Demarest Farms in Hillsdale, a family farm best known for apple picking, turns its orchards into a drive-through light show each holiday season. The route winds through 32 acres of lit-up trees, and afterward there’s a farm market, Santa photos, s’mores and cocoa by a fire pit.
In 2025 it ran on select dates from November 22 to December 30. Expect a similar schedule for 2026; tickets are sold online.
Quick Facts
| Typical season | Select nights, late November through December 30 |
|---|---|
| Where | Demarest Farms, 244 Wierimus Rd, Hillsdale, NJ |
| Format | Drive-through, timed tickets per car |
It’s one of the closest drive-through shows to New York City, about 40 minutes from the George Washington Bridge. Pair it with the Bergen County Zoo lanterns on another night.
About Demarest Farms
Demarest Farms in Hillsdale, Bergen County, has been a family farm for generations. It’s best known for apple and pumpkin picking in the fall and its farm market, which sells baked goods, cider donuts and seasonal produce.
Tips
- Buy timed tickets online in advance.
- Stop at the farm market for holiday treats.
- Weeknights are the least crowded.
Getting There
Hillsdale is about 40 minutes from the George Washington Bridge. Note that Bergen County’s blue laws affect store hours on Sundays, so check the farm’s hours.
More in New Jersey
See New Jersey Christmas lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Orchard of Lights at Demarest Farms?
On select nights from late November through December 30 (2025 dates: Nov 22 – Dec 30).
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