FRIDAY, JULY 31
SATURDAY, SEPT 26
7:00 – 10:30 p.m.
The Garden Under Moonlight Glows Again
For decades, walking Fairchild under a full moon was one of the most beloved ways to experience the Garden. This season, that experience returns.
The Moonlight Garden
returns to Fairchild
The nighttime Garden is every bit as alive as the daytime one. As the sun sets, everything glows in ambers and goldenrods before easing into dusk.
The nighttime Garden is every bit as alive as the daytime one. As the sun sets, everything glows in ambers and goldenrods before easing into dusk.
Moonlight softens the vistas you know. Palms throw long silhouettes across the lawns, the pools hold the light, and familiar paths reveal shapes you may be seeing for the first time.
Night-blooming plants open and release their fragrance into the dark. The sounds shift too, the insects and night creatures filling the air where birdsong was.
The Garden you know reveals a side of itself you can only see after dark.
An Evening That Stays With You
The Garden, Unveiled.
A moonlit night brings Fairchild to you in a new and completely different way.
An evening worth sharing.
Fairchild’s Moonlight Garden is as much about the people you bring as the Garden itself. Whether it is a date night, an evening with friends, or a rare moment to step away from the everyday together, the night creates the kind of shared memory that is easy to carry home.
The Night, Unfolded
The moon,
up close.
Astronomers set up their telescopes on the Bailey Palm Glade, and in the Innovation Studio, Growing Beyond Earth®, Fairchild’s partnership with NASA, opens its doors for night exploration.
A space for
social connection.
Settle into the Star Bar Lounge at Lower Cycad Vista, where expertly crafted food and drinks are inspired by seasonal botanical themes are available to order. Sip a premium cocktail or mocktail, and enjoy charcuterie to the sound of ambient music as the night progresses.
A dedicated wellness & reflection space.
Find stillness at the Wellness Terrace at Allee Overlook, a dedicated quiet zone that offers mindfulness moments, guided meditation sessions, and mandala flower art for those seeking a deeper, more personal connection with the night.
The Garden in a different light.
Watch the Garden change color as evening falls. From amber dusk to silver moonlight, it is the same place you know, and a completely different one.
Candlelit Paths Through the Garden
Candles and lanterns line the quiet paths in the night Garden, music drifts through the grounds, and mist settles over the rainforest. Follow the path at your own pace and let the Garden reveal itself after dark.
Tickets & What’s Included
General admission ticket to Moonlight Garden at Fairchild includes:
Moonlight Garden
at Fairchild Walk
Follow the candlelit and lantern-lined paths through the Garden and discover Fairchild in a new light.
Astronomy
Field
Telescopes will be available for celestial viewing on a first come, first served basis.
Wellness
Terrace
Mindfulness moments and two guided meditation sessions at 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
Lower Cycad
Vista Lounge
A relaxation area with ambient music and access to the Star Bar, where premium food & drinks are available to order.
General Admission – $35
Friday, July 31
Saturday, September 26
7:00 – 10:30 p.m
Upgrade your General Admission ticket and save up to $10, with the addition of either of the two premium experiences at Moonlight Garden at Fairchild. Advance purchase is required.
Garden Pairing Experience
General Admission & Garden Pairing Experience (21+):
$75
(save $10)
Standalone Garden Paring Experience:
$50
Includes everything in the general admission ticket, plus a three-course guided culinary tasting experience near Archie Tree and Glasshouse Patio, inspired by Garden botanicals and designed to deepen your connection with the night through taste.
Sample menu (subject to seasonal rotation based on garden yield):
- Golden Hour: Burrata, heirloom tomato, basil oil and Sauvignon Blanc.
- Night Bloom: Goat cheese, honey, herbs, pistachio and Rosé wine.
- Moonlit Garden: Dark chocolate, raspberry, edible flower and red wine.
Garden Pairing Experience sessions: 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Duration: 1 hour
Arrive 10 minutes prior to the start time of your session. Bundle and save. Menu may rotate seasonally based on garden yield.
Moon Painting Experience
General Admission & Moon Painting Experience:
$55
(save $5)
Stand alone Moon Painting Experience
$25
Everything in the general admission ticket, plus a guided painting session at the Garden House Lawn.
A dedicated space to spark your creativity inspired by the full moon, the Garden around you, and the nighttime setting.
Sessions at 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your selected session.
Advance booking required.
Star Bar & Lounge Charcuterie Experience
Complete your evening with a curated charcuterie experience from the Star Bar & Lounge.
Purchase in advance or onsite, subject to availability.
Charcuterie for Two + Water
$95
Charcuterie for Two with Prosecco (21+)
$125
A curated charcuterie board for two, thoughtfully assembled. Each board features a selection of artisan cheeses, cured meat, seasonal fruits, mixed nuts, olives, honey, fresh herbs, and chocolate-covered almonds or pretzels, served with crackers.
Board composition varies based on seasonal availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are two evenings to enjoy Moonlight Garden at Fairchild: Friday, July 31 and Saturday, September 26, 2026. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
Your ticket includes access to the Garden grounds, the Moonlight Garden at Fairchild Walk lit by candles and lanterns, Astronomy Field, Wellness Terrace and access to the Lower Cycad Vista Lounge to unwind.
Yes. The Garden Pairing Experience (21+) and Moon Painting Experience are available as standalone premium experiences or bundled with General Admission. Advance purchase is required for bundles.
Moonlight Garden at Fairchild is an adult-oriented experience. Guests must be 21+ to participate in the Garden Pairing Experience.
Moonlight Garden at Fairchild takes place rain or shine.
General Admission tickets may be purchased at the door, subject to availability. The Garden Pairing Experience bundle and Moon Painting Experience require advance purchase.
Yes. The Star Bar at Cycad Vista offers cocktails, mocktails and charcuterie options for purchase throughout the evening.
Outside food and beverages are not permitted inside the Garden.
Tickets are not refundable nor transferable.
The Garden you know, revealed after dark.
Experience Fairchild in a new light.