The Light Park Brings Holiday Magic to Sam Houston Race Park for 2025 Season
As the holiday season draws near, families across West Houston and Cypress are gearing up for one of the most dazzling traditions of the year: The Light Park at Sam Houston Race Park. This beloved drive-through Christmas light show returns for its 2025 season, promising a mile of music-synced LED lights and unforgettable holiday memories—all without leaving the comfort of your car.
Located at 7575 North Sam Houston Pkwy W, Houston, TX 77064 in the heart of Houston’s northwest corridor, The Light Park at Sam Houston Race Park invites visitors to experience a magical fusion of lights and sound. From glittering light tunnels to towering displays, the entire show is choreographed to upbeat holiday tunes broadcast through your car radio, making it an immersive and joyful experience for all ages.
The 2025 season officially kicks off on November 7 and runs daily through January 4. Hours of operation are 5:30–10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5:30–11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. During peak holiday times—Thanksgiving Day and every night beginning December 19—the park will remain open until 11 p.m. nightly to accommodate the seasonal excitement.
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Designed to be experienced entirely from your vehicle, The Light Park is especially popular among families with small children, elderly passengers, or anyone who simply prefers to enjoy the magic while staying warm and relaxed. The drive is approximately one mile long, making it just the right length to feel both enchanting and accessible.
2025 Ticket Pricing
Thinking about visiting The Light Park this holiday season? Before you load up the car, here’s everything you need to know about ticket prices, early-bird discounts, and how to get the best value for your visit to Texas’ premier drive-through Christmas light show.
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Pre-Sale (Oct. 15–31): $29.99 per vehicle for Monday–Thursday visits (excluding Thanksgiving & Christmas). Pre-sale tickets are not date-specific, making them the most flexible—and most affordable—option of the season.
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Regular Season (Nov. 1–Dec. 21): Tickets are date-specific and sold online starting at $39.99 (Mon–Thurs) and $49.99 (Fri–Sun). Gate admission is $60.
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Season Pass: $79.99 for unlimited visits to any Light Park location (blackout dates apply).
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VIP Upgrades & Fast Passes are also available for those who want to enhance their experience or skip the line.
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Part of a Houston-Wide Holiday Tradition
While Sam Houston Race Park offers its own unique setup of twinkling installations and themed displays, it’s one of three Light Park venues across the Greater Houston Area. Families can also visit The Light Park at Typhoon Texas in Katy and Hurricane Harbor in Spring, each offering its own distinct layout and light choreography.
Having multiple locations across the region allows residents from Cypress, Jersey Village, Spring Branch, Champions, and other Houston-area neighborhoods to choose the most convenient site—or visit more than one for a truly magical holiday tour.
Whether you're continuing a cherished family tradition or discovering the event for the first time, The Light Park offers a joyful, stress-free holiday outing with a touch of Texas charm. Tickets sell quickly, so early planning is encouraged.
To check availability, view location details, and purchase tickets, visit thelightpark.com.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
