Holiday lights · AR

Christmas lights & holiday events in Arkansas

Arkansas celebrates in the Ozark hills and the Ouachita Mountains, where small-town squares and wooded gardens put on surprisingly big light shows.

Lights of the Ozarks

Downtown lights Fayetteville, AR

Fayetteville's historic downtown square is wrapped in more than half a million LED lights, covering trees, buildings and walkways. A lighting night kicks off the season, and the display has been recognized among the best public holiday lights in the country.

Visiting: Free and lit nightly from late November through New Year's Day; weeknights are usually less crowded.Official site →

Holiday Lights at Garvan Woodland Gardens

Botanical garden lights Hot Springs, AR

The University of Arkansas's woodland garden on Lake Hamilton is transformed with millions of lights draped over trees, bridges and waterfalls. The hilly forest setting makes it one of the most scenic holiday walks in the South.

Visiting: Runs on most evenings from mid-November through December; buy tickets online in advance.Official site →

Seasons, hours, tickets and prices change every year — always check the official site before you go.

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