Willow Hill Lights Returns To Northbrook With 12 Nights Of Giving

NORTHBROOK, IL — Willow Hill Lights will return Nov. 13 with a new fundraising program that lets visitors support local nonprofits while taking in the holiday display.

The drive-through attraction's sixth season will feature 12 Nights of Giving, with a different organization benefiting from qualifying ticket sales on each designated evening.

The show runs through Jan. 3 at Willow Hill Golf Course, 1350 Willow Road. Organizers say the 2.5-mile route features more than 1.5 million LED lights and 400 animated displays.

Through the new program, participating nonprofits will receive a dedicated fundraising evening, promotional support, a unique ticket link and a promotional code. Donations will be tied to qualifying ticket sales, according to organizers.

"It's about bringing people together and making a difference in our community," event coordinator Susan Fraser said in a news release. "With 12 Nights of Giving, we're excited to shine a light on some wonderful organizations and give families another meaningful reason to celebrate the season with us."

The fundraising schedule includes:

• Nov. 23: Bernie’s Book Bank.
• Nov. 24: Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago.
• Nov. 25: CATCH, Community Action Together for Children’s Health.
• Nov. 29: Heartland Animal Shelter.
• Nov. 30: Kohl Children’s Museum.
• Dec. 1: Lambs Farm.
• Dec. 2: Northbrook Civic Foundation/Northbrook Days Festival.
• Dec. 3: Northfield Food Pantry.
• Dec. 7: Orphans of the Storm.
• Dec. 8: Penny Possible.
• Dec. 9: North Suburban YMCA.
• Dec. 10: Youth Services of Glenview/Northbrook.

Organizers also announced an appreciation night for veterans, active military personnel and first responders on Monday, Dec. 14, with tickets advertised at 50 percent off that day.

Regular admission is $40 per car when booked online or $50 at the gate. Admission for a limousine or bus is $100.

Hours are 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Since opening in 2021, Willow Hill Lights has welcomed more than 90,000 vehicles, according to organizers.

Tickets and information about the fundraising nights are available at willowhilllights.com.