Here in Minnesota, there are many ways to celebrate the holiday season. Santa visits, Christmas carols, and twinkling lights make the season magical. Among the most popular events are drive-thru light shows. You can find holiday lights drive-through events at Duluth's Bentleyville, at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, and even at ValleyFair. Today, we want to add another light show to the list. Shakopee, Minnesota, is home to a 1/2-mile drive-thru light show that you will love. Here's what you need to know:
Sever's Holiday Lights is a drive-thru light show in Shakopee, Minnesota. It's put on by the same people who do the famous Sever's Corn Maze every fall.
This dazzling light show is a 1/2-mile path through enchanting lights synchronized to music. Simply turn on the radio and enjoy the colorful dance of 1.2 million lights!
The event goes from November to January. It's open 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Tickets are required to enter the event.
Tickets start at $25 per car Sunday through Thursday and $40 per car Friday, Saturday, and Christmas week. There is an extra charge for vehicles with eight-plus occupants. It takes around 40 minutes to go through the event, and cars with tickets can go through as many times as they'd like!
Thursday through Sunday, there are concessions available for purchase at Sever's Holiday Lights. Munch on mini donuts or popcorn and wash it down with apple cider or hot cocoa as you enjoy this dazzling holiday event!
Check out a brief overview of the Sever’s Holiday Lights in Shakopee, MN in this video from Sever's Festivals:
Holiday lights drive-through shows are a fun (and warm) way to enjoy the holidays in Minnesota. For more information about Sever's Holiday Lights drive-through in Minnesota, including tickets, hours, and more, visit the Sever's Holiday Lights website.
If you're looking for another great light show, check out Nature Illuminated at the Minnesota Zoo. It's not holiday-themed, but it's absolutely delightful! You can also sign up for a guided holiday lights show where you can be chauffeured around town enjoying local light shows.
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