Location: Eisenhower Park, 1899 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow, NY 11554
Dates: November 7, 2025 – January 1, 2026
Plan your visit and grab your tickets at LuminoCityFestival.com.
When the days grow shorter and the nights begin to sparkle, there’s no better way to celebrate the holiday season than under millions of twinkling lights. This year, LuminoCity Holiday Lights Festival returns to Eisenhower Park in Nassau County with a breathtaking new theme: Fantasy Winter Fairyland, a whimsical, walk-through wonderland that’s bigger, brighter, and more magical than ever before.
From November 7, 2025, through January 1, 2026, visitors can experience 14 acres of dazzling displays, interactive art, and photo-perfect moments all led by Lumi, the festival’s friendly mascot who guides guests through a storybook journey filled with imagination and cheer.
A Long Island Holiday Tradition Reimagined
Each year, LuminoCity transforms Eisenhower Park into a glowing world of light and artistry. It’s become one of Long Island’s most beloved seasonal events and for good reason. This year’s Fantasy Winter Fairyland theme takes the magic even further, blending the beauty of winter with the creativity of fairytales.
Imagine strolling through glittering forests of color, walking beneath glowing archways, and standing in awe before towering sculptures that shimmer against the night sky. Every step brings a new surprise and every corner is a chance to capture that perfect photo.
This immersive festival is one of the largest light experiences in the United States, and each installation is handcrafted with hundreds of thousands of LED lights, making it an unforgettable experience for families, friends, and couples alike.
What’s New in 2025
This year’s festival introduces several can’t-miss attractions that promise to make Fantasy Winter Fairyland the most memorable LuminoCity yet:
- Ride the Lumi Express Holiday Train: Take a ride on Eisenhower Park’s very first holiday train! The brand-new Lumi Express offers a joyful journey through tunnels of lights and festive music, bringing holiday spirit to kids and adults alike. (Seats are limited, and tickets are sold on-site.)
- Castle in the Sky: Prepare to be amazed by this 50-foot-tall light installation, one of the tallest light sculptures in North America. This glowing castle is a dreamlike centerpiece that seems to float among the stars.
- Snow Dream Slide: Glide into a winter fairytale as you slide through glowing snow clouds and icy blue lights. Perfect for kids (and kids at heart), this free attraction is included with every ticket.
- Lumi’s Utopia Children’s Drawing Contest: Creativity shines at the 4th annual art initiative hosted in partnership with the Long Island Children’s Museum. Young artists’ hand-drawn creations are transformed into glowing 3D light sculptures — turning imagination into illumination.
- Themed Nights & Dress-Up Fun: Whether you’re posing with Lumi, showing off your best cosplay, or rocking your tackiest holiday sweater, LuminoCity’s special event nights add a playful twist to your visit.
Mark Your Calendar for These Special Nights
Be part of the excitement and join the themed celebrations throughout the season!
- Opening Ceremony – November 7
Kick off the holiday season with a spectacular opening ceremony featuring community leaders and the first lighting of the Fantasy Winter Fairyland. - Lumi & Me Night – November 21
Meet Lumi, snap a glowing selfie, and share your brightest smiles for a chance to win small perks on-site. - Cosplay Under the Lights – December 5
Step into character and let your favorite hero or fairytale persona shine under the lights. The displays provide the perfect stage for your creativity. - Ugly Sweater Night – December 19
Celebrate National Ugly Sweater Day by dressing in your most wonderfully tacky holiday outfit. It’s silly, sparkly, and full of festive fun!
Ticket Information
LuminoCity offers three ticket options, so everyone can enjoy the experience their way. All tickets include access to the festival, dazzling light installations, and free on-site parking.
General Admission tickets are priced at $29 during non-peak hours and $32 during peak hours. They provide full access to the festival for guests ages 12 and up, with no time limit on your stay once you’ve entered.
Kids Tickets are available for $22 during non-peak hours and $26 during peak hours, perfect for young explorers ages 4–12. Children ages 3 and under enter free, but must be accompanied by a paying adult.
For an elevated experience, the VIP Ticket is priced at $56 during non-peak hours and $58 during peak hours. VIP guests enjoy a dedicated check-in lane, a limited-edition Lumi Tote Bag, a Lumi Night Light, and 10% off purchases at the on-site Gift Shop.
Guests can choose from several timed entry sessions throughout the evening: 4:30–5:15 PM, 5:15–6:00 PM, 6:00–6:45 PM, 6:45–7:30 PM, 7:30–8:15 PM, and 8:15–9:00 PM. Once inside, you’re welcome to stay and explore until the festival closes.
Once you’re inside, you can stay and explore until closing time!
Special Offers to Brighten Your Night – Enjoy exclusive savings when you use the discount codes below at checkout.
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NASSAU15 – 15% OFF all ticket types (valid through midnight 11/30)
Food, Fun, and Festive Finds
No holiday festival is complete without treats and treasures!
Visitors can indulge in sweet and savory seasonal bites from local vendors while shopping for keepsakes at the LuminoCity Gift Shop, where you’ll find exclusive branded merchandise like the Lumi Night Light and Lumi Tote Bag.
And don’t forget to stop for endless photo ops from glowing tunnels and whimsical forests to towering fairy-tale scenes that look straight out of a storybook. Whether you’re snapping a family photo for your holiday card or capturing a magical moment for Instagram, LuminoCity offers the perfect backdrop.
Getting There & Parking
LuminoCity Festival takes place in Eisenhower Park, located at 1899 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, NY 11554.
Free parking is available on-site via Salisbury Park Drive, which runs through the park. The nearest cross streets are Hempstead-Bethpage Turnpike (south side) and Merrick Avenue (west side).
Be the Light This Holiday Season
With its joyful energy, creative artistry, and heartwarming sense of wonder, LuminoCity is more than a light show, it’s an experience that brings people together. Whether it’s your first visit or an annual family tradition, this year’s Fantasy Winter Fairyland theme promises the light experience of a lifetime.
So bundle up, grab your loved ones, and let your imagination sparkle.
Because at LuminoCity Holiday Lights Festival 2025, you’re not just seeing the light, you’re part of it.
