Illustration of a light display scene (Nights of Lights)
Christmas Lights

Nights of Lights

Visitors celebrate the holiday season by driving through the park to view light displays created at campground campsites. Spectators receive an official event brochure highlighting holiday well-wishes, business advertisements, and community sponsors.

What to Expect

Holiday light displays across decorated campsites at Mounds State Park.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Friends of Mounds State Park

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and holiday-light fans

Vibe

Festive and community-minded

Energy Level

Low

Budget

$

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Location

Mounds State Park
4306 Mounds Road, Anderson, IN 46017, US
Anderson, IN
46017

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $10 per vehicle.
  • Hours: 6:00 - 9:00 pm.

Tips & Advice

  • Pack the whole family into one car, because admission is charged per vehicle rather than per person.
  • Plan your visit for a Friday, Saturday or Sunday, since those are the only nights Nights of Lights is open during its run.
  • Keep the brochure you're given at the entrance, since it's full of sponsors' holiday wishes and local business ads.
  • If you want to decorate a campsite, email the Friends of Mounds early, because current-season decorators get priority for the free reservations.

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Nights of Lights work?

You drive through Mounds State Park and see holiday displays set up at the campground campsites. Every spectator gets an event brochure.

Who makes the displays?

Individuals, organizations and businesses each reserve a campsite and bring their own decorations.

How can I decorate a campsite?

The campsite reservation is free. Email friendsofmounds@gmail.com to sign up. Current-season decorators get priority, and there's a decorator tips sheet to download.

How can my business sponsor the event?

There are several sponsorship levels, with either an ad or a personal holiday message in the brochure handed to every spectator. Email friendsofmounds@gmail.com for details.

Who runs Nights of Lights?

The Friends of Mounds State Park, with help from volunteers and park staff.

Tags

holiday light displaysdrive through displaysfamily friendlyseasonal activitiescommunity celebrationholiday traditionfestive decorationsholiday cheer

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team