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REDDING’S FAVORITE

HOLIDAY TRADITION

Turtle Bay Exploration Park and the Sundial Bridge are set to transform into the dazzling holiday spectacle, Redding Garden of Lights presented by Dignity Health. More than two million lights will illuminate ten acres of gardens with glowing tunnels, sparkling trees, festive decorations, and interactive features.

New for 2026, guests can also explore a European-style Christkindl Market featuring holiday gifts, crafts, food, and drinks.

Tickets from $18. Kids under 2 are free.

An evening of light by Sacramento River.

Stroll through more than 2 million lights at Turtle Bay Exploration Park, then warm up at our first-ever Christkindl Market complete with new food and drinks, gifts and more.

The 7th Annual Garden of Lights opens November 20.

What Can You Expect This Year?

  • New Christkindl European-style market

  • New Magic Wand Interactive

  • More lights and sights than ever

  • New food and drink options

  • Jingle Bell Fun Run

  • New Year’s Eve Special Celebration

  • and more!

PRIVATE IGLOO EXPERIENCE

NEW! CHRISTKINDL MARKET

GLOW SWINGS

TRAIN RIDE

SUNDIAL BRIDGE

POLAR PATH

MODEL TRAIN TOWN

HOLIDAY VILLAGE

PHOTO PAVILLION