Lights Events
Southern Illinois’ most spectacular holiday program returns!
Immerse yourself in winter wonder with more than 1 million Christmas lights twinkling along a one-mile walking trail through the heart of the Cedarhurst’s 80-acre campus. Roast a s’more, view the art galleries, enjoy special holiday programs, and capture the moments at unique photo opportunities along the way.
Nov. 23 through Dec. 29
Experience the holiday magic of over 1 MILLION lights along a one-mile walking trail through the heart of the museum campus! Timed ticket admission. NEW: two special “accessibility nights” offering golf cart rides through The Lights experience!
November 22 - 23- 24
Kick off your holiday season with an evening of elegance featuring auctions, entertainment, and festivities, all set among the sparkle of The Lights! The beautifully decorated trees are on display all weekend.
Host a Party!
Organize a get together with family and friends, an office party, or a client appreciation event! We have packages to fit any size gathering in our holiday-decorated venues. Click for details.
December 6 - 7 - 8
The Artists are here all weekend with unique handmade items, perfect for holiday gifting! The Christmas Market is included with admission to The Lights (Dec. 6-7-8) Daytime visitors can shop The Market from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
December 13 & 14
Come and make a fun holiday family memory! Enjoy a buffet dinner, elf games, and the chance to merrily mingle and take pictures with Santa and the elves. After dinner, walk The Lights and enjoy all the Cedarhurst campus.
Dec 15 • Dec 28
Our hope is that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy The Lights! We are offering two “free kids admission” nights (with the minimum purchase of one adult ticket for every four children tickets.)
