When it comes to family fun, there is no better place to be than the Mount Rushmore State, which manages to become even more magical during the holiday season. While there are many festive places that we recommend checking out this Christmas, the most magical spot of all may be South Dakota’s Christmas Nights of Light:

Welcome to Storybook Island, which is home to life-size and larger-than-life replicas of your favorite storybook characters, plus train and carousel rides and the colorful Christmas Nights of Light.
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Taking place December 4th through 6th, 11th through 23rd, and the 26th through the 31st, Christmas Nights of Light is known far and wide for being the best light display in western South Dakota... and for a good reason! 
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Featuring a whopping 16 miles worth of lights, you will never run out of things to see around this fabulous annual event. 
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As if you needed another reason to visit and love the Christmas Nights of Light, you can also visit with Santa every night through the 23rd and meet his reindeer December 11th through the 20th. 
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Are you worried about getting chilly during your visit? Don't fret, as you can always stop in the warm gift shop or get a hot drink from the on-site BA Coffee.
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The Storybook Island Christmas Nights of Light is open nightly from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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Admission to the Christmas Nights of Light costs $3 per person. 
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For more information on Christmas Nights of Light, please visit Storybook Island's website.
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Do you have a favorite attraction that you would like to see featured on Only in South Dakota? Nominate it here! For even more festive fun around the Mount Rushmore State, check out The City-Wide Tour de Lights In South Dakota Is Sure To Make Spirits Bright This Holiday Season.

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Storybook Island, 1301 Sheridan Lake Rd, Rapid City, SD 57702, USA