CALENDAR

Wings n’ Wishes Butterfly Release

$14 per person (all ages) Price includes admission to The Elizabethan Gardens. Tickets must be purchased online:

An exclusive opportunity – requires 7-day advance ticket reservations. Join us for an up-close chance to experience these beautiful creatures as they take their first flight inside our John White Butterfly Center. Limited to 25 guests. Tickets must be purchased online only for this limited event. Our staff will share with you more about butterflies and our center in the program. Program includes a keepsake Butterfly Keeper certificate and a handheld butterfly feeder­­­. This is a wonderful experience for the whole family. (As of June 21, 2020 Dare County mandated “face coverings be worn in both indoor and outdoor public spaces where social distancing cannot be maintained.”)

Garden Volunteer Day

Wednesday, July 19, 2020 9:00- 2:00 p.m.

Come help the Gardens staff spruce up The Elizabethan Gardens. Volunteers will assist with mulching, weeding, planting, trimming and general clean up. Lunch will be provided at noon and social distancing will be utilized. Come join us in making things grow.

Wings n’ Wishes Butterfly Release

$14 per person (all ages) Price includes admission to The Elizabethan Gardens. Tickets must be purchased online:

An exclusive opportunity – requires 7-day advance ticket reservations. Join us for an up-close chance to experience these beautiful creatures as they take their first flight inside our John White Butterfly Center. Limited to 25 guests. Tickets must be purchased online only for this limited event. Our staff will share with you more about butterflies and our center in the program. Program includes a keepsake Butterfly Keeper certificate and a handheld butterfly feeder­­­. This is a wonderful experience for the whole family. (As of June 21, 2020 Dare County mandated “face coverings be worn in both indoor and outdoor public spaces where social distancing cannot be maintained.”)

Red Cross Blood Drive 2020

Red Cross Blood Drive – Come give the gift of life and donate blood. Call 1-800-733-2767 for availability. Walk-ins welcomed. All donors receive a 10% discount on plants and gift shop sales at The Elizabethan Gardens. Please visit redcrossblood.org and enter: EGardens, or search with the zip code 27954 to find our drive and schedule an appointment. Streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment. 1-800-RED CROSS | 1-800-733-2767 | redcrossblood.org | Download the Blood Donor App

Wings n’ Wishes Butterfly Release

$14 per person (all ages) Price includes admission to The Elizabethan Gardens. Tickets must be purchased online:

An exclusive opportunity – requires 7-day advance ticket reservations. Join us for an up-close chance to experience these beautiful creatures as they take their first flight inside our John White Butterfly Center. Limited to 25 guests. Tickets must be purchased online only for this limited event. Our staff will share with you more about butterflies and our center in the program. Program includes a keepsake Butterfly Keeper certificate and a handheld butterfly feeder­­­. This is a wonderful experience for the whole family. (As of June 21, 2020 Dare County mandated “face coverings be worn in both indoor and outdoor public spaces where social distancing cannot be maintained.”)

Derby Party “TO-GO” 2020

Our “traditional” Derby Party has been cancelled and reimagined this year. We will be selling Derby Party “at home” packages. Read more about this great way to keep supporting Dare Education Foundation and The Elizabethan Gardens.

“FOURTH annual event for Dare Education Foundation & Elizabethan Gardens.”

Harvest HAYday

Harvest Hayday Vendor Info Form 2019

10am-1pm. Admission required.

(Only 600 Youth & Children tickets will be sold. First come, first serve.)

We love family traditions at The Elizabethan Gardens, and Harvest HAYday is one of our fall favorites! This daytime event combines all the colors, flavors and fun of fall. Whether it is the hayride or hay bale maze, we have families that look forward to this event all year. In addition to these activities, Harvest Hayday at The Gardens will also feature: a fall piñata, make and take crafts, games, cupcake walk, scarecrow stuffing, bake sale, apple roll, educational stations, a bonfire and concessions.

Members/Friends Free. Non-Members: Adults $9; Youth (6-17) $6; A child (14 and under) free with a paying adult. For info or details, call 252-473-3234.

