Sparky’s
Holiday Lights

Fri., Sat., and Sun. nights 11/28-12/24
**Bonus nights 12/22-12/24**

Gather your loved ones and kick off the season—Holiday Lights at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds.

Located at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds:
2601 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076

Sparky, a cartoon snowman wearing a Santa hat, holding a colorful string of Christmas lights with a smiling face, stick eyes, and an orange carrot nose.

Meet Sparky

Sparky is here to light up the nights (and your smiles) at this year's magical drive-thru and walk-thru holiday event. Keep an eye out as Sparky leads the way through thousands of twinkling displays and spreading cheer.

Join us for the Holiday Lights at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, and say hello to Sparky—helping you make bright new memories this holiday season!

Nighttime view of a Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds decorated with colorful Christmas lights, including illuminated gingerbread figures, reindeer, Christmas trees, and a large wooden windmill wrapped with multicolored lights.

Drive-thru

Nov. 28th - Dec. 24th

*BONUS NIGHTS* Dec. 22-24

Experience the magic of the season from the comfort of your car at Sparky’s Holiday Lights drive-thru!

  • Cruise over half a mile through the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, surrounded by stunning light displays

  • Keep warm and cozy, enjoy holiday tunes, and make memories your whole family will cherish.

Walk-thru

Dec. 5th and 6th

Step into the magic of Sparky’s Holiday lights walk-thru experience for 2 nights only!

Wander through a dazzling winter wonderland at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, illuminated by hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights and festive displays.

Perfect for families, date nights, and friend outings—grab a warm cup of cocoa, savor your favorite festive treats, and shop the Holiday Faire for great gifts for your family and friends.

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