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A dog sitting in the lit pathway during Garden of D'Lights, a pet-friendly event in Walnut Creek, CA. Photo by @ruthbancroftgarden.
Two pups under a light display at Garden of D'Lights, a dog-friendly event in Walnut Creek, CA. Photo by @ruthbancroftgarden.
Dogs checking out the holiday light decorations at the pet-friendly Garden of D'Lights, an annual event in Walnut Creek, CA. Photo by @ruthbancroftgarden.
Plants bathed in beautiful colored lights at the dog-friendly Garden of D'Lights, an annual event in Walnut Creek, CA. Photo by @ruthbancroftgarden.
A lit pathway to walk during the dog-friendly Garden of D'Lights in Walnut Creek, CA. Photo by @ruthbancroftgarden.
A dog sitting in the lit pathway during Garden of D'Lights, a pet-friendly event in Walnut Creek, CA. Photo by @ruthbancroftgarden.
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Two pups under a light display at Garden of D'Lights, a dog-friendly event in Walnut Creek, CA. Photo by @ruthbancroftgarden.
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Dogs checking out the holiday light decorations at the pet-friendly Garden of D'Lights, an annual event in Walnut Creek, CA. Photo by @ruthbancroftgarden.
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Plants bathed in beautiful colored lights at the dog-friendly Garden of D'Lights, an annual event in Walnut Creek, CA. Photo by @ruthbancroftgarden.
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A lit pathway to walk during the dog-friendly Garden of D'Lights in Walnut Creek, CA. Photo by @ruthbancroftgarden.
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Garden of D'Lights

Mark your calendars for Garden of D'Lights! This dog-friendly event will be held on select nights (see website for details) from November 20, 2026 to January 10, 2027 at The Ruth Bancroft Garden in Walnut Creek, CA. Admission is starting at $29 per adult and $16 per youth (5-17 years old); advance tickets required. Visit Website

Or call (925) 944-9352 or email lights@ruthbancroftgarden.org for more information.

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Leashed dogs and guests of all ages are in for a holiday treat as they meander through the Garden’s 3.5 acres of mature cacti, succulents and trees that are transformed into magical colorful botanical sculptures by thousands of lights. Please ensure Fido is leashed at all times. Please note time ticket admissions are by advanced reservation only.

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BringFido Guest Rating

Garden of D'Lights is rated 5.0 bones out of 5 by 1 canine critic on BringFido.

Visitors thoroughly enjoyed this festive holiday light display with beautiful Christmas illuminations and scenic garden paths. They appreciated the one-hour walk, accessibility options, and recommended arriving early due to limited parking.

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