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Glade Springs Holiday Light Trail

We are excited to welcome back the inaugural Glade Springs Holiday Light Trail for another year! The trail will return November 29 through December 29, Friday through Sunday, plus December 30 and 31.The Glade Springs Holiday Light Trail is a 1/4 mile walking tour that features breathtaking light displays. As you make your way through the trail you’ll be mesmerized by dancing lights, photo ops, and classic Christmas music that will put you in the holiday spirit.  The light trail is complimentary for all overnight resort guests. The trail is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

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A couple enjoys a cozy evening at a cafe, holding mugs and smiling warmly, with soft lighting and a warm atmosphere surrounding them.

Cozy Up at the Igloo Lounge

After your walk, you can warm up in the Igloo Lounge, where you’ll be treated to the Christmas Café featuring cookie kits, hot cocoa, concessions, and holiday shopping in our Christmas market. You can also write a letter to Santa or participate in a friendly snowball fight in our snowball arena!

Three characters in costumes: a polar bear, a gingerbread person, and a green furry creature, posed in front of a holiday-themed sign.

Meet Santa & Friends

In addition to the mesmerizing displays and cozy Igloo Lounge, the Glade Springs Holiday Light Trail will feature some special guests throughout the holiday season. That’s right, Santa and other specialty characters will be making appearances on select dates to spread joy and cheer to all visitors.