las noches de las luminarias 2014 invitation
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Desert Botanical Garden is celebrating its 37th year of Las Noches de las Luminarias, and we invite you to join us for one of Arizona’s best holiday events. For 16 magical nights, the Garden will come to life with the soft glow from more than 8,000 hand-lit luminaria bags, thousands of white twinkle lights and the vibrant sounds and sights of 10 entertainment groups.TRANSCRIPT
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1201 North Galvin ParkwayPhoenix, Arizona 85008-3490480 941.1225 | dbg.org
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Visit the Garden Shop Complete your holiday shopping with a unique gift from the Garden Shop. Choose from a large selection of distinctive merchandise and plants.
Enjoy a wine flight Purchase wine by the glass or bottle, or sample a wine flight at our seasonal boutique wine store.
Sponsor a luminaria bag Sponsor a luminaria bag in honor or in memory of a loved one and your personal message will be displayed on the bag throughout the run of Las Noches de las Luminarias. Sponsorship begins at $100 per bag. Visit dbg.org or call 480 481.8147 for more information.
Volunteer for Luminaria by becoming a Volunteer in the Garden. Visit dbg.org/volunteer for more details.
Help those in need This year when you purchase your Luminaria tickets, you will have the opportunity to help those in need by donating to Season for Sharing during the check-out process. Season for Sharing funds agencies that help at-risk children & families, improve education, aid victims of domestic violence and serve the elderly.
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D E S E R T B O T A N I C A L G A R D E NLUMINARIAS
As Desert Botanical Garden celebrates its 37th year of
Las Noches de las Luminarias, we invite you to join us for one
of Arizona’s best holiday events. For 16 magical nights, the Garden
will come to life with the soft glow from more than 8,000 hand-lit
luminaria bags, thousands of white twinkle lights and the vibrant
sounds and sights of 10 entertainment groups. Enjoy dinner at the
Garden with family and friends, and stroll each path with a warm cup
of cider or cocoa. The Southwest elegance and beauty of the Garden
at night will remind you of what the season is all about.
MAKE PLANS TO DINE
DINING IN DORRANCE HALL New Menu – New Dining Experience with Buffet Stations
Salad and Bread StationSouthwestern Caesar Salad crisp romaine with house made southwestern, chipotle Caesar dressing and topped with parmesan cheese and croutons
Mixed Greens with winter citrus segments, red onion, tortilla frizzles and panela cheese with a citrus vinaigrette
Assorted Fresh Baked Rolls with creamery butter
Entrée StationPenne Pasta with sautéed shrimp, peppers, corn and queso fresco with chipotle cream
Cheese Tortellini with roasted butternut squash and oaxaca cheese with ancho pesto sauce
Ancho Crusted Pork Tenderloin
Chicken Poblano Mole
Calabacitas with fresh corn
Roasted Red Potatoes with cumin and onions
Dessert StationAssorted CookiesTres Leches Cake Mexican Chocolate Bread Pudding
Beverage StationChilled Iced Water with Arizona lemon wheels
Fresh Brewed Iced Tea
Decaffeinated Coffee with cream and sweetener
Creamy Hot Chocolate with miniature marshmallows
Warm Spiced Apple Cider with cinnamon sticks and clove
Buffet Meal Ticket Adults $22 per adult – inclusive of tax
Children $12 per child (12 and under) – inclusive of tax
It is recommended that you purchase meal tickets in advance or you may purchase them at the Admissions Box Office.
GERTRUDE’S For reservations at Gertrude’s, the Garden’s onsite restaurant, visit gertrudesrestaurant.net or call 480 719.8600. Advance reservations are highly recommended.
PATIO CAFÉ The Patio Café, located on Ullman Terrace, will also be open nightly.
Catered by:
ENTERTAINMENT Mariachi PasiónMariachi Ottosen Entry Garden | All nights
Arizona Folk Ensemble featuring members of Run Boy RunFolk/Bluegrass Amphitheater | November 28, 29, December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29, 30
Pick and Holler Old Time Appalachian Amphitheater | December 23, 26
Sahnas Brothers Spanish Guitar Steele Herb Garden | November 28, 29, December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23
Domingo DeGrazia Guitar and Violin Steele Herb Garden | December 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
The Sugar ThievesDelta Blues Ullman Terrace | All nights
Will ClipmanWorld Percussion and Storytelling PPSD Trail | All nights
TravelerWorld Music Boppart Courtyard | All nights
Adam Roberts Jazz EnsembleJazz Wildflower Pavilion | November 28, 29, December 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
Duncan Family Apache Storytelling and Native Flute PPSD Trail | All nights
Phoenix Astronomical SocietyStargazing Pratt Ramada | All nights
Handbell EnsemblesWebster Auditorium
Desert Bells InternationalNovember 28, 29, December 12, 13, 19, 20, 22, 23, 26, 27
Dove of the Desert UMCDecember 29, 30
KMS Scorpion BellsDecember 5, 6
Redeemer Christian School RamBellsDecember 21
Red Mountain Ringers December 28
All acts perform nightly unless otherwise noted. Please visit dbg.org/luminaria for more information about the artists. Programming subject to change. As of 8/12/14.
To Purchase Tickets• Order online at dbg.org/luminaria
• Call 480 481.8188 (8 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily)
• Visit the Admissions Box Office (8 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily)
Member ticket sales begin September 15, 2014 Members can SAVE $5 off adult tickets by using the discount code Lumi2014 before October 31.
General Public ticket sales begin September 28, 2014
Event Dates
Members Only General Public – Join today and save!December 5–6 November 28–29, December 12–13, 19–23, 26–30
Event Hours5:30 – 9:30 p.m. (Timed entry admission times are 5:30 or 7:30 p.m.)
NEW THIS YEAR! To create the best guest experience, you may choose an admission time of 5:30 or 7:30 p.m. Limited tickets for each time period will be available.
Event Pricing
Garden MembersAdults $25 Children $10 (ages 3–12) Children under three are admitted free.
General PublicAdults $30 Children $12.50 (ages 3–12) Children under three are admitted free.
Food and beverages available for an additional charge.
For 25 or more tickets, call 480 481.8104. Group discount will apply. Ask about private rental options.
A limited quantity of electric scooters and wheelchairs will be available for advance reservations on a first-come, first-served basis at the time of ticket purchase by calling 480 481.8188.
PURCHASING TICKETS