WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – Illuminations at Botanica is returning for a new season. The annual holiday event will kick off on Nov. 29 at Wichita's botanical gardens. Light displays will fill the gardens throughout November and December in what has become an annual tradition. It started in 1990, when luminaries, weighted paper bags with lit candles inside, were adorned along the gardens' walkways. A few years later, the decision was made to install Christmas lights throughout Botanica. Over the years the number of lights and displays has grown to include light shows synced to music and even video displays created with Christmas lights. Illuminations was ranked 4th in USA Today’s 10Best Botanical Garden Holiday Lights in 2023. Illuminations at Botanica is again in the running for 10Best in 2024. You can vote for it by clicking here. Wichita Recovery Hub prepares to launch new space for people in recovery to connect While at Illuminations, children can visit with Santa, families can take a ride on the Khicha Family Carousel for $3, or enjoy concessions like hot chocolate, s'mores, and other snacks. This is THE holiday event to share with family and friends,” said Dr. Lynette Zimmerman, Botanica’s executive director, in a news release. “Not only is Illuminations a family tradition, it also brings happiness and joy to our guests. This is Botanica’s biggest fundraiser of the year, so every ticket helps the gardens grow and our educational programs excel! We are so grateful for our sponsors and the support of our community.” Admission is $16 for non-members, $13 for members, $10 for kids ages 3-11, and children two and under enter free. Tickets need to be purchased in advance at the Illuminations ticketing page. Illuminations run from Nov. 29 through Jan. 4.