Light up your evening with a magical stroll through the Garden, perfect for a family outing, girls’ night, or romantic date night. Enjoy colorful lights, s’mores by the fire, holiday music, and a joyful spirit all around. Make memories at the snowball pit and capture the moment at our photo stops. Check the schedule for live jazz on Sundays, Santa visits, and more—then plan your visit and get your tickets!
On Sunday, Dec. 21, Nick Mancini Trio will be performing inside our Mabee Grange from 6-8 p.m.
About Nick Mancini:
Nick Mancini’s journey in the world of jazz is nothing short of remarkable. Starting his professional career as a rock drummer at the young age of 17, he has evolved into an internationally recognized virtuoso jazz vibraphonist and composer. His dedication to jazz led him from upstate NY to the bustling streets of NYC to LA, and ultimately, Tulsa OK; where he remains an in-demand musician and performer world-wide.
Mancini feels his career truly took flight in the vibrant LA creative music scene. He has left an indelible mark in the industry, earning accolades and recognition from peers and audiences alike. DRUM Magazine’s Reader’s Poll named him “Best Jazz Percussionist” on vibes and in 2011 was named honoree at the Los Angeles Jazz Vibes Summit
Not only is Nick Mancini a dynamic performer and composer, but he is also a dedicated educator. Since 1998, he has maintained a private teaching studio which has served well over 150 students, he taught vibes and was a jazz combo coach at the California State Universities at Northridge and Long Beach, and taught vibraphone at the prestigious Herbie Hancock Institute. Now he is the Coordinator of Jazz Studies at the University of Tulsa.
Tips:
- Garden members save $2-5 per ticket. Join today!
- See schedule of all activities, FAQs and more details about Botanic Garden of Lights
- Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes for this outdoor, walking event. Majority of festival paths are wheelchair and stroller friendly. Manual wheelchairs are available for loan in our visitor center, first-come, first-serve.
- We will have delicious food options for purchase. No outside food and drink is allowed. All transactions at the Garden are cashless.
Tickets are required for all attendees, including Garden members. Guest passes and reciprocal admission do not apply for this special, ticketed event.
MEMBERS: Age 16+ | $17 ; Ages 3-15 | $8
NON-MEMBERS: Age 16+ | $22; Ages 3-15 | $10
Children Age 2 and under require a $0 ticket
Prices above do not include tax or processing fees.
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