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Christmas in the Park

Visitors can stroll through a glowing holiday display illuminated by over 100,000 sparkling lights. Weekend visits feature live entertainment, food trucks, and hot cocoa. Guests can also attend a workshop to create custom holiday ornaments with glass-blowing artisans.

What to Expect

Featuring over 100,000 sparkling lights

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown Rock Springs

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Downtown Rock Springs Main Street/Urban Renewal Agency

Food & Drink

Food trucks and hot cocoa are offered on Friday and Saturday evenings through December 19.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and holiday-light enthusiasts

Vibe

Festive and glowing

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Bunning Park
J St &, Evans St, Rock Springs, WY 82901
Rock Springs, WY
82901

Know Before You Go

  • Hours: First Light: 5:30 p.m.

Tips & Advice

  • Buy tickets ahead for the Ikonic Glass workshop, where you work with glassblowing artists to make your own ornament, since it needs its own ticket.
  • Visit on a Friday or Saturday evening before December 19 if you want live performances, food trucks and hot cocoa along with the lights.
  • Come to First Light on Saturday, November 28 to watch more than 100,000 lights switch on in Bunning Park for the season.
  • Dress warmly for an evening walk outdoors in Bunning Park, and bring a camera, since the lights make a great backdrop for family photos.
  • Performing groups and non-profits that want a spot in the nightly events can call the Downtown Rock Springs office at 307-352-1434.

Special Events & Promotions

  • First Light opening night on Saturday, November 28, when more than 100,000 lights switch on
  • Live performances, food trucks and hot cocoa on Friday and Saturday evenings through December 19
  • New this year: Ikonic Glass ornament workshop with glassblowing artists, separate ticket
  • 100,000 lights featured this year

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens on weekend evenings?

Every Friday and Saturday evening through December 19 there are live performances, food trucks and hot cocoa in the park.

Is there food at the park?

Yes. Food trucks and hot cocoa are there on Friday and Saturday evenings through December 19.

What is the Ikonic Glass workshop?

It's a hands-on workshop where you work with glassblowing artists to make your own ornament. It's new this year and needs its own ticket.

Is it a good spot for family photos?

Yes. With more than 100,000 lights, the park makes a great backdrop for holiday walks and family photos.

Can my group perform or take part?

Yes. Downtown Rock Springs is looking for performing groups, non-profits and others for the nightly events. Call the office at 307-352-1434.

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Last Updated: Oct 21, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team