Illustration of glowing trees reflected in a lake with visitors watching from a small footbridge (Coralville Aisle of Lights)

Coralville Aisle of Lights

Thousands of white paper sacks filled with sand and candles illuminate miles of sidewalks across the community. Visitors can explore the glowing winter scene at their own pace on foot or by car, or take a city-provided tour bus. Key suggested viewing corridors include 5th Street, 12th Avenue, and Holiday Road.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

coralville.org

When

Tickets

No overall admission price is stated. The bus tours are free and open to the public.

Hours

Luminarias: 5:00 to 9:00 pm. Free bus tours depart from City Hall at approximately 5:15 pm and 6:00 pm.

Ages

All ages

Accessibility

A free wheelchair-accessible tour bus is provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

Going?

Location

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Coralville, IA 52241 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and holiday-light fans

Vibe

Festive and peaceful

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Get to City Hall early for the free bus tour, since capacity is limited and each round fills first come, first served.
  • Dress for whatever the weather brings, because Aisle of Lights goes ahead snow or shine and is never rescheduled.
  • Start your self-guided tour on 5th Street, 12th Avenue and Holiday Road, then wander the neighborhoods where residents light their own sidewalks.
  • If you're lighting luminarias, bring a container when picking up free sand at the Aquatic Center lot next to City Hall.
  • Fold the top edge of each sack down for extra sturdiness, and set them out roughly every third sidewalk square.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free wheelchair-accessible bus tours of the lights leave City Hall twice in the early evening; seats are first come, first served.

Links & Contact

Run by City of Coralville

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best places to see the luminarias?

Start with 5th Street, 12th Avenue and Holiday Road. Then explore the sidewalks lit by residents and businesses all over Coralville, on foot or by car.

Is there a bus tour of the lights?

Yes. The City runs a free wheelchair-accessible bus from City Hall at 1512 7th Street, with two departures at the start of the evening. Space is limited, and each round is first come, first served.

What happens if the weather is bad?

Aisle of Lights goes ahead snow or shine and won't be rescheduled. In wind, sleet or rain, residents light their luminarias as they're able.

How can I put out luminarias at my house?

Free sacks and sand are available starting December 7. Pick up sacks at City Hall or the Coralville Recreation Center, and sand at the Aquatic Center lot next to City Hall. Bring your own votive or battery-powered candles, and clean up by Monday morning.

Are there other holiday lights to see in town?

Yes. The City keeps a map of the community's favorite light displays at coralville.org/holidaylights throughout December.

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