Illustration of a light display scene (Christmas Lake Village Festival of Lights)
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Christmas Lake Village Festival of Lights

Visitors drive through nine miles of festive light displays, with awards presented for categories including Judges' Favorite and Best Lights. Live reindeer greet guests at the front gatehouse as they enter. Along the route at the Recreation Center, guests can see a live nativity scene, visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, listen to carolers, and pick up complimentary cookies and hot chocolate.

What to Expect

Nine-mile drive-through light display in a gated community.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Christmas Lake Village

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Christmas Lake Village

Food & Drink

The Garden Club serves complimentary hot chocolate and cookies at the Recreation Center, and food trucks are in its upper parking lot.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Low

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Free admission; cash donations are accepted and will benefit a local charitable organization.
  • Hours: 5:00 - 8:00 pm CT.

Tips & Advice

  • Keep cash handy if you wish to donate; admission is free, and cash donations benefit a local charitable organization.
  • Use the Recreation Center restrooms along the route, especially before continuing through the full nine-mile display.
  • Look for food trucks in the Recreation Center's upper parking lot, and stop there for a bite during the drive.
  • Dress warmly for time outside your vehicle while visiting Santa, listening to carolers, or enjoying refreshments at the Recreation Center.
  • Allow time to pause at the Recreation Center for Santa visits, the live nativity, and complimentary hot chocolate and cookies.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free admission.
  • Held on two nights only: December 12 and 19.
  • Santa and Mrs. Claus are available for visits on both event nights.
  • Awards are given for Judges’ Favorite, Kids’ Favorite, Reason for the Season, and Best Lights.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can visitors see along the drive-through route?

The route runs for nine miles and includes festive light displays, with awards for Judges’ Favorite, Kids’ Favorite, Reason for the Season, and Best Lights.

What can we do at the Recreation Center?

Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, see a live nativity scene, listen to carolers, and enjoy complimentary cookies and hot chocolate. Food trucks and restrooms are also available there.

Are there activities for children?

Yes. The event is described as kid friendly, and children can see the reindeer, visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, and enjoy the displays.

Is admission free, and can visitors support a local cause?

Admission is free. Cash donations are accepted to benefit a local charitable organization.

Do visitors need to leave their vehicles during the event?

The lights are viewed on a drive-through route; the Recreation Center is along the route and has activities, food trucks, and restrooms.

Tags

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Last Updated: Nov 4, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team