Christmas lights in Glencoe, Illinois

We track 1 display in Glencoe.

When to go

Displays here switch on around sunset. In Glencoe that means about 4:20 PM in early December and 4:20 PM by mid-month — the earliest sunsets of the year fall right in the middle of lights season. It is properly dark by about 4:52 PM, which is when the displays look their best. December nights in Glencoe typically drop to around 18°F.

Date	Sunset	Fully dark
Dec 1	4:20 PM	4:51 PM
Dec 15	4:20 PM	4:52 PM
Dec 25	4:25 PM	4:56 PM

All 1 display in Glencoe

Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden

1000 Lake Cook Rd. · Glencoe, Illinois

Nov. 14, 2025 - Jan. 4, 2026 · typically dusk – 10 PM

$29 adults, $16 childrenattractionmile-long illuminated trailinstallations by international artistsCathedral of Light tunneldisplays from seven countriesspiced wine and craft beer

Lightscape sends visitors along a mile-long trail of large-scale light installations created by artists from seven countries, anchored by the Cathedral of Light tunnel. Tickets are $29 for adults and $16 for children, with parking $18-$25 (free for members).

1 other display within 5 miles

✓ Verified 2025-2026

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