Due to the extreme heat forecast for Saturday 22 February, the Bicentennial Conservatory, where In Full Colour: Dale Chihuly is held, will be CLOSED from 2pm to ensure the safety of visitors, staff and volunteers. It will reopen for Chihuly Nights.
If this impacts your planned visit, please email botanic.exhibitions@sa.gov.au for ticketing enquiries.
Mount Lofty Botanic Garden will also be CLOSED on Saturday 22 February, due to the extreme fire danger rating.
Thursday - Sunday
27 Sep 2024
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26 Apr 2025
18:45
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22:00
$25/ $20 / Free
2 hours at least
As the sun sets on an enchanting garden, discover soaring sculptures by the world’s most celebrated contemporary glass artist.
From the setting sun to the artwork's dramatic nighttime lighting, witness how the changing light lends new dimensions to the 15 playful, vibrant artworks on a journey through Adelaide Botanic Garden.
During your Chihuly Nights visit, explore the rainforest conservatory exhibition, In Full Colour: Dale Chihuly, where an additional collection of works can be found nestled in the lush botanical setting. Entry is only during the evening of your valid Chihuly Nights ticket from 6:45pm.
Head to the pavilion in the heart of the garden to enjoy live music and something delicious to eat and drink from award-winning caterers.
You can check out the Evergreen Deli's Chihuly Nights menu here.
It’s a feast for the senses!
Dale Chihuly, GLACIER ICE AND LAPIS CHANDELIER, 2024 © 2024 Chihuly Studio. All rights reserved. Photograph by Nathaniel Willson.
Adult general admission: $25
Concession: $20
Children 12 years and younger: Free entry (bookings essential)
The following live music performers will be playing during February.
February 20 - 23 Carl Orr Trio
February 28 - March 2 Texas Swing
March 6 - 9 Harrison Smith trio
March 13 -16 Lou Messenger Swing Jazz
March 20 - 23 Zooma Zooma
March 27 - 30 Sabor a Cuba
Please note that the entrance/exit for Chihuly Nights is via the Main Gate on North Terrace only. Parking is available in the East End of the city for easy access to the Main Gate. Find out more here.
Please note that the Garden closes at 6.30pm and all visitors will need to leave by this time. On Thursday - Saturday nights, the Main Gate on North Terrace will re-open again at 6.45pm for Chihuly Nights.
We recommend setting aside at least 2 hours to fully enjoy the Chihuly Nights experience, including the outside trail, conservatory exhibition and live music.
Chihuly Nights is proudly supported by The Advertiser and Sunday Mail
Photo credit: Dale Chihuly, Sapphire Star (detail), 2010. Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew, London, installed 2019. © 2020 Chihuly Studio. All rights reserved.