NOTE: THE GARDENS WILL OPEN AT 10AM ON THE DAY OF THIS EVENT.

WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

November 29; December 1-6,  8-13, 15-20, 22-23, 26, 27, 29, 30;  January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Last tickets sold at 8:15pm.

6:00 -9:00 pm

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical holiday experience. Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, the radiant glow of the gardens, traditional holiday décor and fantastical displays are an Outer Banks holiday tradition. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse and Reception Hall. A crackling open-air fire warms the Great Lawn. Seasonal gift shop and plant sales coincide.

TICKETS:  Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Extended season passes available.

DATES: 6:00-9:00pm from Tuesdays to Sundays in December; Friday and Saturdays in January, November 28 thru January 16 (Closed on Dec 24,25,31 and Jan 1); Please call ahead or visit website on days with inclement weather to confirm event.

MORE INFO: Call 252-473-3234 or visit www.elizabethangardens.org.

NOTE: This event is out of doors and subject to change depending on weather conditions that could detract from the full experience of WinterLights

WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

November 29; December 1-6,  8-13, 15-20, 22-23, 26, 27, 29, 30;  January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Last tickets sold at 8:15pm.

6:00 -9:00 pm

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical holiday experience. Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, the radiant glow of the gardens, traditional holiday décor and fantastical displays are an Outer Banks holiday tradition. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse and Reception Hall. A crackling open-air fire warms the Great Lawn. Seasonal gift shop and plant sales coincide.

TICKETS:  Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Extended season passes available.

DATES: 6:00-9:00pm from Tuesdays to Sundays in December; Friday and Saturdays in January, November 28 thru January 16 (Closed on Dec 24,25,31 and Jan 1); Please call ahead or visit website on days with inclement weather to confirm event.

MORE INFO: Call 252-473-3234 or visit www.elizabethangardens.org.

NOTE: This event is out of doors and subject to change depending on weather conditions that could detract from the full experience of WinterLights

WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

November 29; December 1-6,  8-13, 15-20, 22-23, 26, 27, 29, 30;  January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Last tickets sold at 8:15pm.

6:00 -9:00 pm

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical holiday experience. Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, the radiant glow of the gardens, traditional holiday décor and fantastical displays are an Outer Banks holiday tradition. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse and Reception Hall. A crackling open-air fire warms the Great Lawn. Seasonal gift shop and plant sales coincide.

TICKETS:  Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Extended season passes available.

DATES: 6:00-9:00pm from Tuesdays to Sundays in December; Friday and Saturdays in January, November 28 thru January 16 (Closed on Dec 24,25,31 and Jan 1); Please call ahead or visit website on days with inclement weather to confirm event.

MORE INFO: Call 252-473-3234 or visit www.elizabethangardens.org.

NOTE: This event is out of doors and subject to change depending on weather conditions that could detract from the full experience of WinterLights

WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

November 29; December 1-6,  8-13, 15-20, 22-23, 26, 27, 29, 30;  January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Last tickets sold at 8:15pm.

6:00 -9:00 pm

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical holiday experience. Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, the radiant glow of the gardens, traditional holiday décor and fantastical displays are an Outer Banks holiday tradition. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse and Reception Hall. A crackling open-air fire warms the Great Lawn. Seasonal gift shop and plant sales coincide.

TICKETS:  Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Extended season passes available.

DATES: 6:00-9:00pm from Tuesdays to Sundays in December; Friday and Saturdays in January, November 28 thru January 16 (Closed on Dec 24,25,31 and Jan 1); Please call ahead or visit website on days with inclement weather to confirm event.

MORE INFO: Call 252-473-3234 or visit www.elizabethangardens.org.

NOTE: This event is out of doors and subject to change depending on weather conditions that could detract from the full experience of WinterLights

WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

November 29; December 1-6,  8-13, 15-20, 22-23, 26, 27, 29, 30;  January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Last tickets sold at 8:15pm.

6:00 -9:00 pm

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical holiday experience. Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, the radiant glow of the gardens, traditional holiday décor and fantastical displays are an Outer Banks holiday tradition. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse and Reception Hall. A crackling open-air fire warms the Great Lawn. Seasonal gift shop and plant sales coincide.

