It's about to get very festive here in the Yakima Valley.

For the third year in a row, State Fair Park is going to light up in glorious holiday lights.

The 3rd Annual Drive-Thru Holiday Light Fest at State Fair Park in Yakima

After two amazing years, it has already become a beloved holiday tradition in the Yakima Valley. The State Fair Park in Yakima is presenting the 3rd Annual Drive-Thru Holiday Light Fest. They're boasting all of your favorites from years past, with plenty of breathtaking new additions for the 2022 holiday season.

Presented by Solarity Credit Union, The Drive Thru Light Fest takes place from November 25th thru December 18th. Enjoy over 30 miles of lights that illuminate buildings, trees, and displays. We've confirmed that Santa himself will be on hand each night too. In a press release, CEO Kathy Kramer said:

We are thrilled that the community has made the Holiday Light Fest part of their annual Holiday family tradition. We have added more lights and three new themed displays this year for the community to enjoy and to help everyone get in the Holiday spirit.

Drive-Thru Holiday Light Fest at State Fair Park - What You Need to Know

New Schedule – The event will be open on Friday after Thanksgiving and run every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday – from November 25 – December 18th. (With the exception of Saturday 11/26).

Thursday Discount Days – Each Thursday of the event admission is $10.00 at Gate 15 at the general admission entrance and $20.00 at the Fast Pass entrance – Gate 1 off Fair Avenue.

Two Community Giveback Days: Thursday, December 8th, they are partnering with the Yakima Salvation Army, and guests that bring a new, unwrapped toy (suggested value of $10 or more) will be provided free admission that evening.

Sunday, December 11th they are partnering with Yakima Valley Pet Rescue, where a portion of paid admission will be donated to support rescued animal needs and adoptions.

Three New Holiday-Themed Areas: Santa’s Christmas Eve, 12 Days of Christmas, and Enchanted Forest

EVENT DETAILS

Dates – November 25th & November 27th (no event on 11-26)

December 1st – 4th

December 8th – 11th

December 15th – 18th

Event Pricing:

Thursdays - General Admission - $10.00 per vehicle and $20.00 per limo, bus, or RV – enter through Gate 15. Fast Pass Admission $20.00 per vehicle and $40.00 per limo, bus, or RV – enter through Gate 1. Fast Pass must be purchased online in advance at ticketswest.com.

Friday, Saturday, or Sunday - General Admission - $15.00 per vehicle and $30.00 per limo, bus, or RV – enter through Gate 15. Fast Pass Admission is $25.00 per vehicle and $50.00 per limo, bus, or RV – enter through Gate 1. Fast Pass must be purchased online in advance at ticketswest.com.

Here are some spectacular shots from the 2020 Drive-Thru Holiday Light Fest at State Fair Park

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