Southern Lights of Raleigh, Inc.

11/15/2025

11/26/2024

Tada! A fabulous alternative holiday lighting idea that we just installed for a dear friend.

11/17/2024

Just wrapped up the final night of Moonlight in the Garden. The sweetest thing happened—I was stationed at the rose garden to take photos of people in front of the twinkle lights when a cute young couple asked me to take their picture. The boyfriend handed me his phone and got down on one knee to propose to his elated girlfriend! It was such a beautiful moment for them and all of us who witnessed it❤️. I wish those two all the best. Apparently two other couples got engaged in other gardens tonight, too.
Thank you so much to everyone who came out to support JC Raulston Arboretum this year. It was a lot of fun meeting you and we hope to see you again next year!
—Rachael

11/11/2024

Veterans—thank you all for your courage and dedication to keeping our country safe. (Also a special shout out to Karla from Southern Lights! We appreciate you!!)

11/11/2024

Moonlight in the Garden 2024 Weekend 2

11/11/2024

Unlit vs lit gardens at JCRA as Moonlight in the Garden was closing for the night.

11/09/2024

Weekend 2 Moonlight in the Garden 2024!

11/09/2024

Kicking off weekend 2 of Moonlight In The Garden 2024! Thanks to all who have come out so far to stroll through the gorgeous lit gardens at JC Raulston Arboretum. There are 4 more nights this year, each with different live bands/food trucks and marshmallow roasting. Great date night and fun for the whole family! We hope to see you there! :)

06/28/2024

Guess who just flew in to mash her keyboard…. It’s our newest and cutest employee (who also happens to be a butterfly), Melanie! 🌺🌻🪻