A Ladew Tradition of Illuminating Fun

Wednesday, October 16 through Saturday, October 19, 2024

 5 - 9 pm

Rain or Shine


(Please Note: The Gardens will close at 3 pm on  October 16, 17, 18, and 19 for Garden Glow)

 

Now in its 7th year, this sell-out Ladew tradition celebrates the season with a showcase of illuminated sculptures 
and artistic creations, entrancing entertainment, and festive family fun.

 

Be dazzled by our showcase of hundreds of creative jack o’ lanterns (carved by artists, celebrities, dignitaries, local businesses, and friends and neighbors). Plus,  a full musical lineup and strolling performers, family-friendly educational activities, and delicious eats from local food vendors, beer, wine & spirits.

 

 

Sorry, tickets to all 4 nights of Garden Glow have SOLD OUT.   
We are delighted that our annual Garden Glow event has become so popular that all 4 nights sold out within one week of tickets going on sale. 

We’re sorry for those who were unable to purchase tickets before they sold out.

 

CONGRATULATIONS 
to the following winners of our Garden Glow ticket giveaway!
Max Wohlgemuth  (Wednesday, October 16)
Pamela Janney (Thursday, October 17)
Alodia Gabre-Kidan (Friday, October 18)
Vanita Vanegas(Saturday, October 19)

 

 

 

 

Silent Auction
Bring home a lasting memory of Garden Glow — one of Ladew’s most special traditions.
This original oil painting captures the magic of this dazzling wonderland of lights and creativity on display.


“Garden Glow 2023”
by Patricia Bennett
30” x 24

Value: priceless Bidding begins at $1200  (Minimum bid increments: $100)  
The final bid will be accepted on Saturday, October 19, at 9 pm. The winner will be notified by email.
Place your bid by selecting Here. >My Bid<

 


 

Garden Glow Volunteer Pumpkin Carving Workshop

Help Ladew staff carve hundreds of pumpkins to be featured in Garden Glow. We'll provide the pumpkins, some design patterns, and the carving
tools... you bring your creative ideas (and your own carving tools, if preferred.)   (Ages 16+).
To register visit:   https://ladewgardens.volunteerhub.com/vv2/

Monday, October 14, Tuesday, October 15, and Friday, October 18
9:00 - 11:30 am: cut and gut shift
9:30 am - 12:00 pm: morning carving shift
1:00 - 3:30 pm: afternoon carving shift

If you are unable to see these shifts on Volunteer Hub, please contact Caroline Graf at cgraf@ladewgardens.com


Add to Our Display

You’re invited to carve a pumpkin or create your own illuminated “glow” sculpture to be included among the works on display. Use your own pumpkin or arrange to pick up a complimentary pumpkin at Ladew. Klein’s ShopRite has generously donated 800 pumpkins for Garden Glow… and there’s one waiting for you.

Pick up your complimentary pumpkin
Dates: October 10 - 15 | 9:30 am - 3:30 pm

For questions, contact Caroline Graf at cgraf@ladewgardens.com or 410.557.9570, x 261

Drop off your carved or decorated pumpkin:
Monday, October 14 (8 am - 3:30 pm)
Tuesday, October 15 (8 am - 3:30 pm)
Wednesday, October 16 (8 am - 12 noon)


Carve a Giant Pumpkin

If you’re interested in carving one of our large pumpkins, please email Halle von Kessler at halle@8boxwoodlane.com.



 

2024 Music
 

 
Wednesday
October 16

Rachel Ann Morgan & The Indoor Kites SoulTET
website | Facebook

 

Thursday
 October 17
Skribe
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Moran Tripp Band
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Friday 
October 18
Carlos Cubas Band
Jordan Gillis Band
website 
 Facebook

 

Saturday 
October 19
Wicked Sycamore Jonathan Gilmore &
The Experience
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Members 
Adults | $33  
Seniors (62+) | $26  
Young Adults (13 - 18) | $26  
Children (2 - 12) | $8

Non-members

Adults | $43
Seniors (62+) | $36
Young Adults (13 - 18) | $36
Children (2 -12) | $16

The Member Pre-Sale begins on Tuesday, September 3rd at 9 am.

Non-Member ticket sales begin on Tuesday, September 10th at 9 am.

 

Each Membership has the opportunity to purchase up to six tickets.

Any additional tickets purchased during the pre-sale week that exceeds six tickets will be automatically refunded.

 

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP LEVEL:

An Individual Member may purchase 1 discounted member ticket ($10 savings) plus up to 5 regularly priced tickets.

 

DUAL MEMBERSHIP LEVEL:
A Dual Member may purchase 2 discounted member tickets ($20 savings) plus up to 4 regularly priced tickets.

FAMILY, GARDEN FRIEND, GARDEN CONTRIBUTOR, GARDEN BENEFACTOR, PATRON MEMBERSHIP LEVEL:
Memberships at the Family, Garden Friend, Garden Contributor, Garden Benefactor and Patron level may purchase
2 discounted member tickets ($20 savings) plus up to 4 children at the Member price (up to $32 savings)

 

Purchasing tickets in advance is required. Tickets will not be sold at the gate.
Garden Glow sells out every year, so be sure to purchase your tickets soon.
Tickets are not refundable and cannot be exchanged after purchase.
Tickets are usable for the day of purchase only.

Ladew is excited that Garden Glow has become a favorite (sell-out) tradition.
We want to do our best to ensure that individuals and families have an opportunity to purchase tickets
and experience this one-of-a-kind event.


If you’re not currently a Ladew Member and would like to join, Become a Member today!

Member benefits include discounts on tickets for special events and educational programs, advance sales for tickets for Ladew events, unlimited admission to the Gardens, Manor House, Nature Walk and seasonal Butterfly House, discounts in the Ladew Gift Shop and Ladew Cafe, and much more!



2024 Garden Glow is made possible by these generous lead sponsors

 

Presenting Sponsors

 

 

 
 


 

 

 
 



Gold Sponsors
 

 
 
 
 

 





Silver Sponsor

 

 

 

 





Bronze Sponsors

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 



Our other generous sponsors and partners to date: