Celebration of Lights at Riverside Park

Notes regarding time

Dec 7 - Dec 31 from 5-9 PM

Description

Join Lynchburg Parks and Recreation as we light up RIVERSIDE PARK, 2238 Rivermont Avenue, for the third annual Celebration of Lights! This FREE, family-friendly attraction will open nightly from 5:00pm–9:00pm, December 7–31, 2018, and will include light displays from various Lynchburg businesses and organizations as you drive through Riverside Park. Lynchburg businesses, schools, and organizations are all encouraged to submit a light display that represents our beautiful Hill City. The deadline for display submissions is November 1, 2018. To complete your display application, click the link below.

https://lynchburg.seamlessdocs.com/f/vx6p00bmz2f

This is a drive-through event, with exception of the specialty event nights on 12/7, 12/14, and 12/20.

There will be three special event nights. On December 7th, the Celebration of Lights will kick off with a Grand Opening celebration, featuring food trucks and festive music, while Parks and Recreation staff distributes holiday wishes to the riders. December 14th is Pedestrian Night allowing the community to walk through Riverside Park and slowly take in the ambiance of lit displays. December 20th is a magical night with carriage rides hosted by Lexington Carriage Company, horses, and hot cocoa. Sip on a cup of hot chocolate, and sink into the experience.

F 12/7 Grand Opening

Th 12/14 Pedestrian Night (no vehicles)

Th 12/20 Carriage Rides ($6 per person)

Carriage rides will be offered on a first come, first serve basis. Register in advance to ensure you get a seat! To register, click the link. https://webapps.lynchburgva.gov/registration/ViewCourseActivityDetails.aspx?id=C4861

December 20th is a magical night featuring hot cocoa, horses, and carriage rides from Lexington Carriage Company. Rides are $6 per person. Tickets can be purchased in advance on our website or at any of the community centers. Rides are provided on a first come first serve basis, and check-in closes at 9:30pm. As you show up please check in at the Parks & Recreation tent. Upon check-in each rider will receive a number in the queue system and your number will be called when it’s your turn to ride. While waiting, participants can enjoy refreshments, play games, and get warm by the fire.

Who

All ages

Cost

Free (except Dec. 20 Carriage Rides $5 per person)

How

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