Illustration of a family in a toy car driving through a tunnel of glowing string lights (Gift of Lights)
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Gift of Lights

Visitors cruise along a two-mile drive-thru course surrounded by over three million twinkling holiday lights, illuminated arches, and themed displays. Guests can take in glowing tunnels, festive scenes, and displays set across the speedway while listening to their own holiday music inside their vehicles. Opportunities to meet Santa are also available.

Nov 26, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 All ages

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Cars: regular $35; buses, limos, and RVs: regular $60; cars: flash sale $25; unlimited visits for the 2026 season: $75. Taxes and fees not included.

Hours

Fri-Sat: 4:30pm-10pm; Sun-Thur: 4:30pm-9pm; Dec. 20-27 holiday hours: 4:30pm-10pm.

Pets

Pets are allowed if they stay with you.

Location

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New Hampshire Motor Speedway · 1122 New Hampshire 106, Loudon, NH 03307 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and holiday light fans

Vibe

Festive and magical

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Consider visiting Sunday through Wednesday, when wait times are shortest, and arrive early to avoid longer waits.
  • Buy online if you want to use the online discount; online tickets are valid for any date and time.
  • Tune your vehicle radio to holiday music before setting off, since the event does not provide music.
  • Keep pets with you throughout the drive-through, as pets are permitted only if they stay with you.
  • Plan for an average 45-minute drive-through, though the time can vary, and remember that tickets are nonrefundable.

Special Events & Promotions

  • A flash sale offers discounted car tickets.
  • A season pass allows unlimited visits during the 2026 season.
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  • Fridays and Saturdays have extended hours compared with Sundays through Thursdays.
  • December 20–27 has extended holiday hours.

Links & Contact

Run by Speedway Motorsports, LLC

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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

How long does the drive-through take, and what will I see?

The average drive-through takes 45 minutes, though the duration varies. The two-mile course features three million lights, glowing tunnels, and holiday displays.

Can I buy tickets at the gate, or should I get them online?

Tickets are available at the gate or online in advance. Online tickets are valid for any date and time, and online purchases offer discounts.

Which days tend to have shorter waits?

Sunday through Wednesday has the shortest wait times. Arriving early is suggested to avoid longer waits.

Can I bring a pet or ride in a truck bed, on a trailer, or on a motorcycle?

Pets are allowed if they stay with you. Riding in a truck bed, on a trailer, or on a motorcycle is also allowed.

Can I choose my own music, and is the event open in bad weather?

There is no event-provided music, so tune your vehicle radio to your own holiday music. The event is open in the rain; closures are posted on Facebook and Instagram.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly. Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide and isn't affiliated with the events we list.

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