About this Event
The Riparian Preserve comes alive with a holiday glow! Stroll around the walkways at the Riparian at Water Ranch with thousands of holiday lights and displays at every turn. This is a rare opportunity for those who appreciate nature to experience the thrill of nighttime at the preserve! Local food and drinks vendors will be on-site for select nights serving delicious holiday treats.
This year's event takes place at 5:30-8:30 PM each night from December 13-22. The last time slot sold is 8:00 PM. Entry will not be permitted after 8:30 PM. Lights will remain on until 9 PM.
On-Line Ticket Information:
Tickets fees: $5.00 per person + tax/fees.
Children 3 and younger are free.
Tickets are single-use and only valid for their designated date (please make sure you are selecting tickets for the correct date before purchase).
Tickets are non-refundable. If you would like to transfer tickets to a different date, you can do so on your Eventbrite account (service/transfer fees apply). The transfer must be completed before the event begins on the selected evening.
Online ticket sales close at 4:30 pm each event day.
On-Site Ticket Sales:
On-Site Ticket Sales will be available from December 13th - December 22nd:
On-Site ticket sales open at 5:30 PM-8:00 PM as space allow. On-Site tickets will not be sold after 8:30 PM.
$10 per person plus tax/fees.
Children 3 and younger are free.
On-Site Tickets can be purchased with a credit card only. No cash will be accepted.
Ticket buyers may have a wait time of up to 15 minutes before entering the event (if space is available).
Accessibility:
This event is held on the paved trails around the preserve and is fully accessible by strollers, wheelchairs and walkers. Please do not allow children to climb on light displays. Violators will be asked to leave the event without a refund. Leashed pets are allowed at the Riparian Preserve. Please remember to pick up after your furry friend!
Parking:
Parking is available at the Southeast Regional Library. The event entrance is located in the north parking lot on the corner of the Library at Guadalupe and Greenfield Roads. All other entrances to the Riparian Preserve will be closed during event hours. If you are parking at one of the local businesses, please be courteous of the site, and do not leave trash or block customer parking. There will be no parking available at the Riparian Preserve parking lot after 4:00 PM on event days.
Food and Drinks:
A variety of drink and snack trucks will be on-site for the event. Alcohol and glass containers are strictly prohibited. Please do not feed the animals. Vendors will be accepting card and cash payments. No ATMs are available on site. Please plan accordingly.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, 2757 East Guadalupe Road, Gilbert, United States
