Tickets are on sale for the sixth annual Redding Garden of Lights holiday experience at the Sundial Bridge and Turtle Bay Exploration Park.

The event transforms Turtle Bay and the Sundial Bridge into a glowing wonderland along the Sacramento River in Redding. More than 2 million lights illuminate the McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, creating a colorful display. Visitors can walk through light tunnels, beneath lit-up trees and alongside glowing garden beds.

New in 2025 is the Turtle Express, a miniature train ride that takes guests on a scenic journey through glowing tunnels and sparkling forests. The train is ADA-compliant and costs $10 per ride.

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