LuminoCity Festival - Holiday Lights
Visitors journey through 14 acres of illuminated landscapes across four themed worlds: Magical Wonderwood, Dino Safari, Holidayville, and Tundra Twilight. The experience features more than 100 glowing and animatronic creatures, interactive photo ops, and a towering 40-foot Christmas tree. Additional attractions include the Lumi Express train ride, a 20-foot-tall Santa bounce inflatable, food truck treats, and a festive gift shop.
What to Expect
Four immersive light worlds featuring over 100 glowing and animatronic creatures
Event Details
Duration
Most visitors spend approximately 1 to 2 hours, though the duration varies with their pace of exploration.
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
LuminoCity Festival
Food & Drink
A food and beverage vendor is onsite, and guests may bring snacks and beverages, but outside food and drinks are not allowed inside amusement activities.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and immersive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Non-peak hours: General Admission $29; Child (aged 4–12) $22; VIP Admission $56. Peak hours: General Admission $33; Child (aged 4–12) $26; VIP Admission $58. Prices exclude applicable taxes and fees. Children aged 3 and under are free for admission. – Get tickets
- Hours: Mon-Thu, Sun: 4:30 PM–9:30 PM; last entry 9:00 PM. Fri, Sat: 4:30 PM–10:00 PM; last entry 9:30 PM.
- Parking: Free onsite parking is available via Salisbury Park Drive, the main road through the park. The page gives Hempstead-Bethpage Turnpike as the nearest cross street on the south side and Merrick Avenue on the west side.
- Accessibility: The festival is ADA-compliant, stroller-friendly, and kid wagon-friendly, though on-site wheelchair and stroller rentals are not available.
- Pets: Only registered service animals serving people with disabilities in accordance with ADA requirements are allowed. Emotional support animals are not allowed.
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets online before you go, because no physical tickets are sold at the door and late buyers must purchase on their phones, subject to availability.
- Leave large bags, backpacks, glass containers, selfie sticks, bikes and non-ADA scooters at home, since they're on the festival's prohibited items list.
- Re-entry isn't allowed, so bring any snacks and drinks with you, and keep them out of the amusement activities.
- Groups of 25 or more can get a group discount by contacting customer service, and discount codes only work for online pre-purchases.
- Wear your ugliest holiday sweater on December 19 or come in costume on December 5 to join the festival's theme nights.
Special Events & Promotions
- Lumi & Me Night on November 21.
- Cosplay Under the Lights on December 5.
- Ugly Sweater Night on December 19.
- Santa pop-up appearances on select weekends.
- New this year: the Lumi Express holiday train ride, with online RSVP coming soon.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the festival good for little kids?
Yes. It's built for families, with child tickets for ages 4 to 12. Kids 3 and under get in free with a paying adult.
How do the entry sessions work?
Each ticket is for a session with a 45-minute entry window. You can enter any time during that window and stay as long as you like, but re-entry isn't allowed.
How long should we allow?
Most visitors spend about one to two hours, depending on how fast they explore.
Can we bring food and drinks?
Yes. Snacks and drinks are allowed onsite but not inside the amusement activities. There's also a food and beverage vendor onsite. Alcohol isn't allowed.
What's new for 2026?
Lumi's Utopia turns children's "Dino Friends" drawings into handcrafted 3D light sculptures. Also new are more interactive photo ops, the Lumi Express holiday train ride and a 20-foot-tall Santa inflatable you can bounce inside.
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