Skip to main content
Shedd Aquarium

All Aglow

Sat, Nov 30 – Mon, Jan 06, 2025

1354 N. 2nd St., Rockford, IL 61107

The outdoor gardens at Nicholas Conservatory are filled with sparkling holiday lights.

The outdoor display features familiar favorites, light-wrapped trees and shrubs, as well as new surprises to discover.

View elegant, illuminated stars and 50 jumbo lighted candy canes, all hand-made by Conservatory staff. All in all, the outdoor grounds will have 300,000 lights, including many “glistening” lights, adding extra sparkle to the displays.

Lights are on dusk to dawn. Park closes at 10:00 pm.

This is a free event.

Images

More Information

  • Mon: Closed
  • Tue: 10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Wed: 10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Thu: 10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Fri: 10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Sat: 10:00am – 3:00pm
  • Sun: 10:00am – 3:00pm

The outdoor gardens are open with free admission. Donations are appreciated - look for purple donation poles

Back to Listings

Places to stay nearby...

Alpine Inn

Rockford

With the most competitive rates in town and newly renovated rooms, Alpine Inn offers the best in clean, affordable comfort.

Read more about Alpine Inn

Baymont Inn & Suites - Rockford

Rockford

Whether your stay is for business or leisure, our guests can enjoy their stay in Rockford with our hotel’s close proximity to area businesses and popular…

Read more about Baymont Inn & Suites - Rockford

Blackhawk Valley Campground - Rockford

Rockford

Blackhawk Valley Campground has more than 130 units.

Read more about Blackhawk Valley Campground - Rockford

You might also be interested...

REO Speedwagon live at the BMO Center

BMO Center •  Nov 22 @ 7:30PM

Legendary rock band REO Speedwagon is set to bring their iconic sound to the BMO Center in Rockford for an unforgettable night of classic hits!

Read more about REO Speedwagon live at the BMO Center

Dasher Dash 5K Race

Beattie Park •  Nov 30 @ 12noon

Dash through downtown Rockford in holiday style at the Dasher Dash 5K! Open to all ages, this festive race offers medals, race shirts, and awards. Enter…

Read more about Dasher Dash 5K Race

Stroll On State 2024

Downtown Rockford •  Nov 30 @ 2PM

Stroll on State is always held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving and is Rockford, Illinois' kick-off to the holiday season.

Read more about Stroll On State 2024

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get inspired by top travel stories, gain access to exclusive promotions and contests, and discover even more reasons to #EnjoyIllinois.