For anyone who’s visited Manteo’s Elizabethan Gardens, the ten acres that make up the botanical garden make quite the impact. No matter the time of year you visit, you’re greeted with stunning flora, sculpture displays, a wealth of history, and views of the beautiful Roanoke Sound. It’s a true delight. And if you happen to visit during the holidays, then even better! Just be sure to include a night visit during the WinterLights if visiting during the Christmas season.

The grand entrance, with its facade of hand-thrown bricks, is stunning all year round…

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And even more so during the WinterLights event, which officially opens in 2020 on Friday, November 27th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and continues on select nights through January 16, 2021.

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Prepare to see the gardens in a whole new light during WinterLights.

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The usual pathways will come to life with a twinkly glow and spark your holiday cheer like nothing else.

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Expect some traditional holiday decor to grace the walkways, too. And over on the Great Lawn, a huge crackling fire will warm your soul as much as your hands.

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You can also expect a seasonal gift shop and even some plant sales - both of which will be ideal for scoring some wonderful gifts to give loved ones for the holidays.

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Get ready for one of your most magical nights of the year at Elizabethan Gardens in Manteo. The WinterLights event officially opens on November 27, 2020 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and continues on select nights through January 16, 2021.

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Tickets are $11 for adults, $9 for kids ages 6-17, $6 for kids ages 5 and under. Purchase your tickets online in advance at this link. Learn more about the event from the official Facebook page for Elizabethan Gardens, or visit the website here.

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Address: Elizabethan Gardens, 1411 National Park Dr, Manteo, NC 27954, USA