Magic of Lights
Magic of Lights is a drive-through holiday lights experience featuring holiday scenes and characters created with LED technology and digital animations. Guests wind through the sparkling route from the comfort and safety of their own car. The route also includes a Reindeer Rest Stop.
What to Expect
Drive-through holiday light show featuring digital animations and LED scenes.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Magic of Lights
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and holiday-light fans
Vibe
Festive and dazzling
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: One carload, one price. Special November Visit Only Pricing: standard car Any Day ticket $18.99/vehicle online or $21.00 at the gate; limo/party bus Any Day ticket $46.99/vehicle or $60.00 at the gate. November tickets are valid only for November visits and cannot be used in December; discount valid until November 30. Santa Saver: standard car Any Day ticket $25.99/vehicle (shown with $35.99 before it), and standard car Weekday (Mon–Thurs) ticket $23.50/vehicle (shown with $31.99 before it); online only, with discount valid until November 26, and tickets can be used any time this season. Season Pass: standard car, Any Day, Anytime, $92.99/vehicle, with unlimited visits all season. Gate pricing is stated as unavailable until the event is open, although gate prices are also listed for the November tickets. – Get tickets
- Hours: Nov 27–Dec 17: 5:00 PM–9:00 PM daily; Dec 18–Jan 2: 5:00 PM–9:00 PM Sunday–Thursday and 5:00 PM–10:00 PM Friday–Saturday.
- Accessibility: Visitors experience the entire attraction from inside their own vehicle.
- Pets: Dogs are permitted to participate as long as they stay in the vehicle.
Tips & Advice
- Buy Santa Saver tickets online before November 27 to get the discount, then use them any time during the season.
- Only buy the November Visit Only ticket if you'll go in November, because it won't be accepted in December and all sales are final.
- Have your pass ready on your phone or printed out at the gate, because lost or missing passes can't be looked up.
- Buying online in advance makes getting in easier. The gate takes cash or credit, but online sales are credit card only.
- No one can ride in the back of a pickup truck, so make sure everyone has a seat inside before you head over.
Special Events & Promotions
- New in 2026: a Special November Visit Only ticket at the lowest price of the season, valid for November visits only, on sale until November 30.
- New in 2026: a Season Pass for a standard car with unlimited visits all season.
- Santa Saver tickets are discounted until November 26 and can be used any time this season, online only.
- From December 18, the display stays open later on Fridays and Saturdays.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a ticket for each person?
No. One vehicle pass covers one carload. Vehicles with more than three rows of seating need the Limo/Party Bus pass, with a limit of 15 passengers.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, as long as your dog stays in the vehicle.
Can I get out of the car to take photos?
No. Stay inside your vehicle the whole way. Taking photos from inside the car is fine.
Do I need to turn my headlights off?
Yes. Turn off your headlights while you drive through the display, or dim them if you can't turn them off. Turn them back on as you exit.
What's the difference between a Weekday and an Any Day ticket?
Weekday tickets work Monday through Thursday. Any Day tickets work any day of the week. November Visit Only tickets can't be used in December.
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