Johnson City Lights Spectacular
Johnson City Historic Downtown Square • Johnson City, TX
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📅 Dates
November 29, 2025 - January 4, 2026
Hours: 5:45 PM - Midnight nightly
💰 Cost
Free event for all 36 years running
All ages
🎯 Best For
Families, day trippers, photo enthusiasts
♿ Accessibility
Downtown area with accessible viewing areas
🅿️ Parking
Street parking available along non-residential downtown streets. Arrive early for the best spots!
Tip: Parking gets busy on weekends - arrive early
🐕 Pets
Check website for current pet policy
🍽️ Food & Drink
Local food, beer, wine, and festivities available in downtown
The Twinkliest Town in Texas! Featuring over 2 million LED lights so bright that NASA has reportedly spotted them from space! This free, family-friendly event has been running for 36 years and includes special weekend events, carriage rides, food, entertainment, and activities for all ages.
🌟 What You'll Experience
- Over 2 million LED lights (upgraded from 1.2 million)
- Free event for all 36 years running
- Lights on historic downtown square, Memorial Park, and PEC headquarters
- Spectacular oak trees with over 1 million lights
- Colorful themed displays throughout town
- Carriage rides on weekends
- Food, beer, wine, and entertainment
- Photos with Santa and weekend activities
- Reportedly visible from space!
💡 Pro Tips
- Best viewing times: Weeknights for fewer crowds, weekend evenings are more festive but busier
- Lights turn on at 5:45 PM and run until midnight
- Plan for 2-3 hours to enjoy lights and activities, or 4-6 hours for full experience with carriage rides
- Consider staying overnight - visit ExploreJCTX.com for local lodging
- Visit before sundown to explore downtown and enjoy local food
- A beautiful day trip from Austin (about 1 hour drive)
📞 Get More Information
Website: Visit Official Site