Can’t-miss holiday light displays in Delaware, Philly region

‘Tis the season for holiday light shows, a favorite tradition amongst many who celebrate.

Holiday light shows and displays are taking place across Delaware and the Philadelphia region this holiday season, so don’t miss out.

Here are some of the holiday shows, and where to enjoy the festive magic this year.

Dover Motor Speedway Gift of Lights

The Dover Motor Speedway is hosting a drive-thru holiday light show this year to celebrate, priced for one carload at one price: $35 per car and $60 per bus or limo.

1229 Persimmon Tree , Dover. Nov. 23 to Dec. 16, Sundays to Thursdays from 5 to 9 p.m., and Fridays and Saturdays from 5 to 10 p.m. Dec. 17 to 31, from 5 to 10 p.m. daily. (800) 788-9627 or giftoflightsdover.com

Lewes Lights

Every year, houses and businesses in Lewes east of Route 1 are able to participate in a light display for a community event otherwise known as Lewes Lights. The outcome is a self-guided tour of light displays, where thousands come to see every year.

The event begins Dec. 1, and runs until Dec. 31. East of Rt. 1, maps can be found on Lewes Lights social media once confirmed. To find more information, or to register your house or business for the event, visit https://www.leweslights.org.

Schellville Enchanted Winter Celebration

The Schell Brothers are hosting their annual Schellville Enchanted Winter Celebration in Rehoboth Beach through Dec. 31.

Live music, train rides and skating are only the tip of the iceberg of activities featured. And, the best part is that admission is free. Reservations are recommended, however.

The celebration is closed on holidays: Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Christmas Eve and Christmas.

36470 Seaside Outlet Drive Rehoboth Beach. Daily 5 to 9 p.m. (early bird hours: 1 to 4 p.m. reserved for seniors and small children.)More information, along with reservation making, can be found at schellbrothers.com/promotions/schellville/.

Holiday Lights Express

For those interested in a unique holiday light experience this season, the Holiday Lights Express offers festively decorated heated trains for a one hour evening trip in the Red Clay Valley. The Wilmington & Western Railroad also offers Santa Claus train rides on the Santa Claus Express.

Reservations are required, and the train company offers departure times at 5, 6:30 and 8 p.m. from Dec. 6 to Dec. 30.

2201 Newport Gap Pike (Route 41 North) Wilmington. 302-998-1930 or wwrr.com/ride/events/holiday-lights.aspx for fares.

A Longwood Christmas

Through Jan. 7, Longwood Gardens will host its annual holiday lights display, with this year’s theme being “A Very Retro Christmas.”

Nostalgic toys, throwback themes and more are expected to be a part of the display in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.

The gardens are open daily from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., with timed admission tickets required.

1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. (610) 388-1000 or longwoodgardens.org/gardens/our-seasons/longwood-christmas for ticket prices and reservations.

Tinseltown Holiday Spectacular

FDR Park is hosting a 9-acre light display with over two million lights, running until Jan. 1.

Attractions include an ice trail, ice slide, union forge lodge, Mrs. Claus reading room and more.

1900 Pattison Ave., Philadelphia. Hours vary, and tickets can be found at tinseltownholiday.com/tickets.

Macy’s Christmas Light Show

From Nov. 24 to Dec. 31, the annual Philly tradition is coming back to Macys in Center City, with a free daily light shows, Dickens Village and more.

1300 Market St., Philadelphia. Hours: Monday-Saturday: 10:30 a.m., noon, 2, 4 and 6 p.m., Sunday: noon, 2 and 4 p.m. (215) 241-9000 or macys.com/s/holiday-celebrations/philadelphia/.

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