Drive Into the Season at The Light Show NWA

The Light Show NWA is back at the Washington County Fairgrounds for another season of drive-through holiday displays. Stay in your car and roll through at your own pace.

THE DEETS

📅 November 21 – December 31, 2025
📍 Washington County Fairgrounds, 2463 N McConnell Ave, Fayetteville
⏰ Sunday-Thursday 5:30-10pm, Friday-Saturday 5:30-10:30pm
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What You’ll See Behind the Wheel

Tune your radio to the designated station and watch as the lights dance in sync with festive music. The soundtrack includes everything from classic carols to contemporary holiday hits. The displays shift annually, so return visitors will find new installations and designs each season.

Each section of the route features different themes, from winter wonderlands to animated characters. The whole experience takes about 20-30 minutes depending on traffic, making it an easy evening out.

Making the Most of Your Visit

Head out on a weeknight if you want shorter wait times, as weekends can get busy, especially closer to Christmas. Grab some hot chocolate before you go and make it a proper outing, or turn it into a longer evening by hitting up one of Fayetteville’s downtown restaurants before or after your drive.

Running through New Year’s Eve, The Light Show gives you plenty of chances to visit throughout the season. Some families make it an annual tradition to go multiple times, catching the displays at the beginning of the holiday season and again right before it closes.