37th Annual Candlelight Walk Through the Ancient Redwoods
Friday, November 6th & Saturday, November 7th, 2026
Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park
Tickets go on sale October 1st at 10am PDT here and on Eventbrite.
About the event
✨ Enjoy the beauty of Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park in Orick, CA as you stroll along the softly illuminated, ADA-accessible Revelation Trail. Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Candlelight Walk—celebrating 37 years of this magical tradition!
Funds raised help support Redwood Parks Conservancy. We are the nonprofit partner of Redwood National and State Parks. We supports park projects, educational programs, and visitor services to inspire preservation,stewardship, and appreciation of these iconic landscapes.
Dates: Friday & Saturday, November 6 & 7, 2026
Time: 4:00 – 7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 3:30 p.m.)
Location: Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, Orick, CA
Tickets: $30 per person; Children 12 and under free (each child must have a ticket)
This is a timed-entry event with two groups each night:
- Group 1 entry at 4:00 PM
- Group 2 entry at 6:00 PM
Event Highlights:
✔️A peaceful, luminaria-lit self-guided trail walk through ancient redwoods
✔️Local storytellers sharing Indiginious, seasonal and redwood-themed tales
✔️Hot cider and cookies at the visitor center
Additional Details:
✔️Limited to 300 guests per night; tickets sell out fast!
✔️Event held in partnership with Redwood Parks Conservancy, California State Parks, and the National Park Service.
✔️Pets are not allowed.
No refunds. All sales are final. This event will happen rain or shine. Please dress accordingly. Redwood Parks Conservancy reserves rights to cancel or change the event without prior notice and reschedule if needed.
FAQ’s
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Candlelight Walk event:
Who do I contact for questions?
Email us at rpc@redwoodparks.org
Are there Candlelight Walk posters, magnets and pins available for purchase?
Posters with the Candlelight Walk logo as well as pins, stickers, magnets and keychains are available in the RPC Store. All proceeds support Redwood National and State Parks.
What else can I do to support Redwood Parks?
Take part in the Candlelight Walk online auction! Also, you can check out our Projects Page and consider Donating or Leaving a Legacy to help us do more.
How can I do more to support Prairie Creek Redwoods and all of Redwood National and State Parks?
Redwood Parks Conservancy is the official non-profit partner for these parks and other local public lands. You can donate at https://www.redwoodparksconservancy.org/donate-rpc