St. Albans Festival of Lights: A Family Holiday Tradition Continues.
The 37th Annual St. Albans Festival of Lights Opening Night is set for November 28th. The event only opens to vehicle traffic and runs nightly from 6 pm – 9 pm through December 23, closed on December 24th and 25th for Christmas. The St. Albans Festival of Lights opens for its final night of the year on December 26th.
Gather together with friends and family to spend your evenings with us at St. Albans City Park enjoying 100s of hand-made Christmas Lights and festive holiday decor that light up the park property each year. A long-standing favorite holiday tradition, the St. Albans Festival of Lights in St. Albans, WV, has become one of the longest-running and best Christmas lights display in West Virginia and the tri-state region. This FREE event is open to the public.
What does it cost to attend?
There is no charge to visit the St. Albans Festival of Lights. Although this event is Free and Open to the Public, we do accept both monetary and canned food donations. All monetary donations go towards the operation of the event, while food collected goes towards helping our local food banks.
2025 St. Albans Festival of Lights Schedule
Nov. 25 – Walk Through The St. Albans Festival of Lights – Free walking tours from 6 pm – 8 pm (Foot Traffic Only)
Nov. 26 – Free Hayrides Through the Lights – 6 pm – 8 pm
Nov. 28 – Dec. 23 – Open Nightly Vehicle Traffic Only – Nightly 6 pm – 9 pm
Dec. 24 & 25 – Closed for Christmas Eve & Day
Dec. 26 – Final Night
Where is the Festival of Lights Located?
Located at 931 Observatory Drive in St. Albans, WV 25177.
Driving Directions from Charleston, WV
- From I-64 West, take Exit 54 – MacCorkle Ave. / Rt. 60
- Turn Left onto MacCorkle Ave towards St. Albans
- Turn Left onto Walnut Street
- Follow Walnut Street to Kanawha Terrace
- Turn Right onto Kanawha Terrace to Vine Street.
- Follow Festival of Lights signs towards the St. Albans City Park entrance.
Driving Directions from Huntington, WV
- From I-64 East, take Exit 44 – St. Albans.
- Turn Right onto Rt.817, travel to MacCorkle Ave.
- Turn Left on MacCorkle, travel to Walnut Street.
- Follow Walnut Street to Kanawha Terrace.
- Turn Right onto Kanawha Terrace to Vine Street.
- Follow Festival of Lights signs towards the St. Albans City Park entrance.
Good to Know
Hours: 6–9 PM nightly through Dec 26 (closed Dec 24–25)
Santa House: Nov 28–Dec 23, 6–9 PM nightly
Traffic: Arrive early or a bit later to avoid peak lines; follow staff directions
Weather: Operates in most conditions; check City channels for updates
Make It a Night Out
Pair your visit with dinner, dessert, or shopping in St. Albans to keep the holiday spirit going and support local businesses.
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