TICKETS:  Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Extended season passes available.

DATES: 6:00-9:00pm from Tuesdays to Sundays in December; Friday and Saturdays in January, November 28 thru January 16 (Closed on Dec 24,25,31 and Jan 1); Please call ahead or visit website on days with inclement weather to confirm event.

MORE INFO: Call 252-473-3234 or visit www.elizabethangardens.org.

NOTE: This event is out of doors and subject to change depending on weather conditions that could detract from the full experience of WinterLights

WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

November 29; December 1-6,  8-13, 15-20, 22-23, 26, 27, 29, 30;  January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Last tickets sold at 8:15pm.

6:00 -9:00 pm

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical holiday experience. Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, the radiant glow of the gardens, traditional holiday décor and fantastical displays are an Outer Banks holiday tradition. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse and Reception Hall. A crackling open-air fire warms the Great Lawn. Seasonal gift shop and plant sales coincide.

TICKETS:  Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Extended season passes available.

DATES: 6:00-9:00pm from Tuesdays to Sundays in December; Friday and Saturdays in January, November 28 thru January 16 (Closed on Dec 24,25,31 and Jan 1); Please call ahead or visit website on days with inclement weather to confirm event.

MORE INFO: Call 252-473-3234 or visit www.elizabethangardens.org.

NOTE: This event is out of doors and subject to change depending on weather conditions that could detract from the full experience of WinterLights

WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

November 29; December 1-6,  8-13, 15-20, 22-23, 26, 27, 29, 30;  January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Last tickets sold at 8:15pm.

6:00 -9:00 pm

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical holiday experience. Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, the radiant glow of the gardens, traditional holiday décor and fantastical displays are an Outer Banks holiday tradition. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse and Reception Hall. A crackling open-air fire warms the Great Lawn. Seasonal gift shop and plant sales coincide.

TICKETS:  Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Extended season passes available.

DATES: 6:00-9:00pm from Tuesdays to Sundays in December; Friday and Saturdays in January, November 28 thru January 16 (Closed on Dec 24,25,31 and Jan 1); Please call ahead or visit website on days with inclement weather to confirm event.

MORE INFO: Call 252-473-3234 or visit www.elizabethangardens.org.

NOTE: This event is out of doors and subject to change depending on weather conditions that could detract from the full experience of WinterLights

WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

November 29; December 1-6,  8-13, 15-20, 22-23, 26, 27, 29, 30;  January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Last tickets sold at 8:15pm.

6:00 -9:00 pm

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical holiday experience. Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, the radiant glow of the gardens, traditional holiday décor and fantastical displays are an Outer Banks holiday tradition. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse and Reception Hall. A crackling open-air fire warms the Great Lawn. Seasonal gift shop and plant sales coincide.

TICKETS:  Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Extended season passes available.

DATES: 6:00-9:00pm from Tuesdays to Sundays in December; Friday and Saturdays in January, November 28 thru January 16 (Closed on Dec 24,25,31 and Jan 1); Please call ahead or visit website on days with inclement weather to confirm event.

MORE INFO: Call 252-473-3234 or visit www.elizabethangardens.org.

NOTE: This event is out of doors and subject to change depending on weather conditions that could detract from the full experience of WinterLights

WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

November 29; December 1-6,  8-13, 15-20, 22-23, 26, 27, 29, 30;  January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Last tickets sold at 8:15pm.

6:00 -9:00 pm

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical holiday experience. Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, the radiant glow of the gardens, traditional holiday décor and fantastical displays are an Outer Banks holiday tradition. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse and Reception Hall. A crackling open-air fire warms the Great Lawn. Seasonal gift shop and plant sales coincide.

TICKETS:  Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Extended season passes available.

DATES: 6:00-9:00pm from Tuesdays to Sundays in December; Friday and Saturdays in January, November 28 thru January 16 (Closed on Dec 24,25,31 and Jan 1); Please call ahead or visit website on days with inclement weather to confirm event.

