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.
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Buy Tickets

Purchase your tickets in advance; prices increase on-site.

VIP ADMISSION

$3900Plus Taxes & Fees
  • 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

$2000Plus Taxes & Fees
  • $20 Admission from 5:30pm to 8pm Monday through Thursday
  • $10 after 8pm

WEEKEND & HOLIDAY WEEK GENERAL ADMISSION

$2500Plus Taxes & Fees
  • $20 Admission from 5:30pm to 8pm Friday through Sunday and Holiday Week
  • $15 after 8pm

ANYTIME ADMISSION

$3000Plus Taxes & Fees
  • 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

$9900Plus Taxes & Fees
  • 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

$2000Plus Taxes & Fees
  • 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.

MAGICAL SNOWFLAKE WAND ADD-ON

$2000Plus Taxes & Fees
  • 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.

MINGLE WITH KRINGLE ADD-ON

$5000Per Child, Plus Taxes & Fees
  • 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.

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.