Holiday Fantasy in Lights
Visitors experience an outdoor holiday light show featuring over 50 illuminated displays lighting up the park. The vibrant light installations feature colorful concepts crafted with energy-efficient LED bulbs. Guests can also enjoy an accompanying holiday soundtrack produced for the event.
What to Expect
Over 50 illuminated light displays crafted by local electricians in Olin Park.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
NECA and IBEW 159
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and holiday-light fans
Vibe
Festive and colorful
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free for all to enjoy. The page also invites donations at the event exit.
- Hours: Lights are on at dusk every night; candy canes from 4:30pm to 10:00pm every night.
Tips & Advice
- Have a donation ready for the exit, because those dollars help NECA and IBEW 159 keep the show free and maintained.
- Come during the evening, when candy canes are handed out every night, rather than late at night.
- Queue up the Fantasy in Lights Holiday Soundtrack before you arrive so you have the event's music playing as you tour the displays.
- Stop by the Babcock Dairy Store on campus to try the custom Fantasy in Lights ice cream made for the show.
Special Events & Promotions
- Babcock Dairy Store sells a custom 'Fantasy in Lights' ice cream: sugar cookie flavored with green buttercream swirls and red and green 'lights'.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What will we see?
More than 50 lit displays across Olin Park. The show has been lit entirely with LED bulbs since 2009.
Are there treats for kids?
Yes. Candy canes are handed out every night during the evening.
Is there music to go with the lights?
Yes. There is a Fantasy in Lights Holiday Soundtrack produced by WVMO, and you can play it from the event's website.
How can I support the event?
You can give a donation at the exit, which helps keep the show free and maintained. Businesses can also sponsor an existing display or a new custom one.
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