Nov. 15, 2026 - Jan. 3, 2027
Fantasy In Lights
A beloved Christmas tradition shines even brighter this holiday season! Enjoy a festive journey along 18 themed scenes on the classic seven-mile drive in your own car. Experience the Callaway Christmas Village, where you’ll find Santa & friends, the 40-foot Tree of Traditions Pixel Pine, and a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, oversized ornaments, and more! Don’t miss this chance to explore 2,500 acres and over 10 million plus lights of holiday cheer during Fantasy In Lights Powered By Georgia Power!
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Christmas in July Ticket Sale
Enjoy a festive trolley ride along the classic seven-mile light show, the Callaway Christmas Village where you can meet Santa and friends, the 40-foot Tree of Traditions Pixel Pine, and a winter wonderland filled with tons of holiday cheer!
Tickets are valid only for the selected date and timeslot at purchase. Requests to change dates or times are subject to availability. If Christmas In July pricing is unavailable for the newly selected date or time, guests will be responsible for paying the difference between the Christmas In July ticket price and the current ticket price.
Offer cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts.
Limited quantities of $19.99 tickets are available for each timeslot on November 20 – 22, 27– 29 & December 4 – 6,11 – 13, 18 – 26. Once promotional inventory sells out, tickets will return to regular pricing.
Christmas in July Early Saver Package
The Christmas in July Early Saver Stay Package gives you up to 25% off your room rate for the upcoming 2026 season of Christmas at Callaway, featuring Fantasy in Lights. As part of your stay, you will receive a commemorative ornament and tickets to Fantasy in Lights for each registered guest.
Bike Nights at Fantasy in Lights
Experience the magic of Fantasy In Lights in a unique way – on two wheels! Bike Night is a special, bicycle-only evening on November 13 & 14 where you can pedal through the dazzling light and sound show.
Ways To Experience Fantasy In Lights
Access to the Callaway Christmas Village and other walk-through activations are included with your ticket!
Callaway Christmas Village
Step inside the Christmas Market for some extra holiday cheer! Stop for a steaming cup of hot chocolate, some seasonal shopping, and maybe even a meet-and-greet with classic characters.
Meet Santa
Meet Santa at Callaway Resort & Gardens during Fantasy In Lights for a magical holiday experience, perfect for capturing festive family memories with the jolly man himself!
Sweet Treats
Warm up with s'mores and hot chocolate during Fantasy In Lights, the perfect treat to enjoy while taking in the festive holiday atmosphere!
Tree of Traditions
A 40-foot Pixel Pine Tree, lighting up winter nights in the Callaway Christmas Village with dazzling displays and music
Winter Wonderland Walkthrough
Experience the magic of our Winter Wonderland Walkthrough at Fantasy In Lights, where shimmering snowflakes and festive lights create a winter wonderland featuring a lighted tunnel and 10 mini scenes.
See and Hear the Dazzling Symphony of Color & Music with our Brand-New Song of the Trees Display
Feel the harmony of nature and light in our breathtaking new scene – Song of the Trees. Watch as towering trees come alive in a dazzling symphony of color and music, creating a spellbinding journey through a glowing forest that sings with holiday spirit.
Fantasy In Lights Pink Jeep Adventure Tours
Climb aboard for a festive adventure as you journey through 10 million twinkling lights, surrounded by the magic of the season. With holiday music filling the air and dazzling displays all around, it’s the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit!
Add Extra Sparkle to Your Fantasy in Lights Experience with a Pink Jeep Adventure and book your tour today!
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Let our app be your festival guide! Download the official Callaway Resort & Gardens app to explore festival happenings, see the most up-to-date hours, find dining locations, navigate the gardens and more!
Fantasy in Lights: #3 FORBES Top Pick for 2024!
Callaway Gardens’ Fantasy in Lights has been ranked #3 on Forbes' list of 7 Spectacular Christmas Light Displays That Offer Holiday Magic 2024! Recognized for its breathtaking displays, millions of twinkling lights, and festive charm, Fantasy in Lights continues to spread holiday joy and create unforgettable memories for all ages. Don’t miss your chance to experience one of the nation’s top Christmas light shows this season!
