Embrace the Warmth of Winter during the Solstice this year!

Visit Bloedel Reserve during the Winter Solstice to immerse yourself in the quiet stillness of a garden at rest. Explore the trails in silence with a guided tour as the sun sets.

WHEN
Silent Solstice Walks: Wednesday, December 18 – Friday, December 20
Doors open at 4:30 PM; walks will begin promptly at 5 PM from the Arrival Garden.

COST
Adult Members: $20
Adult Non-Members: $25
Child (6 – 16): $5
Child (5 & under): Free
Price includes lantern use.

Meet at the Gatehouse Arrival Garden Plaza. Lanterns are provided for your walk. Please stay with your group and stick to the trails. Walks are roughly 1 1/2 miles and last approximately 1 hour. Restrooms are available at the Gatehouse; the Residence will be closed.

Inclement weather alternate dates/times will be on the evenings of Friday, December 27 and Saturday, December 28. These will be first come first serve based on weather cancellations.
Doors open at 4:30 PM; walks will begin promptly at 5 PM.

Solstice Walks are non-refundable. In the event of cancellations by Bloedel Reserve due to inclement weather you will be contacted with a link to reserve one of our alternate dates. Ticket holders will be contacted on the day of the event via email and the website will reflect the most up-to-date cancellation information. If you are unable to attend the alternate date, you will receive a tax receipt for the cost of your ticket as a donation to the Reserve.