Family
$20 cash, $23 credit card- Cars, Vans, and Trucks
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Forsyth County Parks and Recreation Department is looking for a Title Sponsor for The Festival of Lights for the years 2025 and onward. A beloved tradition since 1991, the Tanglewood Park Festival of Lights has captured the hearts of Forsyth County and beyond. Each holiday season, families, friends, neighbors, and visitors from afar come together to celebrate in the magical glow of this enchanting event. Spanning from mid-November to New Year’s Day, the Festival of Lights has become a must-see attraction, drawing an impressive 55,000 vehicles and approximately 300,000 visitors on average annually. Imagine the wonder on everyone’s faces as they embark on a delightful 5-mile journey through dazzling light displays, larger- than-life installations, and holiday cheer that fills the crisp night air.
To become a Title Sponsor, please fill out this proposal form
All proposals must be submitted no later than January 15th, 2025. Submissions must be electronically via email at: wilesan@forsyth.cc
Sponsorship Perks Include
- Your company name integrated into the event name, e.g., "Tanglewood Park Festival of Lights Sponsored by [Company Name]."
- Prominent recognition across marketing materials, leveraging a $33,000 annual media budget.
- Inclusion in all printed media, including rack cards and posters.
- Featuring on the event logo and annual theme.
- Option to install custom lights display within the park/show (subject to approval).
- Exclusive employee night access before the public opening, including access to all event features.
- 250 complimentary tickets to the show, valued at $5,000.
- Company logo on the back of all Festival of Lights T-shirts sold at the Gift Shop.
Show Dates:
November 14, 2025 through January 1, 2026
6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Rates
We accept cash or credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, and Discover only) as payment
for entrance to the Festival of Lights. Rates are the same throughout the week.
Commercial
$45 cash, $48 credit card- Vans, Limos, and Minibuses
Motorcoaches + Buses
$115 cash, $118 credit card- Large group vehicles
Save money by coming on a Discount Night:
- Monday, November 17th - Monday, November 24th
- Tuesday, November 18th - Tuesday, November 25th
Discount Prices:
Family (cars, vans, trucks): $10 cash, $13 credit card
Commercial (vans, limos, mini-buses): $25 cash, $28 credit card
Motorcoaches and buses: $80 cash, $83 credit card
Due to safety concerns, riding through Festival of Lights in the back of a pick-up
truck
or in/on a trailer that is connected to a vehicle is prohibited.
Advance Tickets on Sale Now!
Secure your tickets ahead of time and get a collectible ticket!
Purchase your tickets in advance at the Tanglewood Park Welcome Center or the Marketing & Events Office
Want to save some money? Buy your Festival of Lights tickets in bulk.
$2 discount on each ticket when you purchase 100 – 250 tickets
$3 discount on each ticket when you purchase 251 – 500 tickets
$4 discount on each ticket when you purchase 501 or more tickets
For bulk ticket purchasing, contact us by calling 336-703-6480 or email us at tanglewoodevents@forsyth.cc
Special Events, Carriage & Hayrides, and Overnight Accommodations
Miles for Meals 5K
Miles for Meals 5K
(Saturday, Nov. 9th) Supporting the Hillsdale Church Food Ministry will be the first event through the Festival of Lights. Join the fun
to help feed those in need!
TOAST
TOAST
(Sunday, Nov. 10th) is the perfect event for families, walkers,
strollers and wagon rollers through the majestic lights. This event is appropriate
for people of all ages and abilities.
Paws in the Park
Paws in the Park
(Monday, Nov. 11th and Tuesday, Nov. 12th) This unique event offers
animal lovers the opportunity to bring their four-legged friends with them to
Tanglewood
Park for a walk through the enchanted holiday light display.
Running of the Lights
Running of the Lights
(Dec. 31st) Start off the New Year with a race through
the Festival of Lights at midnight!
Overnight Accommodations
Excelsior at the Manor House Bed and Breakfast, which is located in beautiful Tanglewood Park, is restored to reflect the gentility of the Victorian era. The William Johnson family constructed one section of the house in 1859, and when tobacco magnate William Neal Reynolds and his wife Kate bought the tract of land in 1921 to be their country estate, they added the remainder. For Manor House availability, call 336-701-0470 or visit excelsioratmanor.com
The Manor House is a magical place for you to spend a wonderful evening during the Festival of Lights. Book your stay to enjoy a mix of genuine antique and reproduction furnishings throughout, including original staircases, crystal chandeliers, and ten bedrooms with unique charm. Guests staying at the Manor House receive free admission to the Festival of Lights! Just show your room key at the front gate.
RV Campground Extended SeasonThe RV Campground season will
be extended to December 5th! Our campers also receive free admission to the
Festival
of Lights. Just show your campground pass at the front gate!
For Campground availability, call 336-703-6494, email manorhouse@forsyth.cc or visit https://rvcampground.tanglewoodpark.org.