Holiday Lights 2024

 November 29 – December 30

 6 – 9:30 p.m. 

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Join us, as we transform into a mesmerizing winter wonderland illuminated with holiday lights and enchanting displays. Step aboard the Paradise & Pacific Railroad and embark on a journey through this captivating seasonal spectacle. Don’t miss your chance to create cherished memories with loved ones.

To ensure a delightful experience for all, the event will feature limited capacity. The park and playground will close at 5 p.m., and entry will be restricted to ticket holders only for the event.

Choose from the following entry times:

6 p.m.

7 p.m.

8 p.m. *Select weeknights are only $10* Purchase $10 tickets here!

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of your selected time slot to ensure smooth entry. Guests will not be admitted before their chosen time.

Ticket Information

  • Tickets are $15 per person
  • Free admission for children two years old and younger
  • Includes train and carousel rides
  • Food and drinks available for purchase at Hartley’s General Store
  • Glow-up miniature golf (weather permitting)
  • Model Railroad Building will be open for viewing our tiniest trains

Secure your spot by purchasing tickets online via ActiveNet, starting November 1 at 8 a.m. If you don’t have an ActiveNet account, you’ll need to create one to purchase tickets.

For group tickets of 15 or more, please contact us at therailroadpark@scottsdaleaz.gov.

Members will receive a 50% discount on tickets.

Create your ActiveNet account here.

Please contact us at therailroadpark@scottsdaleaz.gov if you have any questions regarding your tickets!!

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There will be no Holiday Lights on 12/5, 12/24 & 12/25. 

Adaptive Services Night

Thursday, Nov. 21 | 6 – 8 p.m.

Register Here for Adaptive Service Night!

***This event is for Adaptive Recreation participants and their families.***

Join Adaptive Recreation for an exclusive family night at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park’s Annual Holiday Lights experience! Enjoy train and carousel rides, connect with the community, and kick-start your holiday season.
 
Note: Pre-registration is required by 11:59pm on Tuesday, November 19. There is no onsite registration the night of the event.
Scottsdale Residents: $5; Non-Scottsdale Residents: $10
 
*Everyone who attends, including parents/guardians and caregivers, must be registered.*

Member Night

Friday, Nov. 22 | 6 – 9 p.m.

Register Here for Member Night!

The Railroad Park sincerely appreciates the continued support of our valued members. As a thank you, we would like to cordially invite you to a free night of Holiday Lights.
  • Members will be required to register online via ActiveNet to attend and will have a choice of 6 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. as an arrival time.
  • All members will be able to reserve up to 4 tickets. Kids 2 and younger always enter for free, so you don’t need to include them in your ticket count.
  • If you have paid for a membership with 5 or more people, please email us at therailroadpark@scottsdaleaz.gov and a member of our staff will assist with getting you registered.
  • We will not be selling tickets this year for additional family members that want to attend Members Night. This will help limit the crowd size and maintain wait times.
  • Members will receive a 50% discount on tickets for all other Holiday Lights nights.
You will not need to have any digital or printed tickets to enter the event. When you arrive your name will be on a list at our check-in table.