Christmas Festival of Lights
Guests walk through grounds illuminated by more than one million Christmas lights decorating the property's trees. The festival features the International Creche Museum displaying approximately 2,000 nativity scenes from over 100 countries, alongside a permanent historical exhibit on Judea, Jerusalem, and Galilee. Visitors can also take photos with Santa, browse the gift shop, enjoy carousel and hayride attractions, and stop by the food court and cafeteria.
What to Expect
Walk through an illumination display featuring more than one million lights.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
The Missionaries of Our Lady of La Salette
Food & Drink
A food court, cafeteria, and snack bar are open from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m.; the cafeteria is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors who enjoy christmas lights and nativity displays
Vibe
Festive, bright, reflective
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free admission. Free-will donations are optional.
- Hours: Every night, 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
- Parking: Traffic can begin about 30 minutes to an hour before the lights illuminate. On busy nights, traffic can extend up to a quarter-mile in each direction; visitors planning to attend on a weekend are advised to arrive early. The parking lot can be dark in some places after 9:00 p.m.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive a little early on weekends, because traffic starts building before the lights come on and can stretch a quarter-mile each way closer to Christmas.
- Bring a small flashlight if you're staying until lights-out, since some display areas and parts of the parking lot are dark.
- Visit the Creche Museum, gift shop, church or cafeteria before the end of the night, because the lights and all public buildings shut down promptly together.
- Come on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday if you want Santa photos at the Welcome Center or rides on the carousel, hayride and Ride to Bethlehem.
- Bringing a group? Register it with the Shrine before your visit through the group registration form on the Christmas page.
Special Events & Promotions
- This season's theme is 'Christ, Light of Peace,' with more than one million lights.
- The lights stay on Christmas night, even though the Shrine itself is closed.
- Mariachi Mass in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe on December 6, with Mariachi Internacional de Boston.
- Christmas Eve Mass on December 24 includes a Christmas Pageant.
- Father Pat's Concerts are held during the season.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best spot to see the lights?
Most of the lights are on the trees, so you can see them from almost anywhere on the Shrine grounds.
What is there to do besides the lights?
The International Creche Museum has about 2,000 nativity scenes from more than 100 countries, including two collections of Santons from Provence. There's also the 'Judea, Jerusalem and Galilee at the Time of Jesus' exhibit and the La Salette Gift Shop. On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays you'll find Santa photos at the Welcome Center, plus the carousel, hayride and Ride to Bethlehem.
Is there food on site?
Yes. There's a food court, a cafeteria and a snack bar. The cafeteria is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Are all areas well lit?
No. Some of the light display areas are kept dark so the lights stand out, and parts of the parking lot are dark after the lights go off. Bring a small flashlight if you're staying until the end.
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