The Branson area’s most time-honored drive-through Christmas light tradition since 1989, will delight families again at The Shepherd of the Hills Inspiration Tower.
Now in its 35th year, The Trail of Lights features thousands of Christmas lights and displays along a mile-and-a-half long drive-through trail. The trail is crafted by a team of over 30 designers who create and assemble hundreds of unique themed displays. Each year, new displays and animated installations are added to give those who attend each year something to look forward to.
“What makes The Trail of Lights such a special Christmas event, is that guests navigate their way through the magical wooded valleys and hilltops of the Ozark Mountains,” said Ty Lewis, assistant general manager of Shepherd of the Hills. “The way the lights reflect off the forest canopy really adds another element and sense of discovery around every bend! Also, new this year, we will open the Copperhead Mountain Coaster well into the evening on Fridays and Saturdays, giving more options for families to play together before or after their time on the Trail of Lights.”
Operating hours are dusk to 10 p.m. Sunday – Thursday and dusk to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. On January 4, The Trail of Lights closes for the season at 9 p.m. The drive-through is a separate attraction from the North Pole Adventure.
Tickets can be purchased both in advance online and at the gate using cash or credit card. All ticket purchases require guests to enter at the vehicle que line entrance located at the Inspiration Tower, 6021 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson.