Sparky’s
Holiday Lights

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

Upcoming Events

November 27, 28, & 29

Drive-Thru 5:30pm-9pm

December 4th & 5th

Walk-Thru/Heritage Holiday Fair 5pm -9pm

December 11, 12, & 13

Drive-Thru 5:30pm-9pm

December 3rd

Walk -Thru Krampus 5pm-9:30pm

December 6th

Drive-Thru 5:30pm-9pm

December 18th thru 24th

Drive-Thru 5:30pm-9pm

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. 27,28 & 29th
Dec. 6, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 & 24th

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

Cruise 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. 4th & 5th

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.