Illustration of a couple and children walking through a tunnel of twinkling white lights in the snow (68th Annual Carol of Lights)
Christmas Lights

68th Annual Carol of Lights

Visitors gather on the Texas Tech campus for a longstanding university holiday tradition. More than 30,000 lights illuminate the campus, accompanied by live entertainment and a fireworks display.

Sun, Dec 6, 2026 Free.

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

7:00 PM to 8:15 PM CT.

Location

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Science Qaudrangle · Memorial Circle, Lubbock, Texas 79409, United States Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families, students, and community members

Vibe

Festive and communal

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive ready to spend the evening outdoors, since the gathering, entertainment and fireworks take place on campus.
  • Keep the Science Quadrangle and Memorial Circle in mind when making your way to the event area.
  • Consider arriving with your group together, as students, alumni, university staff and community members gather for the event.
  • Leave time to enjoy both the campus lights and the live entertainment before the fireworks display.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free entry; open to all.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Carol of Lights suitable for?

It is free and open to all, including students, alumni, university staff and the Lubbock community.

What can visitors see and hear?

More than 30,000 holiday lights illuminate campus, with live entertainment and a fireworks display.

Is this a ticketed event?

No ticket is mentioned; the event is free and open to all.

How long does the program last?

The scheduled program runs for about 75 minutes.

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