Prairie Lights at Joe Pool Lake in Grand Prairie, Texas
The 2011 Prairie Lights Christmas show begins Thanksgiving night, at Lynn Creek Park in the city of Grand Prairie. There will be more than 4 million lights with an all new redesigned show for the 2011 holiday season. The tour is a 2 mile drive past more than 600 colorful displays. They include all of the sights you would expect in a Christmas light show - Santa, reindeer, candy canes, elves, and much, much more. Hanukkah and Kwanza light displays are also featured as part of the show.
This page includes all you need to know about one of the top Christmas light shows in the US: the days and hours the drive is open, the cost, what you can expect to find in the park (Holiday Village, more details). You can also find directions to Lynn Creek Park.
Visit Lynn Creek Park, enjoy the light show and have a Happy Holiday season!
Hours
Thanksgiving night, Nov. 24th, through New Year's Eve, Dec. 31.
Sunday through Thursday - 6 to 9 PM
Friday, Saturday and Holidays ( Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve) - 6 to 10 PM
Fees
There is a fee for entering the park (driving through the light show) and at Holiday Village for: the two shows, taking pictures with Santa and concessions. Credit Cards are accepted.
Cars - up to eight people
Monday through Thursday - $20 per car
Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays - (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve) - $30 per car
Other Vehicles
Monday through Thursday - Limos, $50; 9-30 person bus or shuttle, $45; Commercial bus, $75
Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays - (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve) - Limos, $55; 9-30 person bus or shuttle, $50; Commercial bus, $80
Holiday Village Shows
Holiday Laser Show - Adults, $5; Children $3
Walk Through Forest -Adults, $5; Children $3
Combination Ticket for both shows -Adults, $7; Children $4
Holiday Village at Prairie Lights
In the middle of the two mile ride you will find Holiday Village. Here you can park your car and take a break from the driving. You can pay to have your picture taken with Santa (through Dec. 23rd), purchase refreshments, take a spin on a carnival ride (for free), and visit the gift shop. You can also buy tickets to attend a Laser Show or to stroll through the lighted forest.
Do you want to enjoy the Christmas Lights in style? Reserve a ride with Heaven on Wheels. Their special Prairie Lights Christmas rates will leave you to enjoy the lights and free you from the hassle of driving!
Prairie Lights Christmas Light Show - Some Quick Facts
How long does it take to drive through the Prairie Lights Christmas Show?
If there was no traffic and you slowly made your way through the lights, it would take about 45 minutes. A stop at the Holiday Village would add to the time. A reasonable estimate would be to allow yourself an hour and a half, including stopping at Holiday Village. Be prepared for your visit to take a lot longer when there is a lot of traffic, close to Christmas, on weekends and on other holidays. It may take you more than 2 or even 3 hours during peak times.
Where is Lynn Creek Park, Joe Pool Lake, and Grand Prairie?
Just south of the metroplex - about a 30 minute drive from downtown Dallas or downtown Fort Worth. Driving directions from your location to Lynn Creek Park are just a mouse click away.
Are there restrooms available?
There are restrooms in the Holiday Village, which is found in the middle of the 2 mile drive.
You can call 972-237-4569 if you have any other questions.
The 30 second Prairie Lights Commercial
This website, http:www.joe-pool-lake.org, is not affiliated with Lynn Creek Park, the City of Grand Prairie, or the Prairie Lights Christmas Show. You can contact Lynn Creek Park management at 817-467-2104 or visit the Grand Prairie Parks and Recreation.