Light Up Your Holidays With These 6 Destinations

There are countless festivals around Oklahoma. Travelers can visit lights both near and far to celebrate the season. Below is a round-up of some of the state’s dazzling winter wonderlands.

With more than 3.5 million lights, the Chickasha Festival of Light is recognized as one of the top holiday light shows in the nation. The festival also offers horse-drawn carriage rides, a ferris wheel, hot chocolate, and more. You can find your way to the park by following the path toward the iconic 172-foot Christmas tree which can be seen from miles around.
Open November 23 through December 31 at Shannon Springs Park in Chickasha

Get a jump start on the holidays the weekend before Thanksgiving at Chickasha Festival of Light. Photo by Lori Duckworth / Oklahoma Tourism

One of the largest light displays in southern Oklahoma can be found in Ardmore. The Festival of Lights features more than 150 animated displays along a 1.5 miles drive. It’s the perfect excuse to set the radio to your favorite Christmas music and sing along with merriment and cheer.
Open November 16 through December 30 at Regional Park in Ardmore

Guymon’s Festival of Lights offers more than just sparkling views; it offers a place to make magical memories. Each day, the Reindeer Express will make evening runs. The Texas County Activity Center will host special events throughout December, such as an ice skating rink and the Nutcracker Craft show.
Open during December at Thompson Park in Guymon

What started as a short drive-through of lights now spans three interconnected parks. Yukon’s Christmas in the Park dazzles with more than five hundred displays and five million lights. Visitors can experience the lights in a few various ways: driving, walking, or catching a ride on the Santa Express Train. Make sure you don’t go through these lights too fast though, as some of the displays are choreographed along with popular Christmas songs.
Open November 23 through December 31 at Yukon City Park, Freedom Trail Park, and Chisholm Trail Park in Yukon

Yukon's Christmas in the Park is open through New Year's Eve. Photo by Lori Duckworth / Oklahoma Tourism

Take a leisurely two-mile drive in the Heart of Oklahoma around Purcell City Lake to see the Lights from the Heart. You can drive through tunnels of twinkling lights, see penguins and candy canes, and watch the lights reflect on the water. For an extra magical experience, visit on a Saturday in December to see Santa Claus.
Open November 27 through December 31 at Purcell City Lake in Purcell

Thousands of shimmering lights, numerous festive activities, and a winter market all help to make up this year's wildlife themed Winter Wonderland in Tulsa. Don’t miss out on dancing with the elves, holiday themed treats, and live merry music. Even Santa and Mrs. Claus will be in attendance on the weekends.
Open November 30 through December 24 at the Gathering Place in Tulsa

Whether you prefer to start the holiday festivities early or wait until December 1, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from. These are just a few of the lights available around the state to dazzle you and spark winter wonderment. For more listings and information, search the Festivals & Events listings at [TravelOK.com

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Kiersten Stone

Just a small town girl living out her city dreams, Kiersten Stone is the Research Editor for Oklahoma Today. Stone previously worked at a local newspaper and at her university’s student news organization before coming to work at the magazine. She loves the Sooner State and all it offers, from the city to the outdoors and the wildlife.