
If driving, limited spots are available at the Garden’s Main Entrance (2900 Southern Blvd.) and at the NYBG Parking Garage (401 Bedford Park Blvd.) across from the Mosholu Entrance.
Taking public transit or a ride share is highly recommended to avoid parking delays.
TICKETING FAQs
You can purchase tickets online here. Advance reservations are strongly recommended. Tickets may be available onsite “day of” but are not guaranteed, as capacity is limited. Beware of buying tickets through unapproved third-party resellers, as they may not be authentic. If you purchased tickets through an unauthorized source, we will not be able to guarantee your entry.
Do you want to change the dates for your tickets? Need a ticket confirmation email? Want to enquire about purchasing tickets in bulk? Please fill out this form, and someone from our customer service team will get back to you between the hours of 9 A.M. and 9 P.M. ET! Agents are available 7 days a week.
Yes, everyone over the age of 2 needs a ticket to enter.
We recommend using your smartphone for ticket scanning, to reduce paper waste. Printed tickets, with an active barcode, are accepted.
Tickets are nonrefundable and non-exchangeable.
Ticket holders will be notified if the event must be canceled due to extreme weather conditions jeopardizing the safety of the patrons, staff, and/or exhibit. Notification will provide direction on related refunds or exchanges.
A Timed-Entry Ticket permits you to enter during specific times in order to alleviate overcrowding and ensure a more pleasant experience for all guests. Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your ticketed entry time. Late arrivals may not be accommodated.
A Flex Ticket allows you to start the Light Trail at any time during your selected booking day. Arrivals after the final timed-entry slot on your selected booking day may not be accommodated.
A Jack Pack is a set of four or more tickets for $44+ per person (available for select time slots only). Bring your friends or your whole family!