Tree Lighting Ceremony kicks off Fairgrounds Festival of Lights

HAMBURG, N.Y. (WIVB) – The Fairgrounds Festival of Lights flips the switch to the holiday season Friday evening with the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Hamburg Fairgrounds.

WIVB News 4 was live on the scene for the event. Watch video from the event above.

New this year, attendees can enjoy a holiday performance from OLV’s Elementary Choir and complimentary samples of Upstate Farm’s Egg Nog during the evening. Other favorites, such as rides, illuminated shows, food and drink and visits with Santa Claus himself will also be available.

Complete details, including attractions, FAQs and more, can be found at the Festival of Lights website.

Dates and ticketing

Guests can purchase the Full Experience Ticket for $33.90 per carload (includes fees). The full experience includes both the drive-thru displays and walk-up attractions. This ticket offers a carload nearly 100 things to see and do, from light displays and photo opportunities to activities, animals and shopping throughout the Festival. There are 17 dates for the full experience including November 29-30, December 1, 6-8, and 13-23.

Alternatively, guests can pick from seven dates in December to purchase a Drive-Thru Only
Ticket for $22.60 per carload (includes fees). Experience the drive-thru of light displays
on the following nights: December 5, 12, and 26-30 (no walk-up attractions).

Gates will be open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and buildings close at 10 p.m. The entrance is located off of McKinley Parkway.