Every December, Over 8,000 Paper Lanterns Set This Arizona Garden Aglow
By Katie Lawrence|Published December 15, 2018
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Katie Lawrence
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
There’s no more uniquely Arizonan way to celebrate the Christmas season than illuminating the desert with paper lanterns, glittering lights, and tons of holiday cheer. Keep reading to take a journey through this magical scene to see what it’s all about.
Through December 31, the Desert Botanical Garden is transformed into an enchanting winter wonderland for Las Noches de Las Luminarias. It's the Southwestern way to celebrate Christmas.
Over 8,000 luminaria bags and thousands of glittering bulbs illuminate every tree and walkway. The journey gets more mesmerizing with each step you take.
Majestic Saguaros stand tall and proud, the lanterns only serving to make them appear more regal. There's no better holiday decor than our warriors of the Sonoran.
In addition to lights and lanterns, a program called Electric Desert sets the garden ablaze. Set to music, the pulsing rhythms of this magical light show turn the landscape into a living canvas.
Commemorate the experience by posing in front of this giant tree. Adorned with lights and colorful ornaments, it makes a perfect backdrop for the family Christmas card.