Magic of Lights at Hollywild Animal Preserve

MAGIC OF LIGHTS® RETURNS TO HOLLYWILD ANIMAL PRESERVE WITH ITS BELOVED DRIVE-THROUGH HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR, BIGGER AND BRIGHTER THAN EVER Opening November 21, 2025 Tickets available NOW at Magicoflights.com (Upstate, SC) The holiday season shines brighter than ever with the return of Magic of Lights. Hollywild Animal Preserve will transform into a breathtaking winter wonderland featuring a spectacular drive-through light display and the enchanting Santa’s Village. This beloved tradition opens November 21 and runs through January 3, 2026. Ticket on Sale now! Presented by Family Entertainment Live, Magic of Lights returns for its fourth year at Hollywild, turning the preserve into the Upstate’s ultimate holiday destination. Guests can explore Santa’s Village, drive through South Carolina’s longest light tunnel, snap photos with Santa and the Grinch, explore the Enchanted Deer Forest, and indulge in treats at Santa’s Sweet Delights bakery. “Magic of Lights has become a treasured holiday tradition for families across Upstate South Carolina,” said Ken Hudgens, CEO of Family Entertainment Live. “We’re proud to return to Hollywild Animal Preserve and continue spreading the joy, wonder, and togetherness that make this season so special.” Lucia Meeks, owner of Hollywild Animal Preserve, added: “Hollywild is about connecting families, nature, and animals. Hosting Magic of Lights brings that mission to life during the holidays. Seeing the preserve sparkle with lights and excitement is truly magical. thrilled to welcome families back again this year.” Visitors will experience the most beloved holiday scenes from the comfort of their vehicles, including Prehistoric Christmas, Winter Wonderland, 12 Days of Christmas, Toyland, festive Elves, and Reindeer Road. Highlights include the awe-inspiring 200-foot Enchanting Tunnel of Lights and additional illuminated tunnels that create a dazzling holiday journey. Can’t-miss attractions include the 32-foot animated Mattel’s Waving Christmas Barbie®, life-sized dinosaurs in Prehistoric Christmas, and the legendary BIGFOOT® Monster Truck display. With more than two million lights, Magic of Lights promises a heartwarming holiday experience that creates lasting memories for the whole family. Santa’s Village offers the Upstate’s only walk-through holiday wonderland. Families can feed and interact with camels, alpacas, miniature horses, pigs, sheep, goats, and even a baby kangaroo, snap photos with Santa, visit the Grinch, enjoy holiday treats, and cozy up by the bonfire for s’mores. More than a stop along the way, Santa’s Village is a holiday tradition in the making. QUICK FACTS – MAGIC OF LIGHTS • 2+ million lights illuminate each experience • 12.6 miles of light cord power each event • 3,750 staff hours to construct each display • 800 steel frameworks built from CAD designs, combined in massive holiday scenes • 10 miles of steel and 10 miles of LED lighting per installation, featuring 10 distinct colors • Magnificent scenes, including Mattel’s Waving Christmas Barbie, soar up to 32 feet tall WHEN: Magic of Lights dazzles daily starting at 5:30PM Opening November 21st through January 3rd WHERE: Hollywild Animal Preserve – 2325 Hampton Road, Wellford, SC 29385 TICKETS: ON SALE NOW! Family friendly ticket prices available! For a complete schedule and to purchase tickets, visit MagicofLights.com

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