Holiday Lights Challenge 2025
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A spectacular seasonal reimagination of Science Central's iconic illuminated smokestacks. Viewable nightly from the parking lot and nearby North Clinton Street, the landmark's smokestacks are adorned in whimsy, creating a dazzling new tradition for the Fort Wayne skyline.
Wednesday, November 26, 5:00-8:00 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving Day
Thursdays & Fridays, November 28-December 19, 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Experience the magic of the gardens aglow during the $1-Night Light Display! The eve before Thanksgiving, kick off the holiday season with a stroll through the Botanical Conservatory, where indoor gardens glisten and glow with festive greenery, vibrant poinsettias and illuminated photo ops. During this special four-week display, enjoy multiple visits with family and friends, treat yourself at Café Flora and find unique gifts in the Conservatory Shop. Garden admission is just $1.
Step back in time and enjoy the charm of classic holiday window displays, featuring timeless decorations.
Experience the Wonder at Fantasy of Lights in Franke Park!
Drive through over 200 enchanting light displays and be captivated by a section of synchronized lights to holiday music. Download the official Fantasy of Lights app for seamless ticket purchases and real-time wait-time updates. Don’t miss the enchanting Christmas Village, where you can enjoy a complimentary cup of hot chocolate, write letters to Santa, shop with local vendors, and lots of photo taking opportunities!
Ticket Prices:
$20 per car | $40 for vans | $80 for buses or trolleys
Bonus: While you're here, take a stroll through the nearby Wild Lights at the Fort Wayne Zoo to continue the festive fun! Please note: Tickets for Wild Lights are sold separately.
Join us for a season of lights, laughter, and lasting memories—two unforgettable experiences in one magical location!
Enjoy this annual walk-through holiday showcase featuring fabulous holiday light displays celebrating the community at Riverside Gardens Park.
Capture the magic of the season at Jefferson Pointe — visit the beautiful holiday tree and snap a festive family photo! November 10th-December 31st.
Join New Haven’s annual Holiday Homecoming on November 22, 5–8 pm, to kick off the holiday season! The city lights up downtown with Christmas lights and a tree. Enjoy free prize giveaways from local businesses, hot chocolate, and a chance to share your wish list with Santa.
Enjoy a walk-through experience with over 1.5 million lights choreographed to holiday music and much more! Schedule & Ticket Information at TinCaps.com/Lights
Gleaming lights on wintery nights await you this holiday season!
A new family tradition, Wild Lights at the Fort Wayne Zoo begins in Santa’s Cottage, where guests can meet Santa himself. Then journey into the Zoo to walk among a dazzling display of nearly one-million lights, attend a dance party and nightly tree-lighting hosted by Santa’s elves, toast s’mores, ride the Evergreen Express, decorate sugar cookies with festive favorites, and even get nose-to-nose with Santa’s reindeer! Indiana Family Farm, Central Zoo, Coastal Cove, Red Panda Ridge and parts of Australian Adventure will be open for guests to walkabout.
Wild Lights will be open Friday, November 28 to Sunday, January 4 (closed December 24 and 25)
Go to fwzoo.com to learn more and buy tickets.