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Oakland’s 2024 “Autumn Lights Festival” (October 17-19)

Friday, October 18, 2024 - 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Cost: $28.52*
*$28.52 adults; $12.51 youth (ages 6-17); free for ages five and under
The Gardens at Lake Merritt | 666 Bellevue Ave. Oakland, CA 94610
East Bay

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Oakland’s 2024 “Autumn Lights Festival” (October 17-19)

Autumn Lights Oakland

Art and nature enthusiasts from all over the region will flock to Oakland’s Lake Merritt to immerse themselves in the 13th Annual Autumn Lights Festival, a one-of-a-kind interactive art experience that is always the talk of the town.

We invite you to celebrate our 13th Annual festival in-person over three spectacular nights October 17-19, 2024. Prepare to be dazzled, mesmerized and amazed at this magical benefit for the non-profit Friends of the Gardens at Lake Merritt where you will experience 90 locally produced illuminated art displays sparkling and beaming throughout Oakland’s beloved eight-acre municipal gardens. Be sure to buy your tickets soon as this event always sells out.

Autumn Lights Festival 2024
October 17-19, 2024 | 6-11pm
Gardens at Lake Merritt, 666 Bellevue Avenue, Oakland
Buy Tickets – $28.52 (fees included) for ages 18+, $12.51 for ages 6-17, Free for ages five and under

The Gardens at Lake Merritt
The Gardens at Lake Merritt

The Autumn Lights Festival is a fundraiser for the Gardens at Lake Merritt. The Gardens at Lake Merritt were established more than a half century ago. They are a collection of themed gardens requiring varying levels of upkeep. Volunteers provide much needed maintenance assistance as the City of Oakland’s gardening staff has been dramatically reduced over time. The gardens are a tranquil oasis in the heart of Oakland and provide enriching public programs.

The Autumn Lights Festival is presented by the Friends of the Gardens at Lake Merritt (FGLM). FGLM is an entirely volunteer organization, formed in 2004. The Mission of the FGLM is to partner with the City of Oakland to enhance the seven-acre collection of themed gardens in the heart of Oakland.

By supporting the diverse plant collection, habitats, demonstration gardens and landscapes of the gardens, FGLM works to augment the Gardens as a learning resource and a serene location for the public to connect with and enjoy the beauties of nature.

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Upcoming Oakland’s 2024 “Autumn Lights Festival” (October 17-19) Events

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: $28.52*
*$28.52 adults; $12.51 youth (ages 6-17); free for ages five and under
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families, Nature, Outdoors, Sponsored
Address: 666 Bellevue Ave. Oakland, CA 94610

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