Summer Solstice Celebration

Enter at 990 Washington Avenue only. Sunrise and sunset performances are both located on Cherry Esplanade.

This ticket allows entry for both performances. 

• Entry begins at 5 a.m. for the 5:15–6 a.m. sunrise performance. You are welcome to stay and enjoy the Garden after the performance.


• The Garden will close at 6 p.m. before reopening for the evening performance. There is no entry between 5:30 and 7 p.m. 


• Entry begins at 7 p.m. for the 7:30–9 p.m. sunset performance. (Last entry 8 p.m.)


• Outside food and drinks are not permitted. (Baby bottles and pocket snacks for individuals with dietary restrictions are allowed.)


• You may bring a blanket or stadium chair (no folding chairs, please) for the performances. Cherry Esplanade performances take place on grass. Accessible seating is available for people with limited mobility. Please contact [email protected] with any accessibility-related questions or requests.