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A drive-thru holiday light show in the beautiful Sullivan Catskills
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  • Partial Week: November 25 - 27; December 1 - 4, 8 - 11
    Daily: December 15 - January 1, 2023

  • 5:00-10:00 PM Last entry at 9:00 PM.

  • One ticket per carload.
  • Sullivan 180 Walkthrough Monday will take place weekly. NO drive-thru will occur on Mondays.
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Peace, Love & Lights is back, better, and brighter than ever before!

Spanning across the winter season beginning just after Thanksgiving until New Year's Day, experience drive-thru holiday winter lights on the Bethel Woods grounds from the comfort of your car. Simply turn off your headlights and follow the magical glow. There is nothing else quite like this the area.

What's Different?

NEW SCHEDULE: If you're planning to visit, we want to make sure we're open for you! This year, we will be operating on a partial schedule from November 25 thru December 11, and then daily December 15 thru January 1, 2023. 

EVEN MORE LIGHTS: We're keeping all of the themed areas you know and love, but adding displays throughout the route to marvel at! Our festival of lights has the following areas this year: 

+ New York

+ Holidays Around The World

+ Snowflake Alley

+ Christmas

+ Candy Cane Lane

+ Enchanted Forest

+ Groovy Way

EXTRA WAYS TO HAVE FUN: Whether you're sweetening the drive with a box of fresh-baked goodies, getting all your holiday shopping done, visiting The Museum, or unwinding during our first-ever Gingerbread Build & Sip, make the most of your visit to Bethel Woods with one of our creative add-ons. 

Special Offers

  • Sullivan 180 Walk-Thru Mondays

    Mondays: November 28; December 5, 12, 19, 26 | 5:00-9:00 PM (Last Entry at 7:30 PM)

    Our walk-thru experience is back! So strap on your sneakers, zip up your winter coat, and get ready for an outdoor winter exercise at our spectacular holiday lights display! 

    Due to the expanded experience, please note there is no drive-through experience on Mondays.

    Price:

    + $10 Adult (12 and older)

    + Free Youth (11 and under)

    To support the Sullivan County Federation for the Homeless, guests who bring a new, unwrapped toy will receive complimentary admission for one adult. Please note that the redemption of this offer is only available at-the-gate on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Learn more here. 

     

  • Holiday Market at Peace, Love & Lights | Saturday & Sunday, November 26-27

    12:00-7:00 PM.

    Our beloved, large-scale Holiday Market returns this year.

    Happening on the Saturday and Sunday following Thanksgiving, shop locally for everyone on your list. More than 75 craft, artisan, and specialty food vendors will be placed throughout the site, giving you access to one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, provisions, and more!

    Learn more here.

  • Holiday Market Pop-Up at Peace, Love & Lights | Fridays & Saturdays, December 2-3; 9-10; 16-17

    5:00-9:00 PM

    A unique Holiday Market pop-up experience will take place over the course of three consecutive weekends as a daytime into nighttime market with new times from 5:00-0:00 PM, giving you the chance to shop a wide selection of unique holiday gifts and support regional vendors this holiday season before or after your Peace, Love & Lights visit!

    The market is free to attend. Learn more here.

  • Gingerbread Build & Sip | December 15 & 22

    6:00-9:00 PM.

    One of the only times playing with your food is a good thing! Your ticket includes all necessary supplies to build a gingerbread house plus two glasses of wine. 

    $45 per person. | PURCHASE HERE.

  • Dasher Pass

    Skip the line Friday & Saturday! 

    Available as an add-on when you check out. 

  • Sweets & Treats Box (For 4)

    Sweeten your drive-thru experience with box of sweets for the whole car!

    Available as an add-on when you check out.  Not offered on Mondays.

  • Discounted Museum Admission During Peace, Love & Lights

    HOURS:

    Sunday-Thursday: 10AM – 9PM

    Friday & Saturday: 10AM – 10PM

    ADMISSION:

    • 10AM – 5PM: Standard Pricing (Includes Main Exhibit & Special Exhibit)
    • AFTER 5PM: $5 per person (Includes Main Exhibit Only. Special Exhibit will be closed) with valid PEACE, LOVE & LIGHTS ticket for same day. Must be purchased in-person.

    Please note that one evenings when there are Event Gallery shows (12/2, 12/11, 12/12, 12/19), The Museum building will be closed after 6PM.

Peace, Love & Lights FAQs

  • Am I purchasing for a certain time slot?

    No! The light show will open at 5PM with the gates closing at 10PM. You can come anytime during those hours.

  • Can I bring my pet in the car?

    Yes! However, no pets are allowed out of your vehicle or on the grounds.

  • Can I drive-thru more than once?

    One ticket allows you one drive thru Peace, Love & Lights. However, on Two-Time Tuesdays presented by Schmidt's Wholesale, Inc., you can drive thru twice!

  • Can I leave my vehicle?

    Please remain inside your vehicle at all times for your safety and the safety of other patrons. Photography is permitted from inside your vehicle. There is an exception during Sullivan 180 Walk-Thru Mondays. Please observe all signs and directions.

  • How long does it take?

    With the newly-expanded light show, new themed areas, and expanded existing areas, the approximate time to drive thru is about 30-35 minutes.

  • How much does it cost?

    The light show tickets are one ticket per car. 

    • Advance (Tuesday-Thursday; thru day-of at gate): $25
    • Advance (Friday-Sunday; thru day-of at gate): $30
    • At Gate (Tuesday-Thursday): $30
    • At Gate (Friday-Sunday): $35

    As a reminder, there is no drive-thru experience on Sullivan 180 Walk-Thru Mondays. Learn more here. 

  • What happens in the event of inclement weather?

    In the unlikely event of a closure due to inclement weather, we will reach out to ticket holders via email and the general public will be notified through social media and the Bethel Woods website. Tickets will be honored for a new date of your choice.

  • What is a Dasher Pass?

    A Dasher Pass allows your car to skip the line Friday and Saturday! Available as an add-on when you check-out.

  • What is a standard sized vehicle?

    Any vehicle (including SUVs & Minivans) with 3 rows of seating or less is considered a standard vehicle, if your vehicle has over 3 rows of seating, you will be subject to the Limo/Party Bus/RV pass pricing (limit to 15 passengers).

  • What is your refund policy?

    All sales are final and promotions and discounts cannot be added retroactively.

  • What precautions are being made for COVID-19?

    The drive-thru is completely contact-free! You can enjoy the entire experience from the comfort of your car. We recommend purchasing tickets in advance.

  • Will there be extended wait times on peak days and holidays?

    Yes, we anticipate peak days (Friday-Sunday) will be the busiest and the holidays, including the week of Christmas, to have extended wait times.

Disclaimer: All dates, acts, times, and ticket prices are subject to change at any time without notice. Tickets obtained from sources other than the official sites of Bethel Woods, Live Nation or Ticketmaster (our only authorized ticketing services) may be lost, stolen or counterfeit and will not be honored. We cannot refund tickets purchased from brokers or secondary sellers.