Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables is kicking off the eighth year of its Night Garden light show, and this season includes a first: a real-ice skating rink. The garden is already open and the show runs through Jan. 3.
Daniel Wu, a garden representative quoted in the source video, said the rink is one of the few in Florida to use real ice. Strong chillers keep the surface frozen around the clock. Visitors who need to warm up can order hot chocolate or coffee.
The fairy scavenger hunt has also changed. Instead of playing on a phone, guests can take part with a printed format that requires no technology, Wu said.
Returning favorites include the oversized dandelions, the butterfly paths and a disco dance party. Archie the Bilingual Tree, which Wu said has stood on the grounds for more than 150 years, greets guests at the start of the show. The display covers more than 20 acres of the garden at 10901 Old Cutler Road.
