Fairgrounds Festival of Lights

What makes this event special

More than 70 light displays and festive tunnels, with Santa and walk-through attractions on full-experience nights. This is a holiday spectacular experience in Hamburg, New York, with a published program for families.

What families can expect

• The Fairgrounds Festival of Lights features more than 70 illuminated displays and tunnels.
• Certain nights emphasize a drive-through experience while others include added walk-through programming.
• Santa activities and festive attractions depend on the selected visit format.

Date, venue and practical planning

When: Nov 27, 2026 – Dec 30, 2026. Where: Erie County Fairgrounds, Hamburg. Admission: Paid per vehicle. Suggested audience: All ages.

Selected nights November 27–December 30; check which attractions are included on the chosen night.

A parent-friendly way to enjoy it

Choose the appropriate ticket type first so children know whether they will stay in the car or explore on foot.

Before booking or traveling

Select nights November 27–December 30; drive-through and full-experience nights differ. Event programs, timed entries and availability can change. The event organizer's page is the source of truth for admission, current opening times and accessibility details. This guide was researched on 2026-10-29.

Explore the area

Make the most of the outing with more things to do with kids in Western New York, or browse the New York kids events calendar for other dates.