Lake Julian Festival of Lights is back for its 25th year of making spirits bright — one light at a time. Come experience the holiday magic as park is filled with dozens of twinkling displays, thousands of glittering lights, and plenty of festive cheer.
This year's Festival of Lights will take place nightly December 2-23. These nights are drive-through only; no walking guests will be allowed, and all visitors must stay in their vehicles.
- Sunday-Thursday - 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
- Friday-Saturday - 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
Ticket Pricing*
- $15 for personal vehicles (standard cars/vans)
- $50 for sprinter vans, trailblazers, and conversion vans
- $100 for buses and motorcoaches
- Buncombe County Days: On Tuesdays December 9 and 16, residents of Buncombe County in a personal vehicle will be given free entry and do not need to purchase ticket for entry.
*Ticket pricing does not include credit card fees
Your ticket is valid for a one-time use any night of the festival; tickets are not date-specific. Please check our Facebook page for information on closings due to winter weather.
20% of all proceeds benefit Special Olympics Buncombe County. You will have the option at checkout to make an additional donation.
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