BUFFALO — The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is preparing to flip the switch for Lumagination 2017, a collaboration with Luminated Landscapes and the UB Theatre and Dance department that adds technology and theatrical design to the beauty of the gardens.

UB will contribute illuminated sculptures for the front lawn of the Botanical Gardens, as well as a light and soundscape for the interior of one of the greenhouses. A talented team of professors, undergraduate students and artists will work alongside the Botanical Gardens and Luminated Landscapes to bring these concepts to life beginning with a special launch party from 6-9 p.m. on Jan. 24.

The launch party, which includes signature cocktails and festive appetizers from Obviously Avi Catering, fun entertainment and a sneak peek of Lumagination 2017 is $35 for Botanical Gardens members and $40 for the general public with ticket purchase by Jan. 19. Tickets will be $45 thereafter.

Following the launch party, Lumagination 2017 will be open Jan. 25-28, Feb. 1-4, 7-11,  and 14-21 with several special events planned:

  • Jan. 26 – Member Night (Garden members with ID receive $2 off admission)
  • Jan. 27 – UB Night (University at Buffalo students with ID receive $2 off admission)
  • Jan. 31 – Photo Night (For professional and amateur photographers only. Tripods will be permitted on this night only)
  • Feb. 1 – Family Fun Night (Enjoy added kids activities, a Lion Dance performance, Kung Fu demos and more)
  • Feb. 2 – Member Night (Garden members with ID receive $2 off admission)
  • Feb. 7 – Student Night (Students with ID receive $2 off admission)
  • Feb. 8 – Family Fun Night (Enjoy added kids activities, a Lion Dance performance, Kung Fu demos and more)
  • Feb. 9 – Student Night (Students with ID receive $2 off admission)
  • Feb. 14 – Valentine’s Day surprises for all ages

Tickets and more information is available at BuffaloGardens.com.