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LIghts of Joy Christmas Light Drive-Thru

24 Reviews 3.79 out of 5 stars Based on 24 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Branson, USA
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Overview

Discover all new displays in 2026 at the Best of Branson 2025 Gold Award Winner for Christmas Light Drive Thrus in Branson.

The Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru in Branson, Missouri packs more displays into our drive-thru than you can ever imagine: over a mile of brilliant LED light displays on both sides of the road, displays both traditional and whimsical. Santa is available on most Friday, Sat. and Sundays evenings starting at 6pm.

Located just N. of Sight and Sound Theater.

Open nightly from Nov 1st to Jan 4th, 2026 from 5pm till 11pm.

What's Included

  • Single car load to Christmas light drive thru

    Meeting Location

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    700 Expressway Lane
    Branson, MO 65616, USA

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    700 Expressway Ln

    The Lights of Joy Christmas Light Drive-Thru offers hundreds of displays that are both traditional and whimsical in a mile long plus drive thru. The Lights of Joy Christmas Drive Thru has been voted the Best of Branson Gold Award Winner 5x in a row. We remember the true meaning of Christmas with our Nativity Scene plus 8 other new themed areas. Discover Candy Canes & Poinsettias, Christmas In NY, Christmas Gardens, North Pole, Safari Christmas, 12 Days of Christmas, Penguin Holiday and our digital light tunnel.Stop in to see Santa. Santa visits Lights of Joy most every weekend on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings starting at 6pm till 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays and Sundays till 9pm. You can also visit Santa's gift shop for those fun holiday items. Santa will visit a few other nights like Thanksgiving and prior to Christmas.
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the LIghts of Joy Christmas Light Drive-Thru?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-361304P1

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    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the LIghts of Joy Christmas Light Drive-Thru?
    A:
    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
    A:
    The following is included:
    • Single car load to Christmas light drive thru.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
    A:

    This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
    A:

    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

    Apr 2025
    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
    A:

    If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

    If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

    Apr 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
    A:

    Accessibility information for the LIghts of Joy Christmas Light Drive-Thru is as follows:

    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for LIghts of Joy Christmas Light Drive-Thru will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

    Mar 2024
    Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
    A:

    Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

    Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

    If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

    Oct 2026

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    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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