As the season changes, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park transforms into a serene winter wonderland, welcoming visitors to a world of frosty beauty and festive charm. This winter, Meijer Gardens offers an array of exhibitions and events that blend art, culture, nature, and the magic of the season.

Meijer Gardens invites guests to celebrate the winter season in this idyllic setting, perfect for family outings, romantic strolls, or moments of reflection. Embrace the unique beauty of winter and the joyous traditions it brings.

Exhibitions and Highlights

University of Michigan Health–West: Christmas & Holiday Traditions (through January 7, 2024): Explore over 40 unique displays depicting holiday traditions from around the globe, complemented by 350,000 twinkling lights and stunning winter plantings. Discover a miniature winter wonderland in the Railway Garden, located within the Grace Jarecki Seasonal Display Greenhouse, featuring trains weaving through holiday-themed horticulture and landmarks.

Winter Glow (5:30 – 8:30 pm, December 18–22 and 26–30, 2023): Experience an immersive winter lighting display near The American Horse at the DeVos Van Andel Piazza, complete with color-changing lights, dynamic choreography and a custom soundtrack.

Please note that Meijer Gardens will be open until 9 pm on December 18–22 and 26–30, 2023, in addition to closing at 9 pm every Tuesday throughout the year.

Forest of Dreams: Contemporary Tree Sculpture (through February 25, 2024): This unique sculpture exhibition presents trees in a new light, showcasing their power, beauty, and diversity through the works of 15 renowned artists, including Emilie Brzezinski, Louise Bourgeois, and Ai Weiwei.

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park invites guests to celebrate the winter season in this idyllic setting, perfect for family outings, romantic strolls, or moments of reflection. Join us in embracing the unique beauty of winter and the joyous traditions it brings.

Jazz Brunches featuring the Dave Bennett Quartet (11 am – 1 pm, January 14 and February 3): Escape the cold and join us for a new Jazz Brunch featuring the Dave Bennett Quartet. The Huizenga Grand Room will provide a perfect backdrop with communal seating. Brunch at your own pace with interactive drink and food stations. Try some of everything and then go back for your favorites!

Tickets include a custom Bloody Mary Bar, Mimosa Feature, Biscuit Bar, Chef Fire Stations and bespoke breakfast offerings prepared by the award-winning Meijer Gardens Culinary Arts Team.

Makes a great holiday gift for a brunch lover! Register by January 5 for the January 14 brunch, and by January 24 for the February 3 brunch.

Winter Nights at Meijer Gardens (Tuesdays January 23 and 30, February 6, 13, 20 and 27, 5:30–8pm.)
Join Meijer Gardens for new, experimental evenings featuring unique performances, food and drink specials, and fun photo opportunities in the Garden Pavilion surrounded by Jaume Plensa’s monumental Utopia sculpture. Food and drink specials begin at 5:30 pm, entertainment begins at 6 pm. These experimental events are included in general admission and complementary for Meijer Garden members.

For more information, visit MeijerGardens.org/winter

Winter Hours

We are closed November 23, December 24, December 25, and December 31, 2023, and January 1, 2024.

EXTENDED HOURS

Enjoy extended holiday hours until 9 pm on December 18–22 and 26–30, 2023.

EXTENDED MEMBER EARLY HOURS

Members can enjoy exclusive early morning hours on Sundays, from 9-11 am, November 26 through January 7.