5th Annual
Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular
Friday, November 27 – Wednesday, December 30, 2026
Open Nightly 5:30pm – 10:00pm
Closing Early on Christmas Eve
Closed on Christmas Day
See what over 200,000 people have come to enjoy as their new favorite family HOLIDAY TRADITION. Immerse yourself in a half-mile magical holiday experience of over 1 million twinkling lights, music and mystical snow globes. The trail is complete with 25+ interactive scenes, a winter carnival with Ferris Wheel and more rides, and so much more. Tickets start at only $10.
ADVANCE TICKETS ARE ENCOURAGED.
TICKETS ARE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE AND SOME DATES/TIMES WILL SELL OUT. SECURE YOUR TICKETS WHILE YOU CAN.
NEW THIS YEAR: The Winter Wonderland Carnival, featuring the Ferris Wheel, Helicopter Ride and Rapid Slide!
Capture the Magic…
- 40% MORE Show Features…Including new scenes and the Oversized Snow Globes
- NEW THIS YEAR: The Ballerinas or Snow Globes Perform EVERY NIGHT
- Santa Is On-Site Every Night Through 12/23
- Exquisite Ice Castle with Princess Carriage
- Holiday Village complete with Boutiques, Shops, & Rotating Food Trucks
- IMPROVED! All pathways are Concrete or Decked. Safe for Scooters, Strollers, and Wheelchairs (please be aware there are some inclines throughout the venue).
- FREE Parking
SEE BELOW FOR TICKET OPTIONS
General Admission:
- Starting at $10!
- $20 from 5:30pm to 8pm, Monday – Thursday, and $10 after 8pm
- $25 from 5:30pm to 8pm, Friday – Sunday, and $15 after 8pm
VIP admission:
- $39, Includes Souvenir Hot Chocolate Mug with Bottomless Hot Chocolate available during the event, 2 Ride Tickets, access to VIP EXCLUSIVE Lodge – heated HO HO GLOW Lodge, access to VIP Washrooms, and Special VIP Entrance Line to the Holiday Light Spectacular.
Add-on experiences:
- Magical Snowflake Wand – $20
- Winter Wonderland Carnival Rides – $20; Includes four ride tickets, each redeemable for one attraction: the Ferris Wheel, Bear Affair, Sooper Jet Kiddie Roller Coaster, and Rapid Slide!
- Mingle with Kringle – $50 per child; Special meet and greet session with Santa each day from 5:30pm – 6pm. Limited to 10 children per day with up to 2 parents/guardians. Must have valid 5:30pm or 6pm admission tickets for that day’s Santa Session.
Buy Tickets
Purchase your tickets in advance; prices increase on-site.
VIP ADMISSION
- Includes Souvenir Hot Chocolate Mug with Bottomless Hot Chocolate during the event, 2 Ride Tickets, access to VIP Lodge & VIP Washrooms, and Special VIP Entrance Line.
WEEKDAY GENERAL ADMISSION
- $20 Admission from 5:30pm to 8pm Monday through Thursday
- $10 after 8pm
WEEKEND & HOLIDAY WEEK GENERAL ADMISSION
- $20 Admission from 5:30pm to 8pm Friday through Sunday and Holiday Week
- $15 after 8pm
ANYTIME ADMISSION
- The Magic of the Season on Your Schedule!
- Includes admission on ANY DAY without the need to select a date or call ahead.
FAMILY 4 PACK BUNDLE
- Holiday Fun for the Whole Family!
- Includes four (4) ANYTIME Admission tickets.
ADD TO YOUR HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE
Purchase your tickets in advance, as some experiences will sell out; prices increase on-site.
WINTER CARNIVAL RIDE ADD-ON
- Enjoy Fun Rides While You Enjoy the Lights! Ride the Ferris Wheel, Bear Affair, Sooper Jet Kiddie Roller Coaster, and Rapid Slide!
- Add-On includes 4 Ride Tickets for $20.00 plus fees. Prices increase onsite.
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MAGICAL SNOWFLAKE WAND ADD-ON
- Light up the Holiday! Get your light-up, interactive Snowflake Wand to use throughout the Holiday Light Spectacular experience!
- Wand colors and styleswill vary, and prices increase on-site.
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MINGLE WITH KRINGLE ADD-ON
- Special meet and greet with Santa each day from 5:30pm – 6pm.
- Limited to 10 children per day with up to 2 parents/guardians. Must have valid 5:30pm or 6pm admission tickets for that day’s Santa Session.
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INTERESTED IN BRINGING A GROUP?
For information on arranging a school or non-profit group, please email us at shack@drinkeatrelax.com.
For information on arranging a family or social group, please email us at team@ncholidaylights.com.