Illustration of Santa in a knitted red suit in a wooden armchair as two small children show him paper lists by a fireplace (Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show & Village)

Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show & Village

Visitors take in millions of twinkling lights, festive displays, and animated scenes from their vehicle along a mile-long drive-through course. Guests can also visit the outdoor Christmas Village to walk through an illuminated light tunnel, take photos with Santa, and browse holiday items from local vendors. Seasonal food and drink options include s'mores roasted over fire pits, hot cocoa, treats from The Barnyard restaurant, and a Winter Beer Garden.

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Website / Tickets

skylandsstadium.com

When

Tickets

Standard tickets are $29 per carload for single entry. VIP tickets are $79 per carload for single entry and include express lane access, admission on any operating date and time without a reservation, and two holiday novelty toys. No ticket is needed to enter the Christmas Village; food, Santa photos, and more cost extra.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

The event offers s’mores roasted over fire pits, hot cocoa, coffee, ice cream, snacks, holiday treats, food and drinks at The Barnyard, and a Winter Beer Garden for adults.

Parking

Parking is free at Skylands Stadium.

Accessibility

Handicapped accessible and stroller friendly, though certain areas are uneven, unpaved, and soft-surfaced.

Pets

Pets are not allowed; only service animals are allowed at the event.

Going?

Location

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Skylands Stadium · 94 Championship Place, Augusta, NJ 07822 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and holiday-light fans

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Buy standard tickets online in advance and reserve a date and time slot; missing date or time options may indicate that slot is sold out.
  • Consider VIP tickets if flexibility matters: they work any operating date and time without a reservation and include express-lane entry and two novelty toys.
  • Allow about 30 minutes for the drive-through and at least two hours if you also want to explore the Christmas Village.
  • Use the free stadium parking, and wear shoes suited to uneven, unpaved, soft-surfaced village areas.
  • Treat tickets as a firm commitment: exchanges require calling at least 72 hours before your slot and cost $2 per ticket; tickets are not refundable or exchangeable if you do not attend.

Special Events & Promotions

  • VIP tickets include express-lane access, entry on any operating date and time without a reservation, and two holiday novelty toys.
  • Entry to the Christmas Village is free; food, Santa photos, and other items cost extra.
  • Santa appearance dates and schedule are to be announced.
  • Sign up for special text-only deals.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets Contact

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I book ahead, and how can I tell if a date is sold out?

Time-slot tickets must be purchased online in advance. If a preferred date or slot is missing from the ticket system, it is sold out.

What can I do in the Christmas Village?

Browse holiday vendors, walk through the illuminated light tunnel, take photos with Santa, and enjoy seasonal activities and photo spots.

What food and drinks are available?

You can roast s’mores over a fire pit, get hot cocoa, coffee, ice cream, snacks, and treats, or dine at The Barnyard. Food and other items cost extra.

How long should I allow for a visit?

The drive-through takes about 30 minutes; allow at least two hours if you also want to enjoy the Christmas Village.

Are the grounds accessible, and can I bring a pet?

The event is wheelchair and stroller friendly, though some areas are uneven, unpaved, and soft surfaced. Only service animals are allowed.

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