Lights On The Bay 2018: Hours, Ticket Prices, Special Events

ANNAPOLIS, MD — Lights on the Bay at Sandy Point State Park outside Annapolis is open for the holiday season and plans a number of family-friendly events at the outdoor light show. The display is open from 5 to 10 p.m. and runs every night through Jan. 1, 2019. All proceeds will go directly to the SPCA to help care for the animals.

SPCA of Anne Arundel County presents the 25th annual Lights on the Bay holiday light show, featuring a two-mile scenic drive along the Chesapeake Bay with more than 70 animated and stationary displays illuminating the roadway. In addition to popular classic displays such as a colonial village inspired by historic Annapolis and one of the USNA midshipmen tossing their hats in the air, guests will also be treated to two featured displays this season: Santa’s Train Station and North Pole Penguin Village.

Children can participate in a nightly scavenger hunt, challenging them to find items within the show, answer display-related questions and enter a drawing to win prizes. As always, Santa will make an appearance on Thanksgiving Day.

Sandy Point State Park is located off Route 50, at exit 32, near the Bay Bridge. The show is open to drivers each night, weather permitting. Admission is $15 per car. Large passenger vans, mini buses and trolleys are $30. Buses are $50. Discount coupons are available through local publications and at many retail locations.

Purchase your tickets online today. Don’t forget to bring a print out of your ticket for scanning and easy access to this year’s event. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the event gates during regular hours of operation.

There are several special events for the light show:

• BrightKey Night November 23, 2018 | 5pm – 10pm
• Annapolis Cars Night November 24, 2018 | 5pm – 10pm
• Cape Ace Hardware Night November 25, 2018 | 5pm – 10pm
• Squisito Night November 30, 2018 | 5pm – 10pm
• Spoiled Rotten Dogs Night December 1, 2018 | 5pm – 10pm
• Graul’s Night December 2, 2018 | 5pm – 10pm
• Comcast and First Responders Night December 7, 2018 | 5pm – 10pm A special evening in honor of our military and first responders. Military & First Responders discounts is half off the regular admission price with proper ID.
• Liquified Creative’s Ugly Sweater Night December 9, 2018 | 5pm – 10pmWear your “ugly holiday” or seasonal sweater for a special discount $5 per car. No coupon required.

Located near Bay Bridge at 1100 East College Parkway in Annapolis, Sandy Point State Park hosts a number of activities and programs throughout the year. Find a complete list of the park's attractions and events on their website.

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