Lights of the Ozarks Nov 22 - Jan 1
  • Event date: 2025-01-01
  • 2024 Season

2024 Season

The most treasured celebration of holiday lights in Northwest Arkansas, Lights of the Ozarks, will return to Fayetteville's Historic Downtown Square for the season!

Make your plans now to celebrate with Experience Fayetteville under the amazing winter wonderland of lights at the Lights of the Ozarks!

Lights of the Ozarks kicks off on the Friday before Thanksgiving, Friday, November 22, with an energetic countdown and ceremonial flip of the giant switch at 6:00 p.m. followed by live music and merriment.

The Lights of the Ozarks Parade will wind through downtown Fayetteville on Thursday, December 5 starting at 6:30 p.m.

The lights are free and open to the public every night of the week until 1:00am through the end of December. Bundle up your people and bring them to Fayetteville for a little holiday magic -- we'll see you at Lights of the Ozarks!

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Historic Downtown Square | Fayetteville, Arkansas

Light Night:

Friday, November 22nd, 6:00pm

Lights of the Ozarks Parade:

Thursday, December 5th, 6:30pm

Shining Brightly Nightly:

Daily from 5:00pm until 1:00am

Lights Out & Goodnight:

Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at 1:00am

Lights of the Ozarks FAQs:

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