Gaithersburg, MD (October 5, 2022) The City of Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival welcomes visitors back for its 27^th spectacular season. Due to a significant increase in the popularity of this event, tickets must be purchased in advance and are only good for the specific date listed on the ticket. Tickets will go on sale on Wednesday, October 12 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased online here.

The wondrous display of lights at Seneca Creek State Park will be open nightly November 25 through December 31, Sunday through Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 6 to 10 p.m. Please note that the Festival will be closed on December 25. The park is located at 11950 Clopper Road, just a few miles west of the intersection with I-270.

Advance online ticket purchase is required; tickets will not be available at the admission booth. Admission is $15 per car Monday through Thursday and $25 per car Friday through Sunday. Tickets must be purchased for a specific date, and are only good for that date. Exchanges are available in advance only, subject to availability. This event is likely to sell out; early ticket purchase is highly recommended.

The 3.5-mile drive through the enchanted woodland setting of Seneca Creek State Park takes you past more than 450 illuminated displays and beautifully strung trees that light up the night. Festival favorites include a Fairytale Castle, Winter Woods, Victorian Village, Mermaid Lagoon, and an enchanting Fantasy theme.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. As a sponsor, you have the opportunity to display your company name in lights for the full run of the festival, have your logo on promotional materials, receive complimentary entrance tickets to share with your employees and clients, and have the opportunity to share digital coupons with thousands of visitors. Review our sponsorship opportunities here.

For complete details and admission rates for large vehicles please visit www.gaithersburgmd.gov.