Winter Lights Drive 2026 at Seneca Creek State Park – Gaithersburg, MD

ADVANCE TICKET PURCHASE IS REQUIRED FOR GUARANTEED ENTRY

ONLY ONE TICKET IS NEEDED PER VEHICLE

Ticket valid on selected date only.

Weekday Tickets: $15 online, $20 at the door (subject to availability).

Weekend Tickets: $25 online, $30 at the door (subject to availability).

15+ Passenger Vehicle Tickets: $35 - good any day. Vehicle height must be 13ft or less.

For bulk purchases of more than 30 tickets, or any other ticket inquiries, email winterlights@gaithersburgmd.gov. Please allow 72 hours for a response.

All ticket sales are final and nonrefundable.

Event Times: Open nightly November 27 through December 31 (closed 12/25)

Sunday - Thursday: Opens 6 PM, Last Entry 9 PM

Friday & Saturday: Opens 6 PM, Last Entry 10 PM

Attend any time between opening and closing on your date.

Expect increased wait times on Saturdays, and Dec. 19 - 26.

Event Description:

The 3.5 mile drive through the enchanted setting of Seneca Creek State Park takes you past more than 450 illuminated displays and beautifully lit trees that light up the night. Themed areas include Winter Woods, Toyland, the Enchanted Forest, and much more. The park is located at 11950 Clopper Road in Gaithersburg, easily accessible from I-270.

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