Skylands Stadium, home of a minor-league ballpark in Sussex County, hosts one of North Jersey’s biggest holiday light shows. The roughly one-mile drive-through route has over two million lights, and afterward you can park and walk through the free Christmas Village with vendors, a light tunnel, s’mores and a winter beer garden.
Quick Facts
| 2026 dates | Select dates, November 21 – December 30, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Tickets (per car) | Standard $29 (timed); VIP $79 (express lane, no reservation, two novelty toys) |
| Christmas Village | Free entry; food, Santa photos and extras cost extra |
| Parking | Free |
| Where | Skylands Stadium, 94 Championship Pl, Augusta, NJ 07822 |
| Time needed | About 30 minutes for the drive; allow 2 hours total with the village |
Tips
- Buy timed tickets online in advance; exchanges are allowed up to 72 hours before your slot for a small fee.
- It’s an all-weather event; snowy nights are magical but drive carefully on Route 15 and Route 206.
- Only service animals are allowed.
- Paths in the village can be uneven; strollers work but expect some bumps.
Skylands is about 75 minutes from Manhattan. Compare it with Magic of Lights in Holmdel or the free Turtle Back Zoo Holiday Lights.
About Skylands Stadium
Skylands Stadium in Augusta, Sussex County, is a minor-league baseball park in the rolling countryside of northwestern New Jersey. In the off-season it hosts large seasonal events, with the holiday light show the biggest.
Make a Day in Sussex County
- Visit the German Christmas Market of New Jersey at the Sussex County Fairgrounds nearby (early December).
- Explore Sussex County’s farms and small towns.
- Finish with the light show and Christmas Village after dark.
More in New Jersey
See our Christmas in New Jersey guide and New Jersey Christmas lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Skylands Stadium light show 2026?
On select dates from November 21 to December 30, 2026.
How much is the Skylands Stadium light show?
$29 per car for standard timed entry or $79 for VIP. The Christmas Village is free to enter.
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