Lights & Leashes
Visitors and their pets stroll a 2-mile route winding along the shores of the Chesapeake Bay, enjoying over 70 animated and stationary holiday light displays on foot. The event features pet-friendly vendors offering gourmet dog treats and pet accessories, alongside hot drinks and sweet treats for people. Guests can also stop along the way to capture holiday photos of their pets with Santa.
What to Expect
Stroll through bayside holiday light displays on foot with your dog.
Event Details
Food & Drink
Vendors offer gourmet dog treats, while visitors can get hot drinks and sweet treats.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and dog owners
Vibe
Festive and pet-friendly
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $25 per car, at the gate.
- Hours: 5:00 PM–8:30 PM; exit the park by 9:00 pm.
- Parking: Admission is sold by the car at the gate; follow signs for Sandy Point State Park.
- Accessibility: The event is fully handicap accessible, featuring a paved pathway suitable for wheelchairs and strollers.
- Pets: Pets are welcome.
Tips & Advice
- Keep your dog leashed throughout the walk, as visitors are asked to leash their pets for the event.
- Buy admission at the gate each evening; tickets are sold there, so plan to purchase on arrival.
- Wear warm layers for the outdoor evening stroll along the Chesapeake Bay, where the route runs for two miles.
- Use the paved pathway for the walk; it is described as accessible for wheelchairs and suitable for strollers.
- Enter Sandy Point State Park in your navigation app, or use Route 50 Exit 32, to reach the event.
Special Events & Promotions
- Lights & Leashes is a three-night walking event before the driving light show opens to cars.
- Santa is available for photos with pets during the event.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lights & Leashes like?
It is a dog-friendly walk along a two-mile paved route by the Chesapeake Bay, passing more than 70 animated and stationary holiday light displays.
Can I bring my dog, and what are the rules?
Yes. Dogs are welcome; keep your dog leashed during the walk.
Are tickets available at the gate?
Yes. Tickets are sold at the gate each evening.
Is the route accessible for wheelchairs and strollers?
The event is described as fully handicap accessible, with a paved path suitable for wheelchairs and strollers.
What food and activities are available along the route?
Pet-friendly vendors offer dog treats and accessories, and visitors can get hot drinks and sweet treats. You can also take a photo with your pet and Santa.
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