Adaptive Stroll & Roll Solstice Walk 2026

Experience the beauty of Bloedel Reserve after dark during our Adaptive Solstice Stroll & Roll. This special evening offers a shorter, self-guided route for visitors who prefer a gentler experience, including families with strollers and guests with mobility considerations.

Follow the soft glow of lanterns through the winter landscape, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere and seasonal lights at your own pace. Unlike our guided Solstice Walks, this experience is self-led, allowing participants to move comfortably along the designated route.

The Stroll & Roll follows an approximately 0.75-mile, out-and-back route along a paved roadway. The walk has no stairs and takes approximately one hour. Please note that, while the route is designed to be easier to navigate, it includes a section with a 9% grade and is not fully ADA-accessible.

Arrival and Check-In

Guest arrival begins at 4 p.m., and the Stroll & Roll begins at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, December 9, 2026.

Please allow sufficient time to park and check in at the Gatehouse Arrival Garden. Before beginning your walk, enjoy a warm beverage by the fire pit and browse the Shop.

Maps and lanterns will be provided. Participants will follow the designated route independently.

Accessibility and Know Before You Go

• Route: Approximately 0.75 miles, out and back, on paved roadway with no stairs.

• Grade: A section of the route has a 9% grade. The route is not fully ADA-accessible, and some visitors may require assistance.

• Duration: Approximately 60 minutes, depending on individual pace.

• Lighting: This is an evening event with limited natural visibility. Lanterns and route lighting will help guide participants.

• Restrooms: Accessible restrooms will be available near the Gatehouse and midway through the route at the Residence.

• Caregivers: Trained personal-care personnel will not be available. Guests requiring assistance with transfers, toileting, feeding, or other personal-care needs should plan to attend with a caregiver.

• Weather: This is an outdoor experience. Please dress warmly and wear appropriate footwear for winter conditions.

The walk is self-guided, and guests are asked to remain on the designated route.

Tickets and Weather Policy

Tickets are non-refundable. In the event of severe weather, Bloedel Reserve may cancel or reschedule the event at its discretion. Ticket holders will be notified by email of any changes, and the Bloedel Reserve website will provide the latest information.

For questions about the event or accessibility accommodations, please contact Guest Services at gatehouse@bloedelreserve.org or 206-842-7631, ext. 10.