Solstice Walks

Visit Bloedel Reserve during the Winter Solstice

See the gardens in a new light! Explore the trails with a guided tour as the sun sets.

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 1/2 miles and last approximately 1 hour. Restrooms are available at the Gatehouse; the Residence will be closed.

Please dress for the weather; see below for ticket and weather details. 

Dates, Times & Tickets

Solstice Walks for Families: December 18 & 20
Doors open at 4:30 PM; walks will begin promptly at 5 PM.

• • December 18 inclement weather alternate date/time: December 27; Doors open at 4 PM; walks will begin promptly at 4:30 PM.
  • December 20 inclement weather alternate date/time: December 28; Doors open at 4 PM; walks will begin promptly at 4:30 PM.

Silent Walks: December 19 & 21
Doors open at 5:30 PM; walks will begin promptly at 6 PM.

• • December 19 inclement weather alternate date/time: December 27; Doors open at 6 PM; walks will begin promptly at 6:30 PM.
  • December 21 inclement weather alternate date/time: December 28; Doors open at 6 PM; walks will begin promptly at 6:30 PM.

Admission Prices

Solstice Walk cost is not included in admission to the Reserve–price includes lantern use.

• • Youth/Adults/Seniors/Military Members: $20
  • Youth/Adults/Seniors/Military Non-Members: $25
  • Child (6-10): $5
  • Children 5 and under are FREE

Solstice Walks are non-refundable. In the event of cancellations by Bloedel Reserve due to inclement weather your ticket will automatically transfer to the alternate dates listed above. 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, please consider the cost of your ticket as a donation to the Reserve. 

Weather Information

Visiting Bloedel Reserve is an outdoor experience. Please dress for the weather. Bloedel Reserve is open rain or shine. In the event of closure due to inclement weather, 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.

Our Thanks!

Solstice Walks are made possible with support from Puget Sound Energy.