Q. What does it cost to drive through the lights?

A. There is no admission fee or cost to drive through the Way of Lights. At the end of your drive, if you are able to and would like to help us keep the Way of Lights free for everyone, donations are accepted. With a donation of $10 or more, you can receive a Way of Lights exclusive, limited edition, plush animal.

Q. I love getting the plush animals, but I missed out on the first one in the series. Can I get one of those?

A. Currently, no. The plush are limited to the amount created in each particular year. However, keep your eyes on our website. In future years, you might see an undated full collection available.

Q. I hate waiting in the traffic to get in. Can’t you do something about that?

A. Well, the short answer is no. The Way of Lights is a time-honored tradition for so many people that sometimes, it just gets busy. The long answer, though, is that YOU can do something about that by adjusting the day of the week that you come. Traditionally, Sunday – Thursday nights are the lighter traffic nights through the Way of Lights. Fridays & Saturdays, especially as we get closer to Christmas are the busiest.

Q. What’s the best way to see the most at the Way of Lights without getting
in and out of my car?

A. All of the activities at the Way of Lights are within walking distance of one another. The best plan is to park your car in one place, such as the Church parking lot where the camels are located—just on the left after going through the lighted tunnel. Then, you can take in the activities there. Next, walk across to the Visitors Center to take advantage of all the great activities there. Finally, head back toward your car and on to the Guild Center to check out the Laser Show.

Q. That sounds great, but not everyone in my group can walk very far.
Are there other options?

A. DEFINITELY! Sunday – Thursday, our trolley will offer free rides through the lights making stops at each of the activity areas. So, you can stay on for the entire ride or exit at a particular activity and get back on when you are ready to move on.

Q. How many lights are up there?

A. We have over 1.7 million lights on display along with statues and electro-art sculptures which tell the story of Christmas.

Q. Who puts up all those lights, and how long does it take them?

A. We have a staff comprised of our five Roads & Grounds staff, three Building Maintenance staff and two electricians who “officially” begin on October 1st to put up the lights. Prior to that time, they also work to check all the lights, fix broken lights or electrical pieces and create new displays or sculptures.

Q. Do you just throw away the lights at the end of the season?

A. No. All of the lights that are in working condition or that are easily fixable are saved. Each strand is tested, rolled and organized by size and type before being put away. This process can take several months, but it is one of the most important steps to insure we are prepared for installation the following season.