Old West Christmas Light Fest
Visitors stroll through millions of twinkling lights spread across a 6-acre Old West town, complete with light tunnels, falling snow, and a visit to the Grinch Room. Guests can take free photos with Santa Claus at the Six Gun Saloon, listen to nightly live music at the Silver Spur Saloon, and roast s'mores around campfires. Additional activities include ornament making, a children's scavenger hunt, barrel train rides, and food trucks.
What to Expect
Walk-through holiday festival featuring millions of lights in an Old West town
Event Details
Food & Drink
Food trucks and snack stands offer treats including funnel cakes and hot cocoa, with food purchases at additional cost.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and twinkling
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: General Admission (ages 6 & up) is $25, Military & First Responders are $20, and kids 5 and under are always free. NEW this year: the 2026 Season Pass ($37.50) is good for every night of the season, so it pays for itself in two visits! Online prices are plus fees. Coming with a crowd? Ask about our Family 5-Pack and group tickets for 20 or more. – Get tickets
- Hours: Select nights, 5:00–10:00 PM.
- Parking: Parking is free.
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets online before arriving and have your QR code ready to scan at the gate.
- Check the selected-night schedule before setting out, as the festival does not run every night.
- Wear a warm jacket and comfortable shoes; the festival involves walking outdoors.
- Come early to explore the Old West town at sunset and see Santa’s longhorns.
- Allow extra spending for food trucks, snack stands, laser tag or mechanical bull rides, which cost extra.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children aged 5 and under enter free.
- Military personnel and first responders receive discounted admission.
- Family 5-packs and group tickets for groups of 20 or more are offered.
- A 2026 season pass is new this year and allows entry every festival night.
- Barrel train rides for little ones are new this year.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What can families see and do at the festival?
Walk through the illuminated Old West town and light tunnels, see falling snow and the Grinch Room, make ornaments, join the children’s scavenger hunt and roast s’mores by campfires.
Can we meet Santa, and is there live entertainment?
Santa visits the Six Gun Saloon every festival night for free photos. Local Texas musicians perform at the Silver Spur Saloon every night.
Are any activities or food sold separately?
Food trucks and snack stands, laser tag and mechanical bull rides have an additional cost. Barrel train rides for little ones are new this year.
Which nights is the festival open?
It runs on select nights: November 27–29, December 4–6, December 11–13, and every night from December 18–23, 2026.
Where can visitors park, and how do they get there from San Antonio?
Parking is free. From San Antonio, take I-10 West to exit 540, then drive west on Highway 46 for about three miles.
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We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.