Clifton Mill Christmas Lights 2026
Dates checked 4 Nov 2026
For close to 40 years the historic Clifton Mill has lit the mill, the river gorge, its banks and bridges with more than 5 million lights, including a 100-foot waterfall of lights and a Santa's workshop. It is one of Ohio's best-known light displays, between Dayton and Columbus.
| Dates | November 27 to December 30, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Open Days | Every night of its run |
| Hours | Every night 5 pm to 9 pm Gates open at 5 pm and the lights come on at 6 pm; gates close at 9 pm. Closes at 8 pm on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. |
| Tickets | Ticket needed. $15 per person aged 4 and over; children 3 and under free (2026) |
| Type | Light show at an attraction |
| Length | More than 5 million lights |
| Where | Historic Clifton Mill and the Little Miami River gorge, about 30 miles east of Dayton, 75 Water St, Clifton, OH 45316 |
| Parking | Parking is free. |
Checked on Historic Clifton Mill, November 4, 2026. Buy tickets from the organizer's own site.
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Questions About Clifton Mill Christmas Lights
When is Clifton Mill Christmas Lights open in 2026?
November 27 to December 30, 2026. Hours: Every night 5 pm to 9 pm.
How much are tickets for Clifton Mill Christmas Lights?
Ticket needed. $15 per person aged 4 and over; children 3 and under free (2026). Prices as published by the organizer for 2026.
Is Clifton Mill Christmas Lights a drive-through?
No: it is a light show at an attraction that you see on foot.