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What are the hours?
5:00–9:00 PM every open night.
Opening Friday, November 27, then Thursday–Sunday through December 31. Vehicles in line at 9:00 PM will be admitted.
View every event night →What payment is accepted?
Cash, cards & contactless accepted.
Pay with cash, major credit or debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, tap-to-pay, Venmo, or Cash App. Receipts are available upon request. No added payment fee.
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Entrance & Route
Use the Lincoln Park Drive entrance on the east side—not only the general park address.
Open directions →Know Before You Glow
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Read the visitor guide →Tickets & Gifts
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