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Festival of Lights Hours
The dazzling drive-through experience is lit up nightly from dusk to midnight, including holidays, from November 7 – January 5. Enjoy reduced wait times when you visit Monday through Wednesday, and beat the rush when you arrive early between 5 – 6 pm.
A portion of the lights route will be temporarily closed until 8 pm on Sunday, November 24 for the Twinkle Trot 5K.
Admission
To ensure the Festival of Lights continues to shine brightly for years to come, a donation of $30 per vehicle is suggested. Every $30 donor receives:
- 2024 Festival of Lights Vehicle Pass valid throughout the holiday season
- Oglebay Rewards Book containing more than $500 in time-sensitive money-saving coupons
🔔Donations are accepted at the Welcome Booth, located at light display #29. Cash or credit card accepted.
Know Before You Go
Don’t miss more than 100 lighted attractions along our 6-mile driving route. Follow the directions below instead of using a GPS, and begin at light display #1 on the map HERE.
Sounds of the Season
Listen to your favorite displays come to life through the magic of sound! Follow the music notes on the Festival of Lights route map to discover spectacular audio experiences:
- Display #1: My True Love Gave To Me
- Display #11: Zoo Light Tunnel
- Display #22: Dinosaur Park
- Display #23: Rainbow Tunnel
- Display #24: Reflections on Schenk Lake
- Display #32: Dancing Trees
- Display #96: Life Size Nativity
- Display #97: Christmas Tree/Gardens of Light
- Display #99: Magical Mansion Light Show
- Display #54: Cinderella Arriving at the Ball
- Display #57: Snowflake Tunnel
- Display #64: Jack-in-the-Box
- Display #69: God Bless America
Guided Trolley Tours
Enjoy the Festival of Lights 6-mile drive-through experience from the comfort of the Oglebay Trolley. Tours depart Wilson Lodge hourly from 5:30 – 9:30 pm.
Admission
Mon – Thur | $20 per person*
Fri – Sun | $30 per person
*$30 per person Nov 25-28 & Dec 23 – Jan 1
Tickets may be purchased up to 7 days in advance. Call 304-243-4000.
Festival of Trees
November 16 – 23 | 12 – 8 pm
Visit the Festival of Trees fundraising event, where you’ll find a stunning array of decorated trees, wreaths, and garlands, beautifully crafted by talented volunteers. Purchase or place a bid on a fully decorated tree of your choice to take home for the holidays!
All proceeds benefit Wheeling Health Right, which provides free comprehensive medical care for medically underserved residents in the Ohio Valley.
Admission
Adults | $5.00
Children 12 & Under | $3.00
Senior Citizens | $3.00