Winterfest of Lights in Ocean City, Maryland

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The 2025 Winterfest of Lights will be November 20, 2025 - December 31, 2025!

Quick information on Winterfest 2025

This year, take a walk around the 58 acre Northside Park, through thousands of sparkling holiday lights and many animated light displays located along a paved path in Northside Park. Watch for photo opportunities– including several interactive displays. Come see the 50-foot Christmas tree put on a show for you and soak up all of the holiday spirit at Winterfest of Lights. And don't worry, Santa will be still be here so you can say hello to him!

• The 2025 edition of Winterfest, held at Northside Park on 125th Street, will take place Nov. 20- Dec 31.
• Hours are Wednesday to Sunday to 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.
• Winterfest will be open Dec 25 – 31 – Every Night
• Entry to Winterfest at Northside Park costs $6 (kids under 11 are free).
• ½ Mile Walk around a Decorated, Paved Path with Surprises along the way
• Visit the Winterfest of Trains displays under the Winterfest tent 6-8:30pm on Wed-Sun Winterfest nights except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas. 
• Visits and Photos with Santa Claus available
• The Winterfest gift shop will be open
• Hot Chocolate and Glow Products Available for Purchase
• Food Trucks on Saturdays & Sundays
• November 20th is FREE to walk through for the public
• Bring your pets on Wednesday nights!
• Horse and carriage rides available on select Mondays & Tuesdays (December 1st, 8th, 9th, and 15th). This will be a carriage-only experience (no walking). Reservations required
• Tickets can be purchased on site or online here
• Mobility Devices available for rent on site. $10.00 per two hours (scooters, powered wheelchairs) Standard wheel chairs also available
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• The Winterfest of Lights is subject to closure for inclement weather. Please always check the Town of Ocean City Facebook for updates before planning your visit!
• For more information, call 410-250-0125.