Nightly Information

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  • Recreation Department 895 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd. 
  • Dayton, Ohio 45459 
  • Phone: (937) 433-0130 

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Check out our special nightly activities!  

November 22:   Opening Night
November 24:   Scavenger Hunt: Date Night
December 6:   Pet Night
December 7:   Character Night
December 12:   Woodland Walk
December 13:   Scavenger Hunt - Kids Night
December 15:   Pet Night
December 20:   Character Night
December 21:   Glow Night
December 26-30:   Lights Only Nights - $5 per person

Visitors can stroll through the ten acres of sparkling light and whimsical displays or take a ride on the Rieck Express train along a separate path! Climb aboard this colorful four car train that seats up to sixteen and take a scenic ride that winds past the Pollinator Garden and the vernal pond, creating a treasured new memory for long-time visitors. Please note that the trains will replace the amusement rides. 


family at WL


santa's cabin 
 train

As always, Santa will be tucked cozily by the fireplace in our historic log cabin, waiting for children to share their wish lists with him. Have your camera ready to take a photo with Santa or any of the costumed characters and animated vignettes you will encounter along the path. Our traditional horse drawn carriage rides will run every night except December 6 & 7.

back pond

The train, lights and displays of Woodland Lights are powered by the generosity of event sponsors. All sponsors for this year's event are recognized on our website, on social media and throughout the festival.