Merry & Bright Nights runs from 5 – 9 pm, December 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22. Dress for outdoor weather and bring an umbrella if necessary.

Sherman Library & Gardens is located at 2647 East Coast Highway, Corona del Mar, CA 92625.

Members: $45 
Non-Member Adults, Children (4 – 17), and Seniors: $65
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Tickets go on sale Monday, October 5th for Members and Monday, October 19th for Non-Members. Tickets may be purchased online via this website or at the Sherman Library & Gardens box office.

No, only Sherman Library & Gardens members receive the special discount.

Tickets and Sherman Library & Gardens memberships are not refundable. In the event you are unable to use your ticket, please consider your purchase a donation to Sherman Library & Gardens, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Federal Tax ID 95-2672431. Merry & Bright Nights is a rain-or-shine outdoor event. Dress warmly and bring an umbrella if necessary.

There is no ticket rescheduling for Merry & Bright Nights. Merry & Bright Nights is a rain-or-shine event. Dress warmly and bring an umbrella if necessary.

There is no special rate for groups. All tickets must be purchased through thesherman.org.

No, the ticket covers admission only to Merry & Bright Nights, which is held after regular business hours. If you wish to visit Sherman Library & Gardens during the daytime, you must purchase a separate ticket, which may be purchased online or at the entrance on the day of your visit. Sherman Library & Gardens is open 10:30 am – 4 pm daily.

Plan to spend about 1–1½ hours enjoying the holiday displays and activities throughout the Gardens. Please arrive as close to your scheduled entry time as possible to allow plenty of time to enjoy the full experience. The event is accessible for strollers, wheelchairs, and mobility assistance devices.

Sherman Library & Gardens has two parking lots located off Dahlia Ave. One is at the corner of Dahlia Ave & East Coast Highway, the other is behind our building off Dahlia Ave. There is also street parking. Parking is free of charge and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

There will be a Taco Cart vendor selling tacos, quesadillas, water, and hot chocolate – CASH ONLY. There will also be a no-host beer and wine bar. No outside food will be allowed.

Yes! Our gift shop will be open during the event. Stop by and check out the beautiful seasonal plants, gardening items, and unique holiday gifts.

Yes, you may take pictures. Visitors may also use monopods or selfie sticks with care. Tripods and drones are not allowed. No professional photography.

No, Sherman Library & Gardens does not allow animals, except for ADA-designated service animals.

Merry & Bright Nights is a rain-or-shine outdoor event. No refunds or rescheduling will be given because of the weather.