Fantasy of Lights
Visitors take in a three-mile drive-through route filled with expanded light displays and festive sights. Guests can tune their car radios to hear holiday music synchronized with display features while enjoying complimentary hot cocoa. The experience also includes a Christmas village with children's activities, character meet-and-greets, and an artisan holiday market featuring local goods.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
$20 per personal vehicle; $40 per 12-passenger vans/limos; $80 for a bus/trolley.
Hours
Sunday through Thursday: 5:30 – 9:00PM; Friday and Saturday: 5:30 – 10:00PM.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Franke Park
Food & Drink
Free hot cocoa is available at the Christmas Village (Nov. 27–Dec. 23), and the YLNI holiday market offers treats on its scheduled dates.
Parking
Visitors follow the drive-through route in their vehicles; the event entrance is at Franke Park.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets online before arriving, as online ticket sales are offered for the drive-through event.
- Tune your car radio to 91.7 FM to hear holiday music and event information along the route.
- Download the event app to keep tickets together, share them, and use its interactive map.
- Plan a separate visit for the YLNI Holiday Market, which operates only on its listed dates and days.
- Remember that the drive-through route is three miles long when allowing time for your visit.
Special Events & Promotions
- The displays are expanded and new experiences are offered this year.
- The YLNI Holiday Market runs Fridays and Saturdays from November 27 to December 19, and Sunday through Wednesday from December 20 to 23.
- A Fort Wayne Light Fest ticket covers admission to all three holiday events at a saving compared with separate tickets.
Links & Contact
Run by Blue Jacket Inc.
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
Who is the drive-through suitable for?
The event welcomes families and friends, and visitors stay in their vehicles for the three-mile light-show route.
What should I tune my car radio to?
Tune to 91.7 FM for event information and holiday music.
Is food or drink available?
Free hot cocoa is included during the visit.
Can I visit the holiday market during the drive-through event?
The YLNI Holiday Market at Fantasy of Lights runs on listed Fridays and Saturdays from November 27 to December 19, and Sunday through Wednesday from December 20 to 23.
Can I buy tickets online?
Yes. Tickets can be purchased online, and the event app can store and share tickets and provide an interactive map and updates.
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