Lake Lanier Christmas Lights 2026
Dates checked 4 Nov 2026
A long-running drive through miles of animated light displays at Lanier Islands Resort, priced per car, with a snow-tubing park and Santa at the end of the route as extras. It runs nightly, holidays included.
| Dates | November 20, 2026 to January 3, 2027 |
|---|---|
| Open Days | Every night of its run |
| Hours | Every night 5 pm to 10 pm Open every night, holidays included. Busiest from just after sunset to 8:30 pm. |
| Tickets | Ticket needed. Priced per vehicle and by date; shuttles of 11-20 passengers $100, buses over 20 $250; parking included |
| Type | Drive-through light show |
| Where | Lanier Islands Resort on Lake Lanier, about 45 minutes north of Atlanta, 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford, GA 30518 |
| Dogs | Pets may ride in your vehicle on the drive, but not in the snow park or restaurants. |
Checked on Lanier Islands Resort, November 4, 2026. Buy tickets from the organizer's own site.
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Questions About Lake Lanier Christmas Lights
When is Lake Lanier Christmas Lights open in 2026?
November 20, 2026 to January 3, 2027. Hours: Every night 5 pm to 10 pm.
How much are tickets for Lake Lanier Christmas Lights?
Ticket needed. Priced per vehicle and by date; shuttles of 11-20 passengers $100, buses over 20 $250; parking included. Prices as published by the organizer for 2026.
Is Lake Lanier Christmas Lights a drive-through?
Yes: you stay in your car and drive the route.