Winter WonderPark
High Point City Lake Park glows with festive holiday lights and seasonal decorations. Visitors can walk through the displays, sip hot chocolate, and roast marshmallows by the outdoor fire. The park also features mini golf, a carousel, and rides aboard the decorated Polar Express train.
What to Expect
Holiday light displays, carousel rides, and fireside marshmallow roasting.
Event Details
Food & Drink
S'mores kits and hot chocolate are available for purchase at the concession stand.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and cozy
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: No cost to walk through the park and enjoy the sights. A pass for unlimited rides on the decorated Polar Express train and carousel, plus mini golf, costs $5 per person; ride tickets must be purchased on site on the day of the event, with no advance ticket sales. S'mores kits and hot chocolate are available for purchase at the concession stand.
- Hours: 4 - 8 p.m.
Tips & Advice
- Registration isn't required, and walking through the park to enjoy the lights is free, so you can visit without booking ahead.
- Buy the optional ride pass on site the day you attend; advance sales aren't offered because of past inclement-weather experience.
- Choose a themed night for its listed feature, such as Santa, local school music, PJ Night, or the Grinch theme.
- Dress warmly for an outdoor evening, especially if you plan to walk among the lights or spend time by the fire.
- Purchase s'mores kits and hot chocolate at the concession stand if you'd like refreshments while roasting marshmallows by the outdoor fire.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free entry to walk through the park and enjoy the sights.
- An extra-ticket pass covers unlimited rides on the Polar Express train and carousel, plus mini golf; tickets are sold on site only on event day.
- December 5 is Kick Off night, with Santa.
- December 6 is Gingerbread/Candyland night, with Santa.
- December 11 is Sounds of the Season, featuring a local school band or chorus.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What can visitors do at Winter WonderPark?
Walk through the holiday lights and seasonal decorations; an optional pass covers unlimited rides on the decorated Polar Express train and carousel, plus mini golf.
Do I need to register before visiting?
No. Registration is not required, and walking through the park to see the displays has no cost.
Can I buy the rides pass in advance?
No. Ride passes are sold on site on the day of the event, with no advance sales.
What food and drinks are available?
S’mores kits and hot chocolate are available for purchase at the concession stand, near the outdoor fire.
Are there special activities on particular nights?
Yes. The themed nights include a local school band or chorus on December 11, Polar Express/PJ Night on December 18, and a Grinch theme on December 19.
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