Make your visit to the Holiday Lights Drive even more magical with Activity Nights! Think meet-and-greets with mischievous holiday characters, photo ops, crafts for kids, and sweet seasonal treats. Snap a picture with Santa, meet real reindeer and unicorns, or join themed nights like the Polar Express Pajama Party and Snazzy Sweater Celebration.
2026 Activity Nights
November 28- December 31 2026
December 1 | Unicorns Under the Lights sponsored by CHI St. Alexius Health
A little extra magic is coming to the Holiday Lights Drive! Visit the Keel Boat parking lot to meet these enchanting unicorns up close.
December 3 | Bumbbles Big Night Out sponsored by Fisher Orthodontics
Keep your eyes peeled—Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster might be hiding among the twinkling lights… or standing right beside your car!
December 5 | Squishies and Holiday Wishes sponsored by Creedence
A little squishy surprise to go with all the holiday magic! Pick up a fun squishy at the ticket booth and enjoy a drive through the twinkling lights!
December 6 | Cowboy & Space Ranger Christmas sponsored by Typhoon Excavation, Inc.
To infinity and beyond… with a little cowboy Christmas magic! Pick up a fun themed craft at the ticket booth.
December 8 |A Very Merry Mean Green Meet & Greet sponsored by Red Rock Ford
He's sneaky, he's sassy, and he's definitely green. Step inside the Keel Boat to snap a photo with everyone's favorite grump!
December 10 | Festive Sweater Night sponsored by Stallion Infrastructure Services
The more outrageous, the better! Show off your festive sweater at the ticket booth and receive a merry make-and-take craft.
December 11 | Sirens & Snowflakes sponsored by Equipment Share
Williston's local heroes are lighting things up! Meet first responders and explore their emergency vehicles parked at the Keel Boat parking lot
December 14 | Reindeer Round-Up sponsored by Williston Community Builders
Santa's reindeer have landed in Williston! Visit the Keel Boat parking lot to meet these magical guests up close.
December 15 | Polar Express Pajama Party sponsored by Mountrail-Williams Electric Cooperative and Basin Electric Power Cooperative
All aboard! Wear your coziest pajamas and stop by the Keel Boat for hot cocoa straight from the North Pole.
December 16 | Mean, Green & On the Loose sponsored by Wolla Trucking and Wolla Oilfield Services
Someone green is on the move again! See if you can spot him causing mischief among the lights.
December 17 | Pics with Saint Nick sponsored by Western Cooperative Credit Union
Santa's in the house! Stop by the Keel Boat to say hello to Saint Nick and snap a holiday keepsake.
December 20 | Luminary Sunday sponsored by Gate City Bank
A glowing tradition returns! Hundreds of luminary bags light up the roadway, adding a warm, candlelit glow to your drive through the park.
December 22 | Goats, Pajamas & Holiday Magic sponsored by Liberty Energy
Put on your favorite cozy pajamas and come meet some adorable goats dressed in their holiday jammies!
December 24 | The Great Elf Send-Off sponsored by City of Williston Economic Development
The elves are clocking out on Christmas Eve! Spot them celebrating throughout the park and finish your Elf on the Shelf Bingo card before they fly home to the North Pole.
December 27 | Do You Wanna Build a Snowman? sponsored by Industrial Automation & Communication Systems
No snow? No problem! Pick up your snowman at the ticket booth and enjoy a little holiday crafting fun at home.
December 29 | Holiday Superhero Headquarters sponsored by Williston Convention & Visitors Bureau
Suit up for a super-powered celebration! Meet a few of your favorite superheroes inside the Keel Boat.
December 30 | Free Car Night sponsored by Triangle Electric
Enjoy free admission for all vehicles.
December 31 | Summertime in the Snow sponsored by American Petroleum Institute Williston Basin Chapter
End the year on a bright note! Grab a glow stick at the ticket booth and cruise through the lights for one last twinkle of 2026.