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Botanical garden will glow during evening exhibit

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is launching its summer exhibit, “Nature’s Nightlights” on Friday, July 5.

A fountain in the evening sky surrounded by lights and flowers.

The fountain at Daniel Stowe will be illuminated and surrounded by lit paths through the garden.

Photo via Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden

Belmont, you are glowing. Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is launching its summer exhibit, “Nature’s Nightlights,” on Friday, July 5. The gardens will be illuminated to highlight the garden’s beauty.

“We’re lighting up the night with artistically displayed lighting through inspiration of fireflies or shooting stars,” said Steph Newman, Creative Director at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.

Pro tip: Check out the firefly-like lighting in the Lost Hollow Children’s Garden.

“Nature’s Nightlights” will be more than a light display — guests can expect live music and movies under the stars during the exhibit’s run.

Saturday Concert Series, 6-10 p.m.

  • July 20
  • July 27
  • Aug. 10

“Movie Under the Stars” nights

  • “Fern Gully” on Thursday, July 11
  • “A Bug’s Life” on Friday, Aug. 16

“It’ll be fun for parents and kids to watch those movies together while out in nature,” said Newman.
Plan to visit? The exhibit will run on select Wednesdays through Fridays, through Aug. 16. Tickets are $11.95-$19.95.

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