A beloved Christmas tradition shines even brighter this holiday season! Enjoy a festive journey along the classic seven-mile light show 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 of holiday cheer during Fantasy In Lights Powered By Georgia Power!
Never Too Old to Believe in the Magic
Ten Million Lights. Endless Memories.
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 during Fantasy In Lights for a magical holiday experience, perfect for capturing festive family memories with the jolly man himself!
Hot Chocolate & Smore's
Warm up with s'mores and hot chocolate, the perfect treat to enjoy while taking in the festive holiday atmosphere!
Drive Through
Enjoy the seven mile journey of Fantasy in Lights from the comfort of your own vehicle, where you can drive through 18 dazzling light scenes with your own holiday jingles.
Trolley Tour
Enjoy a festive guided tour through the seven mile journey of Fantasy in Lights, sure to bring you holiday cheer and dazzling views of shining holiday 18 light scenes.
Bike Through Experience
Experience the magic of Fantasy In Lights in a unique way – on two wheels! Bike Night is a special, bicycle-only evening where you can pedal through the dazzling light displays
More Seasonal Events
Run Callaway
Run through the splendor of Christmas at Callaway. From the festive Kid's Fun Run and thrilling nighttime 5K to the scenic 10K or signature Half Marathon, lace up for a jingling jog through over 10 million twinlking lights.
Breakfast with Santa
Create magical memories with a festive breakfast alongside Santa, complete with kid-friendly favorites and holiday cheer. From Mrs. Claus' Ham and Eggs Casserole to Rudolph's Red Nose Waffles, there's something for the whole family to love.
Christmas Buffet Dinner
Celebrate the spirit of the season with a plentiful Christmas buffet featuring traditional dishes, a seafood bar, carving station, and decadent holiday desserts. The perfect way to add to your festive feast. Explore More
New Year's Eve Celebration
Ring in 2027 with festive dining, live entertainment, and a spectacular fireworks display. Toast to the new year at midnight and dance the night away as we welcome what's ahead together. Explore More
Valentine's Dinner for Two
Celebrate your love with a four-course dinner at the Piedmont Restaurant, featuring shareable appetizers, a choice of lobster, chicken, or filet mignon, and an indulgent dessert to savor together.
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Seasonal Packages
Advanced Purchase
Booking at least three days ahead unlocks savings of up to 20% per night, with the extra savings ready to put toward dining, the Spa, or a day at the beach.
A Massage TWO Remember
This overnight package includes a 50-minute massage for two at the Spa, mimosas, and daily Gardens admission for the length of the stay.
Bed & Breakfast Package
This package includes overnight accommodations, breakfast each morning at the Piedmont Dining Room or Country Kitchen, and daily Gardens admission for the length of the stay.
Guest Experiences
FAQs
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. 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.
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