Fantasy in Lights

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 and the Callaway Christmas Village, where you can walk through a forest of twinkling lights, gigantic snowflakes, and larger-than-life ornaments. Stroll through Christmas Tree Lane and stop for hot chocolate, seasonal shopping, and meet and greets with Santa at the Christmas Market.

Song of the Trees is an all-new scene at Fantasy in Lights where towering trees come alive in a breathtaking symphony of color and music, creating a spellbinding journey through a glowing forest filled with holiday spirit.

Fantasy in Lights runs November 13, 2026 through January 3, 2027.

Breakfast with Santa is held November 28 and December 5, 12, and 19 at 9 AM and 11 AM at the Lodge and Spa. Reservations are required.

Dates to be announced. Reservations are required.

The New Year's Eve Celebration is held December 31, 2026 at the Lodge and Spa, featuring festive dining, live entertainment, and a fireworks display at midnight.

The Valentine's Dinner for Two is held February 13 through 15, 2026 at the Piedmont Restaurant from 5 to 10 PM.

Tickets can be purchased at callawaygardens.com. Children younger than 3 are admitted free and do not require a ticket. See the Fantasy in Lights tickets page for adult and children ages 4 to 12 pricing.

Yes. Fantasy In Lights tickets include one same day Gardens Admission Ticket to Callaway Gardens.

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 may drive through in their personal vehicle without exchanging their tickets.

Tickets are valid only for the day and time slot for which they were purchased. Guests may request to exchange tickets for another day or a time slot based on availability at the time changes are made. If original ticket pricing is unavailable for the newly selected date or time, guests will be responsible for paying the difference between the original ticket price and the current ticket price, this includes the Christmas In July Tickets. 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. Guests who miss their designated time slot must go to Will Call and exchange their tickets for the next available time slot or another date.

There will be one at the Robin's Nest, one in the Queue Lot, and one by Trolley Loading.

Yes. Season Passholders receive savings on Fantasy in Lights tickets. Log into your account before purchasing to apply your discount.

Pets are not permitted in the Christmas Village, on a Jolly Trolley or anywhere else in the Robin Lake Beach area with the exception of trained service animals. Guests who are driving their personal vehicles through Fantasy In Lights may have pets in the vehicle with them. 

Only trained service animals as defined by the ADA, specifically dogs and miniature horses, are allowed inside buildings, on the sidewalk and beach at Robin Lake Beach, and on Trolleys this includes Pumpkins at Callaway and Christmas at Callaway featuring Fantasy In Lights. Comfort animals, emotional support animals, and therapy animals are not considered service animals and are not permitted in these areas. Service animals must be leashed or harnessed, under the owner's control, and housebroken. Service animals are not allowed in public swimming venues or within 4 feet of the water on wet decks per Georgia State Pool Regulations. Owners are responsible for waste disposal.

A shuttle from the Lodge and Spa and Cottages runs continuously from 5 PM to 10 PM during Fantasy in Lights from November 15 through December 31. Overnight check-in begins at 4 PM and check-out is at 11 AM. Fantasy in Lights tickets are not automatically included with your stay and must be added on separately.