IllustrationDrive-thru · Las Vegas Motor Speedway · Ticketed
Glittering Lights Las Vegas 2026
Three miles of lights around Las Vegas Motor Speedway — six million bulbs, more than 600 displays and mile-long tunnels of light — with popcorn and hot chocolate for the drive.
Nov 6, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027
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At a glance
- 2026 dates
- November 6, 2026 – January 3, 2027, from 5 pm nightly, rain or shine
- Price (2025)
- $39 per car by card, $44 cash; Fast Pass $69 on select nights
- Drive time
- About 40 minutes for the route, plus the line at the gate on busy nights
- The show
- About 6 million lights, 600+ displays and long light tunnels around the Speedway
- Getting there
- I-15 North to Exit 54 (Speedway Blvd), about 10 miles north of the Strip; follow the posted signs, not your GPS
Is it worth it?
Worth it for the tunnels — get there right at opening on a weeknight.
What visitors say
Regulars say the route is long and enjoyable and look forward to the new bits each year. The complaints: waits of over an hour even when arriving early, and sponsor logos made of lights that break the spell for some.
- Mile-long light tunnels
- 600+ displays
- Popcorn and hot chocolate
- Santa Tram with free photos
Getting there and getting in
- About 10 miles north of the Strip: I-15 North to Exit 54, Speedway Blvd.
- The operator says to follow the posted signs, not your GPS.
Worth knowing
- Arrive early to miss the peak traffic.
Questions people ask
- When is Glittering Lights 2026?
- From November 6, 2026 to January 3, 2027, opening at 5 pm every night.
- How long does it take to drive through Glittering Lights?
- About 40 minutes for the drive itself. On weekends and in Christmas week add the wait at the entrance — the Fast Pass lane exists for that.
- How much is Glittering Lights?
- In 2025: $39 per car paid by card, $44 in cash, and $69 for a Fast Pass on select nights. 2026 prices are on the official site.
- Where is the best place to see Christmas lights in Las Vegas?
- Glittering Lights is the biggest drive-thru, 10 miles north of the Strip. For free lights on foot, see the other Las Vegas displays below.
Checked 2026-09-30. Sources: Glittering Lights — dates · Glittering Lights — FAQ. Last season's numbers are labelled with their year until the organiser publishes 2026.
