Holiday Lights & Museum Exhibit - Cheekwood Botanic Gardens

Event: Holiday Lights & Museum - Cheekwood Botanic Gardens
Location: Cheekwood Botanic Gardens & Mansion
Date: Monday, December 9th
Time: 7:00 PM (Entry Slot)
Cost: $29 per person with $2 processing fee (See details below for assistance options)

Description:
Join us for a magical evening at Cheekwood Botanic Gardens as we celebrate the holiday season with two incredible experiences: Holiday Lights and I believe we can then also visit the exhibit Holidays at the White House with the First Ladies. This unforgettable night combines the beauty of over a million twinkling lights with a unique exhibition showcasing holiday traditions from the White House, spanning from Jacqueline Kennedy to Michelle Obama.

Holiday Lights:
Experience Nashville’s beloved holiday tradition on a one-mile walk through Cheekwood’s gardens, illuminated by more than a million lights. Delight in festive s’mores, seasonal libations, and a visit to the Holiday Marketplace. It’s a joyful event for all ages!

Holidays at the White House with the First Ladies:
Step into the Historic Mansion, specially decorated this year by former White House florist Laura Dowling. This photographic exhibition takes you through the holiday themes of First Ladies from 1961 to 2016. View intimate moments, decorations, and beloved traditions of the first families, all brought to life through images from the White House Historical Society and Presidential libraries.

Agenda:
• 7:00 PM: Meet at the entrance to Cheekwood Botanic Gardens (details on finding the group below).
• 7:15 PM: Begin exploring the illuminated gardens as part of the Holiday Lights experience.
• 8:15 PM: Tour the Historic Mansion and enjoy the Holidays at the White House exhibition.
• 9:00 PM: Wrap up or grab a warm drink/snack somewhere.

Cost & Accessibility:
Tickets are $29 per person plus $2 processingg fee, which includes entry to both the gardens and mansion. Please purchase your ticket for the 7:00 PM time slot in advance using the Holiday Lights event page booking: https://cheekwood.org/calendar-events/holiday-lights/ - Trouble finding the event? Navigatee to the Cheekwood website > Visit > Events > 10th Annual Holiday Lights > Reserve Tickets > Mansion and Gardens 7pm, December 9. If the cost is out of your budget, don’t hesitate to message me—we’ll work something out to make sure you can attend.

What to Bring:
• Comfortable walking shoes and warm clothing for the outdoor portion.
• Money for optional drinks, snacks, or marketplace items.
• A sense of wonder for this beautiful holiday tradition!

How to Find Us:
We’ll meet at the main entrance of Cheekwood Botanic Gardens at 6:45 PM, so we’re ready to enter together for the 7:00 PM time slot. I’ll be wearing a glen plaid coat.

Why Join This Event?
This is a perfect opportunity to celebrate the season with community, lights, and history. Whether you’re here for the dazzling gardens, the historical insights, or both, this event offers something for everyone. Let’s create some wonderful memories together!