Admission Notices

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees, staff, and neighbors, the following policies apply:

  • Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended. Tickets may not be available on-site, and prices will be higher at the door if the event is not sold out.
  • Tickets are date-specific and valid only on the selected date.
  • Daily ticket quantities are limited to ensure a pleasant experience.
  • Exchanges are allowed in advance, subject to availability. Weekday tickets can transfer to another weekday. Weekend tickets may transfer to any day, but price differences are non-refundable.
  • Enchanted Evenings may sell out. Advance purchase is strongly encouraged; prices may be higher at the door.
  • New for 2025: Tickets for the Drive-Thru and Walk & Wag are subject to higher at-the-door pricing, pending ticket availability.

Admission

Advance Purchase Required
Tickets will be available on October 15, 2025 at 10 a.m.

If you have difficulty with an online ticket purchase, please email winterlights@gaithersburgmd.gov for assistance.

Pricing

One ticket per vehicle
  • Monday - Thursday: $15
  • Friday - Sunday: $25
  • 15+ Passenger Vehicles: $35

Celebrate 30 Years of Winter Lights with Special Giveaways

Join us for fun surprises throughout the season as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Winter Lights Festival!

  • Saturday, Dec. 6 – Santa Night
    See Santa from your vehicle and receive a special gift!
    (Please remain in your car — no selfies.)
  • Thursday, Dec. 11 – Dog Night
    Bring your pup along for the drive! All dogs receive a special treat.
    (Remain in your vehicle at all times.)
  • Wednesday, Dec. 17 – Sticker Night
    Get a limited-edition Winter Lights 30th Anniversary sticker — while supplies last!
  • Friday, Dec. 26 – Prism Glasses Night
    Experience the lights in a whole new way with prism glasses — while supplies last!
    (For safety, drivers must not wear prism glasses while operating a vehicle.)

Enchanted Evenings

Special themed experiences for visitors, available before Winter Lights opens to vehicle traffic.

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Pro Tips

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