Christmas Nights of Lights Returns to the Indiana State Fairgrounds for 2026

INDIANAPOLIS — The holiday season is shining brighter than ever at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center with the return of Christmas Nights of Lights, presented by Fifth Third Bank. Running from November 6 through December 31, 2026, the annual drive-through experience invites families to enjoy more than one million LED lights synchronized to holiday music from the warmth of their vehicles.

Event Highlights

• The Experience: A 2.1-mile route featuring colorful light tunnels, larger-than-life holiday scenes, and a brand-new display: the Hoosier Lottery Grandstand lit up with 300 colorful gum drops.
• Dates: November 6 – December 31, 2026
• Hours: Nightly time slots from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., with extended weekend availability.
• Location & Entrance: Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center, Gate 3 (1698 E. 42nd Street).
• Tickets: Advance online reservations are required. Secure your spot at www.christmasnightsoflights.com. (Pets are welcome but must remain inside vehicles at all times).

Give Back While You Celebrate

Christmas Nights of Lights is continuing its tradition of supporting Central Indiana nonprofits. During the first two weeks of the show (November 6–22), guests who use a participating charity partner promo code will receive discounted admission, while a portion of ticket proceeds directly benefits that organization.

2026 Charitable Partners & Promo Codes:

• Mozel Sanders Foundation | MOZEL26
• Brooke’s Place | BROOKES26
• WRTV Toy Drive | WRTV26
• Salvation Army | SALARMY26
• Muscular Dystrophy Family Foundation | MDFF26
• National Ovarian Cancer Coalition | NOCC26
• Special Olympics | OLYMPICS26
• Shepherd Community Center | SHEPHERD26
• A Kid Again | AKIDAGAIN26
• Gleaners Food Bank | GLEANERS26
• Second Helpings | SECHELP26
• The Parks Alliance | PARKALL26
• Riley Children’s Foundation | RILEY26
• Indianapolis Indians Charities | INDIANS26

Tickets are on sale now. Visitors are encouraged to purchase early—especially for weekends and dates leading up to Christmas—to secure their preferred time slot and support a great local cause.