4.5
(104)

Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail

4.5
(104)


Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail
4.5
(104)

⭐ Experience Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas like never before at the New York Botanical Garden. This immersive light trail brings Jack Skellington’s world to life with dazzling lights, music, and all-new scenes in a breathtaking outdoor setting. Don’t miss it!

Highlights
💀 Step into a glowing world where Jack Skellington, Sally, and Zero come to life
🎶 Discover iconic scenes and songs from the beloved 1993 classic
✨ Marvel at dazzling lights, 3D sculptures, and all-new immersive moments
🌿 Wander through the enchanting landscapes of the New York Botanical Garden

General Info
📅 Date: From September 25th to November 30th — 10-week limited engagement!
🕒 Time: Wednesdays – Sundays from dusk to 10pm.
⏳ Duration: approx. 45–60 minutes
📍 Location: New York Botanical Garden
👤 Age requirement: all ages are welcome!
♿ Accessibility: The Light Trail is paved, but there are a few areas where the terrain is naturally uneven or sloped. Wheelchairs are not available for loan. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own mobility devices. This multisensory experience includes changes in light levels, bright colors, flashing lights, and music
💰 Price: Ticket prices will start at $33.
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here

Description
A wonderland of moonlit magic awaits as Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail returns to New York Botanical Garden!

Join Jack Skellington, Sally, and Zero for a frightfully fun frolic through the world of the beloved film, now featuring even more of your favorite characters, scenes, and songs. Marvel as the classic film comes to life against the botanical beauty of New York’s most treasured garden.

Back by popular demand with new refreshment and merchandise BOOths, this must-see New York event is certain to become a favorite fall tradition for spirits of all ages. Don’t miss this 10-week return engagement, from September 25 through November 30 only—join the waitlist today!

User reviews

4.5 /5
based on 104 reviews
  • Beautiful and fun! Great experience
  • This is my 2nd year. Was even better this year. All the fog display additions were awesome. Son cried when it was over, he always wants to go back in. Hope its back next year!
  • It was perfect. Every light was perfectly placed, all the effects were so alive and the event was just a perfect work of art. The botanical garden itself is beautiful, what a luxury and I am appreciative of the event. Thank you Disney thank you botanical garden.
  • Excellent set up and clear instructions. A beautiful display made it feel just like the movie.
  • We had a great time! The show was amazing and plenty of opportunities to take photos with staff there to help take photos of you or your group at different stages. Flow went very smoothly.
  • Very cool experience! Had a lot of fun seeing all the characters and walking the path of lights. Wait until it’s darker to go the colors were incredible!
  • It was really great. My son loved it.
  • Such an amazing time! Loved it all
  • It was a nice time to spend with friends and family
  • Excellent experience 💯
  • The kids really enjoyed the beautiful lights
  • I loved it and more importantly my daughters! They’ve grown watching the movie and being there was a great experience to remember! Lots of great pictures!!!
  • It was very nice
  • Great time. Beautiful aesthetics!
  • Family friendly. Well organized. Well spaced photo ops. Not over crowded , yet. Lighting and music accompanied each phase perfectly. Easy access to train. Good length. Had dinner on Arthur Ave at 5pm and then attended light trail at 7:30. Perfect timing.

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About the venue

New York Botanical Garden

Hosted at the New York Botanical Garden, the experience unfolds in and around the landmark Enid A. Haupt Conservatory—a Victorian-style glasshouse within a 250-acre oasis in the Bronx. For over 130 ye...

Getting there

New York Botanical Garden

2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, 10458

  • New York Botanical Garden metro station Bedford Park Blvd - Lehman College - 4 connection 1 Bedford Park Blvd - Lehman College - 4
  • New York Botanical Garden metro station Bedford Park Blvd - B-D connection 1New York Botanical Garden metro station Bedford Park Blvd - B-D connection 2 Bedford Park Blvd - B-D
  • New York Botanical Garden metro station Botanical Garden connection 1 Botanical Garden

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Ticket for 1 person:
  • Admission for 1 adult for given time slot (Ages 13+)
Ticket for 1 person:
  • Admission for 1 child for given time slot (ages 2-12)
Ticket for 4-9 people:
  • Admission at discounted price (minimum of 4 tickets purchased; can be for adults and children)
Access to venue for the full day that the event is open (check website schedule for hours) May arrive any time up until 8:30pm

Getting there

New York Botanical Garden

2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, 10458

  • New York Botanical Garden metro station Bedford Park Blvd - Lehman College - 4 connection 1 Bedford Park Blvd - Lehman College - 4
  • New York Botanical Garden metro station Bedford Park Blvd - B-D connection 1New York Botanical Garden metro station Bedford Park Blvd - B-D connection 2 Bedford Park Blvd - B-D
  • New York Botanical Garden metro station Botanical Garden connection 1 Botanical Garden