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#4 Winner Best Holiday Light Show 2026 - NEWSWEEK'S Readers' Choice Award
Newsweek's Readers’ Choice Awards voted Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Resort & Gardens the #4 Winner in Best Holiday Light Show 2026. With over 10 million twinkling lights and ALL-New Song of the Trees Scene, Fantasy in Lights remains one of the beloved holiday traditions for families and generations – creating merry memories worth repeating.
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USA TODAY #10 best US hotels that go all-out for Christmas and the holidays
With more than 10 million twinkling lights shining bight and the all-new Song of the Trees scene blending light and music, Callaway Resort & Gardens beloved Fantasy in Lights holiday event earned the #10 spot on USA TODAY'S 14 Best US Hotels That Go All-Out for Christmas and the Holidays.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fantasy in Lights is a dazzling light and sound spectacle that has been a cherished Christmas tradition for over 30 years. Inspired by Virginia Callaway's love of Christmas lights, it began as a simple drive-through experience in 1992 with just five lighted scenes. Today, it features 18 scenes, including two at Robin Lake Beach, many of which are animated and set to music. With more than 10 million lights, enough to cover over 26,000 Christmas trees or stretch 731 miles, the display has grown into one of the largest holiday light shows in the world. The drive-through experience spans approximately seven miles and takes at least 45 minutes to complete.
No! There is also a walkthrough experience, the Callaway Christmas Village. Walk through a forest of twinkling lights, gigantic snowflakes and larger-than-life ornaments enchant your whole family. Stroll through a forest of picture-perfect trees on Christmas Tree Lane and stop for hot chocolate, seasonal shopping, and meet and greets with Santa at the Christmas Market!
See HERE for prices for adults and children ages 4-12. Children younger than 3 are admitted free and are not required to have a ticket.
Tickets are nonrefundable due to weather conditions or any other reason. In the event of rain, Trolley ticket holders who do not wish to ride the Trolley do not have to exchange their tickets to drive through in their car, they just need to get in line at the queue lot.
Tickets are valid only for the day and time slot for which they were purchased. Guests may exchange tickets for another day or a time slot based on availability at the time changes are made. This must be done before arrival by calling by calling 1.800.CALLAWAY (225.5292), or visiting the information center.
Guests can enter Trolley Loading or the queue lot for personal vehicles any time during their hour time slot. For example, a ticket holder with a 6 p.m. Trolley time must be in line before 7 p.m. Guests who miss their designated time slot must go to Will Call and exchange their tickets either for the next available time slot or for another date.
Yes. Fantasy In Lights tickets include a one-day admission to Callaway Gardens anytime through January 4, 2026.
Guests who are driving their vehicles through Fantasy In Lights may have pets in the vehicle with them. However, pets are not permitted in the Christmas Village or anywhere else in the Robin Lake Beach area.
There will be one at the Robin's Nest, one in Queue Lot, and one by Trolley Loading.
Only trained service animals, defined by the ADA as dogs and miniature horses, are allowed inside buildings, on the sidewalk and beach at Robin Lake Beach, and on Trolleys. Comfort animals, emotional support animals, and therapy animals are not considered service animals and are not permitted in these areas. Service animals must be under the owner’s control, leashed or harnessed, and housebroken. Fantasy In Lights allows service animals on the Jolly Trolley under these conditions. However, they are not allowed in public swimming venues or within 4 ft of the water on wet decks, as per Georgia State Pool Regulations. Owners are responsible for waste disposal. For detailed ADA regulations on service animals, visit https://www.ada.gov/regs2010/service_animal_qa.html.
- A shuttle from The Lodge & Spa and Cottages will run continuously from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. during Fantasy In Lights from November 15 to December 31.
- Overnight check in begins at 4 p.m. If you arrive early, you can do a pre-check in and enjoy the Gardens until check in time.
- Overnight check out is at 11 a.m.
- For more overnight policies, visit https://www.callawaygardens.com/Policies