Celebrate the summer solstice and the radiant light within us all at Summer Party, an unforgettable evening of glowing lanterns, live music and midsummer magic in the Garden.
Wander into the heart of Storza Woods, where light dances in the trees, puppet lanterns parade by night and cocktails shimmer in the shade.
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Premium Admission begins at 6 p.m.
General Admission begins at 6:30 p.m.
Bars close at 9:30 p.m. | Event ends at 10 p.m.
Advance purchase recommended. Tickets required for all guests and members. Available online and at the door while supplies last.
Parking: $10 per vehicle. (SAGE cards not accepted).
Zoom and Bloom: Rideshare users, walkers and bikers receive a drink ticket good for one mocktail. Participants will also be entered to win a pair of tickets to a future Garden event.
*Cash bars are available throughout the Garden. The Garden and its parking facility are card-only.
Buy Tickets + Picnic Boxes
Pricing is per person. Tickets are required for all guests and members.
Premium Admission:
Premium tickets offer exclusive amenities and personalized service:
• Early entry with express check-in
• One complimentary cocktail or mocktail
• A delicious complimentary cooling treat
Premium Adult members: $95
Premium Children members: $30
Premium Adult non-members: $100
Premium Children non-members: $35
General Admission:
Adult members: $60
Children members: $20
Adult non-members: $65
Children non-members: $25
Pre-order Summertime Chef’s Picnic Box for Two • $45
The popular grab-and-go box returns! Pre-orders are open for the curated selections from Dulce & Sabrosa that highlight fresh, seasonal ingredients in the Summertime Chef’s Picnic Box. Limited onsite selection for purchase while supplies last.
Pre-order your box with your tickets using the link above by June 13.
About the Event
Light up the Night
At 8:30 p.m., large puppet lanterns from Chantelle Rytter and the Krewe of the Grateful Gluttons emerge from the shadows of Atlanta’s old growth trees to lead a parade through Storza Woods. Join a glowing river of light with your own intricately designed and created paper lanterns through the woods. Surprises await! Lookout for summertime characters from The Off Center Project for added whimsy.
Rhythm is Gonna Get You
Let the music move you through every corner of the celebration!
• Orquesta MaCuba: Latin grooves in the Glade Garden
• Michelle Winters: Electric violin by Earth Goddess.
• Phat Katz Brass Band: Leads the lantern parade
• Amp’d Entertainment: DJ+Dancing on the Great Lawn
Creative Fun and Festive Flair
• Paper lantern decorating
• Whimsical face painting by Pixie and Luna
• Magical photo op
Alice’s Wonderland and Enchanted Trees by Poetic Kinetics
The Garden’s blockbuster summer exhibitions are lighted beautifully in the cool of the evening. Visit Alice’s Wonderland in its final season and explore the world premiere of Enchanted Trees by Poetic Kinetics.
Summer Fare
Kick off the warmest season with favorite summer sweets and savories for purchase.
• Fruity Italian ice from Kona Ice
• Handcrafted gelato from Cremalosa
• Dulce & Sabrosa taco bar and hot dogs
• Entrée and dessert selections from Vanilla Crepes
Know Before You Go
Chairs, pets, tobacco/vape products/smoking of all kinds, outside food/drinks are not permitted in the Garden. Food and beverages offered for purchase while supplies last. Tickets are non-refundable. No rain checks. Only guests 21 and older may purchase alcohol, ID required. Bars close at 9:30 p.m.