Magic of Lights returning to Jones Beach

The holiday season is set to sparkle as Magic of Lights returns to Jones Beach State Park, opening Friday, Nov. 21, and running through Jan. 3. Families can drive through a dazzling winter wonderland and explore the Toyota Holiday Village, creating festive memories along the way.

Presented by Family Entertainment Live, the event features the longest light tunnel on Long Island, whimsical Prehistoric Christmas scenes with life-sized dinosaurs, towering 32-foot animated Mattel’s Waving Christmas Barbie, Reindeer Road, Toyland, festive elves, and more. Visitors can also enjoy photos with Santa, holiday treats, merchandise, and walk-through holiday attractions at the Toyota Holiday Village.

“Magic of Lights has become a beloved holiday tradition for families right here in the Tri-State area,” said Ken Hudgens, chief executive of Family Entertainment Live. “We’re proud to return to Jones Beach and continue spreading the joy, wonder, and togetherness that make this season so special.”

“The Magic of Lights Show continues to be an annual holiday tradition that exceeds attendee’s expectations,” George Gorman Jr., regional director of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, said, “From the first light display through the holiday village, the joys of the season come to life.”

Guests can journey through more than two million twinkling lights, including the awe-inspiring 400-foot Enchanting Tunnel of Lights, Prehistoric Christmas scenes, and the legendary “BIGFOOT Monster Truck” display. Each display is crafted from steel frameworks using cutting-edge CAD technology, combined with 10 miles of LED lights in 10 vibrant colors.

Magic of Lights runs from 5–10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5–11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tickets, priced per vehicle, are available at MagicOfLights.com.

Jones Beach State Park, which spans 6.5 miles of oceanfront and more than 2,400 acres, welcomes over 9 million visitors annually and features iconic art deco bathhouses, a boardwalk, and the Central Mall with its ship-inspired design.