MORE INFO: Call 252-473-3234 or visit www.elizabethangardens.org.

NOTE: This event is out of doors and subject to change depending on weather conditions that could detract from the full experience of WinterLights

WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

November 29; December 1-6,  8-13, 15-20, 22-23, 26, 27, 29, 30;  January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Last tickets sold at 8:15pm.

6:00 -9:00 pm

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical holiday experience. Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, the radiant glow of the gardens, traditional holiday décor and fantastical displays are an Outer Banks holiday tradition. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse and Reception Hall. A crackling open-air fire warms the Great Lawn. Seasonal gift shop and plant sales coincide.

TICKETS:  Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Extended season passes available.

DATES: 6:00-9:00pm from Tuesdays to Sundays in December; Friday and Saturdays in January, November 28 thru January 16 (Closed on Dec 24,25,31 and Jan 1); Please call ahead or visit website on days with inclement weather to confirm event.

MORE INFO: Call 252-473-3234 or visit www.elizabethangardens.org.

NOTE: This event is out of doors and subject to change depending on weather conditions that could detract from the full experience of WinterLights

WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

November 29; December 1-6,  8-13, 15-20, 22-23, 26, 27, 29, 30;  January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Last tickets sold at 8:15pm.

6:00 -9:00 pm

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical holiday experience. Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, the radiant glow of the gardens, traditional holiday décor and fantastical displays are an Outer Banks holiday tradition. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse and Reception Hall. A crackling open-air fire warms the Great Lawn. Seasonal gift shop and plant sales coincide.

TICKETS:  Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Extended season passes available.

DATES: 6:00-9:00pm from Tuesdays to Sundays in December; Friday and Saturdays in January, November 28 thru January 16 (Closed on Dec 24,25,31 and Jan 1); Please call ahead or visit website on days with inclement weather to confirm event.

MORE INFO: Call 252-473-3234 or visit www.elizabethangardens.org.

NOTE: This event is out of doors and subject to change depending on weather conditions that could detract from the full experience of WinterLights

WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

November 29; December 1-6,  8-13, 15-20, 22-23, 26, 27, 29, 30;  January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Last tickets sold at 8:15pm.

6:00 -9:00 pm

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical holiday experience. Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, the radiant glow of the gardens, traditional holiday décor and fantastical displays are an Outer Banks holiday tradition. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse and Reception Hall. A crackling open-air fire warms the Great Lawn. Seasonal gift shop and plant sales coincide.

TICKETS:  Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Extended season passes available.

DATES: 6:00-9:00pm from Tuesdays to Sundays in December; Friday and Saturdays in January, November 28 thru January 16 (Closed on Dec 24,25,31 and Jan 1); Please call ahead or visit website on days with inclement weather to confirm event.

MORE INFO: Call 252-473-3234 or visit www.elizabethangardens.org.

NOTE: This event is out of doors and subject to change depending on weather conditions that could detract from the full experience of WinterLights

WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

November 29; December 1-6,  8-13, 15-20, 22-23, 26, 27, 29, 30;  January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Last tickets sold at 8:15pm.

6:00 -9:00 pm

An illuminated winter wonderland awaits in the enchanted Elizabethan Gardens. Stroll garden paths alongside blooming camellias under a canopy of the stars for a magical holiday experience. Sponsored by Southern Bank and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, the radiant glow of the gardens, traditional holiday décor and fantastical displays are an Outer Banks holiday tradition. Festive trees grace the Gatehouse and Reception Hall. A crackling open-air fire warms the Great Lawn. Seasonal gift shop and plant sales coincide.

TICKETS:  Adults $11, Youth (ages 6-17) $9, Child (5 and under) $6. Extended season passes available.

DATES: 6:00-9:00pm from Tuesdays to Sundays in December; Friday and Saturdays in January, November 28 thru January 16 (Closed on Dec 24,25,31 and Jan 1); Please call ahead or visit website on days with inclement weather to confirm event.

MORE INFO: Call 252-473-3234 or visit www.elizabethangardens.org.

NOTE: This event is out of doors and subject to change depending on weather conditions that could detract from the full experience of WinterLights