Best Drive Thru Christmas Lights in Ohio

WonderLight’s Christmas Show at Hartford Fairgrounds

Wonderlight’s Christmas central Ohio’s largest Christmas drive-through light show! Once you arrive, you will see over 1 million LED lights synchronized to traditional and newer, rocking Christmas music played through your car stereo. Pack your vehicle full of friends and family to enjoy the show and begin a new Christmas tradition with them during this CRAZY holiday season!

Where is Wonderlight’s Christmas?

Hartford Fairgrounds

14028 Fairgrounds Road

Hartford, OH 43013

How long do the drive-thru lights run?

November 11, 2020 – January 1, 2023

5:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M.

​OPEN RAIN, SHINE, OR SNOW!

How much does it cost to do the drive-thru?

Carload Special 

ONLY $30.00!

(up to 7 passengers)

This year they are proudly supporting The Salvation Army.

Can’t make it to the drive-thru but want to donate? You can do that here —-> Donate to the Salvation Army.

Website: Wonderlight’s Christmas

Ashtabula County’s Lights on the Lake

Go experience over 70 displays in Lakeshore Park, where you will drive through the rolling hills and along the beautiful Lake Erie shores. This holiday light attraction has some shows “as big as a truck,” which is great for creating family memories and holiday fun. We recommend you make Ashtabula County’s Lights on the Lake an annual family tradition. 

Where are Ashtabula’s Christmas lights drive-thru?

Lakeshore Park

1700 East 1st Street

Ashtabula, OH 44004

What are the dates and times of the drive-thru?

November 25 thru December 31, 2022

6:00pm – 9:00pm

——Special Days and Hours——

Dec. 24th and 25th.   6:00pm – 8:00pm

Dec. 31st 6:00pm – 8:00pm

​What does it cost to drive-thru?

Suggested Donation

$5 per Car or Van

Buses – $1 per person

Mini Buses – $20

Website: Lights on the Lake

Upper’s Winter Fantasy of Lights  Upper Sandusky, Ohio

“Since 1997, Harrison Smith Park, just east of downtown Upper Sandusky, has been transformed into a fabulous light show for the month of December. Through the volunteer efforts of many individuals, organizations, and businesses, the 33 acres of the park are ablaze with millions of lights and a myriad of unique light displays along the drive through the park.” via the website

A donation per car is requested: and this year’s proceeds benefit the Wyandot County Food Pantries.

Where are the Upper Winter’s Lights located?

Harrison Smith Park
525 East Wyandot Ave.
Upper Sandusky, Ohio 43351

When are the lights running?

December 1^st – 30^th, 2022

Friday, Saturday & Sunday 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Monday – Thursday 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

How much does it cost?

Holiday in Lights at Armco Park

Holiday in Lights is a family-friendly drive-thru outdoor light display at Armco Park, part of the Warren County parks, and is enjoyed from the comfort of your car. (Perfect for this year!) Holiday in Lights is created with over 1 million lights and over 250 light displays, making this a wonderful evening taking in the delightful exhibits. Your journey through this drive-thru will take you on a festive drive through these perfectly placed Christmas lights.

This Christmas drive is the only one with special effect glasses! Grab a pair before you start your drive. ($2.00 a piece or 3 for $5.00)

Where are the lights?

1223 OH-741

Lebanon, Ohio

When do the lights start, and the hours?

Open nightly from Saturday, November 19th through December 30th , 2022 (check the website for closed dates)

Hours of Operations:

6 PM-9 PM Sunday-Thursday

5:30 PM-10 PM Friday & Saturday

How much does it cost? Need a coupon? Click here ——>Holiday in Lights Coupon

Admission is $15 per vehicle

$45 for buses and 15-passenger vans

They accept all major credit cards! You can also pre-buy your ticket this year!

NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED THIS YEAR.

Website: Holiday in Lights

Butch Bandos Fantasy of Lights

I admit I am a bit partial to this fantastic Ohio Christmas lights drive-thru. This one is located in the beautiful Alum Creek State Park and offers so many incredible displays! Alum Creek State Park Campground is transformed into a wonderland of lights, Christmas music, and family fun, starting on November 19th! This captivating holiday light show drive-thru will become a family tradition once you’ve experienced the Christmas joy.

This year Mrs. Clause will be here to help you get your letter to Santa. This socially distanced opportunity will make your gift-giving easy! If you add your email address to the letter, Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights will send you the list so “Santa” can get what the kiddies are asking for.

Where is Butch Bandos Fantasy of Lights located?

Alum Creek State Park Campgrounds at
3311 South Old State Road
Delaware, OH 43015

What are the dates and the hours?

November 18th- January 1st, 2023

Sunday-Thursday 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
(ticket booths close at 9:00 pm)
Friday and Saturday 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm
(ticket booths close at 10:00pm)

How much does it cost?

Do you want a coupon code? Use ADVENTURE for $5.00 off!!

Cars/Minivans/SUV’s

Monday-Thursday $20.00

Friday-Sunday $30.00

2020 Benefits: Show benefiting A Kid Again and Recreation Unlimited 

Can’t make the show but want to donate? Click the links here —-> A Kid Again or Recreation Unlimited

Website: Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights

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