The Ludington Area Festival of Lights will be lighting up the holiday season on these magical nights:
- November 27th – Start your holiday season with a Christmas lights and fun!
- November 29th and 30th – Keep the Thanksgiving week festivities going with a joyful drive through our winter wonderland.
- December 1st – Keep the magic going until Christmas
- December 5th – Cancelled due to high winds
- December 6th – 8th, 12th – 15th, and 19th – 22nd – These December dates will be filled with festive charm, light tunnels, synchronized music shows, and holiday cheer to warm your heart.
- December 26th – 29th – Keep the holiday magic alive after Christmas with more evenings of twinkling lights to ring in the New Year.
Hours of Operation:
- Sundays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM – A cozy midweek or Sunday evening to enjoy the holiday lights.
- Fridays and Saturdays: 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM – Perfect for those who want to add an extra glow to their weekend festivities!
Sensory Night on December 18th: For guests who prefer a more relaxed and quiet environment, we’re offering a special Sensory Night. On this night, the drive-through will remain magical, but no flashing lights or synchronized music shows will be active, allowing visitors to enjoy a calmer, more peaceful experience. It’s a perfect evening for those sensitive to bright or flashing lights, creating a serene holiday wonderland where everyone can feel comfortable and welcome.
Important Information for All Visitors:
- The entrance to the Mason County Fairgrounds is conveniently located off US 10, and the exit will be on N. Meyers Road.
- The route is approximately 1.6 miles long and will take roughly 30 minutes to complete, ensuring plenty of time to enjoy the lights.
- All vehicles must maintain a speed of 5 mph or less and adhere to instructions from our Elf Officials stationed along the route for your safety and guidance.
- At no time should anyone exit their vehicle during the drive-thru experience.
- All vehicles must be able to turn off their headlights upon entering the display. If you’re unable to do so, you will not be permitted to enter, as headlights can interfere with the display.
- No buses or lifted trucks will be allowed through the display due to safety and space limitations.
- For safety reasons, passengers must remain inside the cabin of the vehicle at all times during the drive-thru experience.
- If your vehicle has experienced recent mechanical issues, we kindly ask that you refrain from participating in the drive-thru to avoid any disruptions.
- During the drive-thru, keep an eye out for signs directing you to tune your radio to a specific frequency to enjoy holiday music perfectly synchronized with the light shows!
The price of admission is $10 per vehicle, and we accept Credit Cards, Venmo, Cash App, and Cash, giving you multiple payment options.
As a thank you to those who serve, first responders on duty in their vehicles will be able to drive through the display at no charge.
Don’t forget to check out participating sponsors for $2 off coupons (details coming soon) to make your visit even more festive! This is a holiday tradition you won’t want to miss—join us for the Ludington Area Festival of Lights and make this season truly magical!
Questions, just send us an email to: contact@checkoutthelights.com