Holly Jolly Festival of Lights
Visitors stroll through a mile-long walking trail featuring millions of twinkling Christmas lights, themed scenes, shimmering tunnels, and holiday music. Families can meet Santa Claus, see animal ambassadors in Habitat Hall, visit the Letters to Santa station, and enjoy play attractions like the Mega Slide, corn box, swings, and tricycle track. Guests can also warm up around cozy campfires, meet special holiday characters on select evenings, and purchase scratch-made treats and warm meals.
What to Expect
Stroll a mile-long outdoor trail illuminated by millions of holiday lights.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Lucky Ladd Farms
Food & Drink
The Barnyard Grill serves homemade soup bowls, pizzas, and smoked sausage, while the bakery and coffee bars offer scratch-made treats and drinks; hot cocoa and s’mores are available for separate purchase.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and cozy
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: General Admission (ages 2+): online $12–$16 or gate $19–$23, with rates varying by date. Children under 2: free. Parking: free. Tickets are priced per person. Activities marked with an asterisk are available for separate purchase. 2026 Season Pass Members save $2 off each ticket. – Get tickets
- Hours: Santa: nightly 6–8 PM; holiday characters: designated nights 6–8 PM; Barnyard Grill: open until 8:30 PM nightly.
- Parking: Parking is free.
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets online at least an hour before you go, since advance purchase is required and tickets at the gate aren't guaranteed.
- Compare dates when you book, because online ticket prices vary by night and buying online costs less than buying at the gate.
- Check the farm's hotline or Facebook page before heading out if it has rained recently or rain is in the forecast.
- Visit on a Friday or Saturday if you want to meet holiday characters like Rudy Reindeer, Lovable Snowman or Santa's Elf.
- Season Pass members should book with their 2026 pass, since it takes money off each ticket they buy.
Special Events & Promotions
- Holiday character meet 'n greets on designated Friday and Saturday nights, included with admission.
- The Mean Green One makes appearances on dates to be announced in October.
- 2026 Season Pass members save on each ticket.
- Barnyard pony rides, hot cocoa and s'mores roasting are sold separately.
- Cookies & Cocoa with Santa, a separately ticketed visit with cookie decorating and hot cocoa, runs December 11–13 and 18–20.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do besides the lights?
Meet Santa and snap a photo nightly, visit the animal ambassadors in Habitat Hall and stop at the Letters to Santa Station. Kids can play on the Mega Slide, Corn Box, Swings and Tricycle Track. Campfires help you warm up, and pony rides are sold separately.
What food is there?
The Barnyard Grill serves homemade soup bowls, pizzas, smoked sausage and more. The Big Red Barn's Bakery and Coffee Bars have scratch-made treats and drinks. Hot cocoa and s'mores roasting are sold separately.
Can we buy tickets at the gate?
Advance purchase is required. Buy online tickets at least an hour before your visit, because tickets at the gate aren't guaranteed.
Which holiday characters will be there?
The Mean Green One, Lovable Snowman, Rudy Reindeer and Santa's Elf appear on designated Friday and Saturday nights, included with admission. The Mean Green One's exact dates are released in October.
What happens if it rains?
Weather-related closings are posted on the farm's information hotline and Facebook page. Check them if it has rained recently or rain is in the forecast.
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