The Largest Holiday Light Show In The Tri-State Area Is At Ohio’s Christmas Cruise Thru

'Tis the season for piling into the car with the family, cranking up the Christmas music, and driving through colorful displays that light up the night. Christmas Cruise Thru in Hicksville, Ohio transforms the Defiance County Fairgrounds into the largest holiday light show in Ohio (and the tri-state area) during the holiday season. Here's why this is one of the best holiday lights in Ohio that belongs on your holiday bucket list:

Welcome to the Christmas Cruise Thru, a magical drive-thru show of Ohio holiday lights that features more than 2.5 miles of outdoor displays and 3 million lights.

You'll find it along South Main Street in Hicksville, Ohio at the Defiance County Fairgrounds.

Along your journey, you'll pass through several light tunnels that make the show especially fun.

Note: Admission to this enchanting light show is a Goodwill monetary donation.

The Christmas Cruise Thru runs nightly from Nov. 20, 2023, through Dec. 24, 2023, and shows are from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

On select nights, there are also carriage rides, visits with Santa, live entertainment, indoor crafters, and so much more. Additionally, an ice skating rink will be open on Thursdays through Sundays from 6 p.m. until 9. p.m. between the dates Nov. 23 and Dec. 23, 2023.

Here, you'll see some pretty unique displays, such as illuminated tractors...

There's even a fireworks display in the middle of the track that will take place on the second Sunday in December.

...and sparkling carnival rides. Kids will especially love pointing out the whimsical scenes.

For more information about this year's display, you can call 419-542-9000 or visit the Christmas Cruise Thru website. This event is held at 530 South Main Street in Hicksville, Ohio.

It's the picture-perfect way to embrace the magic of the season with loved ones.

To stay up to date on hours of operation and special events, follow Christmas Cruise Thru on Facebook.

Take a look at this video of a previous year's Christmas Cruise Thru by @Durang0318:

Have you ever been to the Christmas Cruise Thru, the largest holiday light show in Ohio, before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

For more great holiday light displays in Ohio, check out our previous article: The Enchanting 2-Mile WonderLight’s Christmas In Ohio Holiday Drive-Thru Is Sure To Delight.

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