The Lights 2026 at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts

The Lights – December

People gather at an outdoor Holiday Lights display

Southern Illinois’ most spectacular holiday program returns!

We’re celebrating the fifth year of The Lights, southern Illinois’ favorite holiday tradition! Immerse yourself in winter wonder with more than 1 million Christmas lights twinkling along a one-mile walking trail through the heart of Cedarhurst’s 80-acre campus. Roast a s’more, view the art galleries, enjoy special holiday programs, and capture the moments at unique photo ops along the way.  Cedarhurst Member tickets go on sale November 1. General Admission ticket sales start November 10. In December, enjoy The Lights and programming each Thursday through Sunday. See our calendar of events for dates, hours and special program options including:
-Ride the Lights | December 3 and 13: Ride the Lights gives everyone access to view the spectacular lights display from a guide-driven golf cart.
-Free Kids Nights* | December 6, 13, 20, 27: Our hope is that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy The Lights! *Free kids admission with the minimum purchase of one adult ticket for every four children’s tickets.

TICKETS

Adults – $15 per person
Cedarhurst Members – $10 (Join today!)
Children (ages 2 to 10)- $5
Free Admission for children under 2
Upgrade ticket options available for some special program nights

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  • Phone 618-242-1236

Date

Dec 03, 2026

Time

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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