Holiday Special: Garden Fest of Lights Excursion

DISCLAIMER

Participation is limited to eligible DoD/DoW FMWR patrons, including active-duty military members, military retirees, National Guard and Reserve members, DoD/DoW civilian employees, eligible spouses and dependents, and guests sponsored by an authorized patron.
Eligibility and sponsorship are subject to verification and may vary by installation. Purchasing a ticket through Eventbrite does not establish eligibility or guarantee installation access. By registering, you confirm that you are an eligible patron or a sponsored guest.

Experience the Country's #1 Botanical Garden Holiday Light Show!

Mark your calendars! On Friday, December 18, 2026, FMWR is planning a magical winter-wonderland trip to the famous Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden for their spectacular Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights

Walk through a dazzling outdoor display featuring over one million twinkling lights, hand-crafted botanical decorations, and fantastic model trains

Cozy up by the outdoor warming fire with some hot cocoa, grab fresh s'mores, and explore the beautifully decorated Conservatory. It is the ultimate way to celebrate the holiday season with friends and family!

We are currently working to finalize our group ticket block and transit logistics. This is a placeholder page so you can save the date on your calendar!

Because this is a peak holiday-season weekend, tickets will be limited and highly demanded

Registration is not yet open.

Be sure to click the "Follow" button on our Eventbrite homepage! You’ll get an automatic email alert the exact second we release our ticket pricing and officially open up registration for this magical holiday trip.

This MWR-exclusive tour offers our eligible patrons exceptional value and curated experiences designed specifically to honor your service. We invite you to explore your options and compare our rates, as we are confident you will find our program offers outstanding benefits and savings.