Question 1

What is Gift of Lights?

Accepted Answer

Gift of Lights is a large holiday light event featuring millions of lights, festive displays, and magical walk-through experiences designed to create Christmas memories for the whole family.

Question 2

What are the Show Dates and Hours?

Accepted Answer

- November 27th 2025 through January 4th 2026
- Friday - Saturday:5pm - 10:00pm
- Sunday - Thursday: 5pm - 9:00pm

Question 3

Special Holiday Hours

Accepted Answer

- December 21st through December 28th
- Open Daily 5pm-10:00pm

Question 4

What is the address of the show?

Accepted Answer

- 1229 Persimmon Tree Dover, DE 19901

Question 5

How much are tickets?

Accepted Answer

- Cars: $35.00 (One Carload…One Price) 
- Bus/Limo/RV: $60.00

Question 6

Where can I purchase Tickets?

Accepted Answer

- Tickets can be purchased at the gate or in advance by clicking here
- ONLINE TICKETS ARE GOOD FOR ANY DATE/TIME!

Question 7

What is the advantage of purchasing your ticket online?

Accepted Answer

The speed of transaction is quick and you get to take advantage of online discounts.

Question 8

How long is the wait?

Accepted Answer

- Wait times vary. We suggest coming to the show early to avoid longer wait times.
- Sunday-Wednesday has the shortest wait times! 
- Beat the weekend traffic and come during the week!

Question 9

How long does it take to drive through the show?

Accepted Answer

- Drive through time varies
- Average drive thru time is 45 minutes.

Question 10

What do I do if I can’t find my online ticket?

Accepted Answer

- Call 765.613.0874
- OR email DMS@giftoflights.com

Question 11

What if there is inclement weather?

Accepted Answer

- We are open in the rain
- Closings will be posted on Facebook & Instagram. Please follow us for these updates.

Question 12

What forms of payment are accepted at the gate?

Accepted Answer

- We accept cash and all major credit cards at the gate!

Question 13

Are tickets refundable?

Accepted Answer

- No. Tickets are nonrefundable.

Question 14

Are you open on major holidays?

Accepted Answer

- Yes! We are open Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, & New Years Eve.

Question 15

Are there restrooms available?

Accepted Answer

- Yes.

Question 16

Are pets allowed?

Accepted Answer

- Yes. So long as they stay with you!

Question 17

Can you ride in the bed of a truck, on a trailer or motorcycle?

Accepted Answer

- Yes

Question 18

Can buses, limos or RVs go through the show?

Accepted Answer

- Yes! See pricing options when you are purchasing your tickets!

Question 19

Are tickets per person?

Accepted Answer

- No! Prices are by the carload!

Question 20

Is there music?

Accepted Answer

- No! Turn your station to your favorite holiday music.

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