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Mesquite
Samuell Farm 100 US-80 Mesquite, TX 75149
Frequently Asked Questions
The Light Park is a holiday light show with millions of lights synced to holiday music, offered as a drive-thru in Texas and Oklahoma and as a walk-thru in Georgia. Drive-thru guests tune their car radio to the show's station and cruise a mile-long route, while the Gwinnett Field walk-thru lets families explore the lights on foot. Snacks, drinks and light-up wands are sold on site.
The Light Park Mesquite is held at Samuell Farm, 100 US-80, Mesquite, TX 75149, right off U.S. Highway 80 on the east side of the Dallas area. It is a close option for families in Mesquite, Garland, Balch Springs, Forney, Sunnyvale and east Dallas. Use the Get Directions link on this page to find the entrance.
The Light Park Mesquite at Samuell Farm runs nightly from November 6, 2026 through January 3, 2027. Gates open at 5:30 pm and close at 10 pm on most nights, with 11 pm closings on peak nights such as Thanksgiving weekend, Fridays and Saturdays in December, and December 20 through 26. Check the Hours & Dates page for a specific night.
Drive-thru tickets at The Light Park are priced per vehicle, not per person, so one ticket covers everyone in the car. Pre-sale tickets are $29.99 from now until November 5, 2026. During the season, online prices range from $29.99 to $49.99 per vehicle depending on the night, with weeknights costing less than weekends and the week of Christmas. The gate price is $60.
A weeknight visit usually takes about 30 to 40 minutes, including the line, since Monday through Thursday waits are typically under five minutes. On weekends and Thanksgiving or Christmas weeks, plan on 60 to 90 minutes. The route itself is about a mile long at roughly 3 mph, and Fridays and Sundays often have 30 to 45 minute lines.
Yes, The Light Park's drive-thru parks are pet friendly, and dogs are welcome as long as they stay inside the vehicle for the whole visit. Pets cannot be left unattended in a vehicle.
Yes, The Light Park's drive-thru shows are open rain or shine, and you stay dry in your car the whole time. The park may close for severe weather or safety reasons, and if a show night is cancelled, ticket holders are notified by email.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays are by far our least busy days, WAIT TIMES are usually less than 5 minutes those days AND tickets are less expensive these days!
Fridays and Sundays, WAIT TIMES are usually 30-45 minutes!
PRO TIP: Even for our busiest of days, come before 6:30 for shortest wait times.


Beautiful!! We all had such a good time.

Whaaat, this was so beautiful! How magical!



My grandson was in AWE.

10/10. so much fun!

Fun By The Carload
One Ticket - One Car
Millions of Lights
DJ Polar Ice On the Decks
Open 7 Days-a-week
Festive Food & Drink
Pet Friendly
How It Works...
ENJOY THE MAGIC FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR CAR.

Step 1: Join The Line
Wait times vary by day. Hint:* Weekdays are less crowded.

Step 2: Present Tickets Inside the Tent
Tickets can be purchased on-site, but we strongly recommend buying online.

Step 3: Stock Up Before The Show
We offer snacks, drinks, light wands, and magic glasses for purchase.

Step 4: Turn Off Headlights, Turn On Radio
After exiting the tent, be sure to turn off your headlights and tune into the radio station provided on-site.

Step 5: Let’s Glow & Enjoy The Show
Cruise along at 3 MPH along the mile-long route. Time in the park depends on traffic.

Step 6: Shine Safely Home
There is a re-buckling area as you exit the show, and remember to turn your headlights back on.
Hear from our Guests
A magical experience for the whole family!

“The music with the lights was awesome! We were all singing along. Definitely a great memory made."

“We will be making this a tradition. Kids loved the popcorn, light up wands and the light up lemonade.”

“Went here a couple weeks ago and it was EVERYTHING! I enjoyed it more than my kids.”

“saw the lights tonight, wow!!! Thank you to all the staff for being so friendly and making this event so festive and beautiful.”
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