Merry & Bright A Holiday of Lights

Poplar Grove’s most popular fundraising event of the year returns! Celebrate the holidays with family and friends as the grounds come alive with twinkling lights, festive displays, and cheerful holiday fun.
Tickets: $10 per person (infants free)

Includes:
– Lighted grounds and spectacularly lit trees
– Visits with Santa (5:30–8:30 PM at the Gazebo)
– The Grinch’s Junk Shop
– USO Letter Writing Station
– New this year: Santa’s Boot Camp
– Campfires for roasting marshmallows
– Outdoor holiday movies
– Decorated Manor House featuring scenes from A Christmas Story
– Mr. Twister the balloon artist, vintage carnival games, food trucks, and more!

The Spirit of ’76 Tavern will be raising funds for the stables in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.
Pre-Sale Tickets: Save 10% through November 1
Season Pass: $100 (includes 4 All-Ages Tickets, infants free)

Hours: Thursday–Sunday, 5–9 PM

2025 Dates:
Nov. 28–30
Dec. 4–7
Dec. 11–14
Dec. 18–21

*Pet Night: Thursday, Dec. 4 only — pets welcome (no pets on other nights).

Kids: Parental supervision required. Please enjoy the displays respectfully: no climbing, pulling, or rough play.
Adults: No outside alcohol. Please celebrate responsibly and be kind to staff, Santa, and fellow guests.
Sponsored by Port City Letter Press and Port City Letter Press at Poplar Grove.
Make plans to spend the evening and experience the magic of the season at Poplar Grove’s Holiday of Lights.