Daytona Speedway Magic of Lights is a spectacular drive-through holiday light experience that takes place each year at the world-renowned Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. This magical event allows visitors to experience the joy and wonder of the holiday season in a unique and memorable way. As visitors enter the speedway, they are immediately immersed in a stunning display of over two million sparkling lights. The lights are strategically placed along the track, illuminating the entire area with a dazzling array of colors and designs. From enchanting snowflakes and twinkling trees to animated characters and festive scenes, every inch of the speedway is transformed into a winter wonderland. The Magic of Lights event offers something for everyone.
Additional Times
Nov 23-26 | 7:00 – 10:00 PM
Dec 1 | 7:00 – 10:00 PM
Family Entertainment Holdings, LLC is a diversified, entertainment holding company that develops family-oriented live events including Magic of Lights , an outdoor holiday lights drive-through experience produced at venues throughout North America and Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live, showcasing a toys-to-life show of Mattel s legendary Hot Wheels Monster Trucks show presented across North America, Europe and elsewhere internationally. About Daytona International Speedway Daytona International Speedway is a state-of-the-art motorsports facility and was awarded the SportsBusiness Journal s prestigious Sports Business Award for Sports Facility of the Year in 2016.
The Magic of Lights event offers something for everyone. Families can pile into their cars and drive through the light display at their own pace, while marveling at the breathtaking sights. Children and adults alike will be captivated by the whimsical and elaborate light show, which is synchronized to holiday music.
Magic of Lights Returns to Illuminate Daytona International Speedway This Holiday Season
Daytona, FL. – This holiday season will be even brighter, merrier and more colorful as Magic of Lights returns and transforms Daytona International Speedway into a vibrant drive-through holiday-themed light display. The festive event kicks off Nov. 17 and runs through Dec. 31.
Produced by Family Entertainment Holdings, LLC, “Magic of Lights” will return for the 7th annual year, featuring dozens of displays, festive favorites, and digital animation, all constructed with millions of individual LED lights to create a memorable holiday experience for the whole family.
“We are excited to return Magic of Lights to the Daytona community for the 7th annual year as its become apart of the local annual holiday tradition,” says Ken Hudgens, CEO of Family Entertainment Holdings, LLC. “Our innovative creative team has designed a drive-through holiday wonderland light experience that promises to dazzle and delight guests of all ages.”
“Magic of Lights brings the joy of the holiday season to life, and we love being able to share that joy at The World Center of Racing,” said Daytona International Speedway President Frank Kelleher. “We pride ourselves in being a place for friends and family to come together, and to do so in such a unique and colorful way, especially this time of year, is really special.”
Inside the comfort of their own vehicle, guests will enjoy Magic of Lights’ classic holiday favorites including Winter Wonderland, the 12 Days of Christmas, Toyland, festive Elves and Reindeer Road. In addition to the 200 foot long Enchanting Tunnel of Lights, there will also be other new light tunnels to delight and amaze.
Other illuminated displays include the 32-foot-tall animated Mattel’s Waving Christmas Barbie®, Prehistoric Christmas featuring life sized dinosaurs celebrating the season, and the legendary BIGFOOT® Monster Truck. Created with over two million sparkling lights, Magic of Lights is a nostalgic and festive event everyone will enjoy.
Guests can also stop and take Santa photos for a magical experience.
A new augmented reality feature will be introduced this year as well to make the magical experience even more interactive, with details set to be released in November.
QUICK FACTS – MAGIC OF LIGHTS
2+ million lights per Magic of Lights event
12.6 miles of light cord per Magic of Lights event
3,750 staff hours to set up each Magic of Lights event
The steel displays are designed, bent, cut and welded into about 800 frames that are combined in different configurations to create each show’s giant winter holiday scenes. Each frame of each scene is designed using the latest CAD technology and hand built in-house from 15 pages of design specifications each.
Each Magic of Lights show uses about 10 miles of steel to build the displays and 10 miles of LED lighting installed inside the displays, there are 10 different colors of LED bulbs used in the shows.
Scenes, such as the animated Mattel’s Waving Christmas Barbie, are as high as 32 ft. tall and as long as several hundred feet.
Magic of Lights shines daily from 6pm-10pm beginning Nov. 17 through
Dec. 31. Tickets for this colorful seasonal event go on sale Tuesday, Oct. 3 and tickets are priced per vehicle.
For a complete schedule and to purchase tickets, visit MagicOfLights.com/Daytona
About Daytona International Speedway
Daytona International Speedway is a state-of-the-art motorsports facility and was awarded the SportsBusiness Journal’s prestigious Sports Business Award for Sports Facility of the Year in 2016. Daytona International Speedway is the home of The Great American Race – the DAYTONA 500. Though the season-opening NASCAR Cup Series event garners most of the attention – as well as the largest audience in motorsports – the approximately 500-acre motorsports complex, also known as the World Center of Racing, boasts the most diverse schedule of racing on the globe. Some of the exciting racing events include January’s Rolex 24 At DAYTONA and Roar Before The Rolex 24, February’s DAYTONA 500 and Speedweeks Presented by AdventHealth, March’s Bike Week At DAYTONA Presented By Monster Energy, featuring DAYTONA Supercross and the DAYTONA 200, the August Coke Zero Sugar 400 weekend, and much more. The Speedway grounds are also used extensively for other events that include concerts (Welcome to Rockville, Heroes Honor Festival, etc.), sporting events (DAYTONA Soccer Fest, CLASH DAYTONA, etc.) civic and social gatherings, car shows, photo shoots, production vehicle testing and police motorcycle training.
About Family Entertainment Holdings, LLC
Family Entertainment Holdings, LLC is a diversified, entertainment holding company that develops family-oriented live events including Magic of Lights ®, an outdoor holiday lights drive-through experience produced at venues throughout North America and Hot Wheels® Monster Trucks Live, showcasing a toys-to-life show of Mattel’s legendary Hot Wheels Monster Trucks show presented across North America, Europe and elsewhere internationally. The Company is headquartered in New York, NY. For more information visit familyentertainmentlive.com.
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This synchronized display adds an extra level of enchantment, creating a truly immersive and magical experience. In addition to the stunning light displays, the Daytona Speedway Magic of Lights event also features other festive activities and attractions. Visitors can enjoy holiday-themed concessions, take part in a visit with Santa Claus, or even go ice skating. There are also opportunities for families to give back to the community by participating in charitable initiatives that are often part of the event. The Daytona Speedway Magic of Lights is an annual event that brings joy and holiday spirit to thousands of visitors each year. It offers a unique and immersive way to celebrate the holiday season, while also allowing families to create lasting memories together. Whether you're a local resident or visiting from out of town, this magical light display is a must-see attraction that is sure to fill your heart with holiday cheer..
Reviews for "Discover the Magic of the Daytona Speedway Holiday Light Display"
1. Maria Gonzalez - ★★☆☆☆
I was really disappointed with the Daytona Speedway Magic of Lights. The light displays were underwhelming and lacked creativity. I expected a magical and mesmerizing experience, but it felt like I was just driving through a poorly illuminated parking lot. The limited number of light installations and repetitive patterns made the whole experience quite dull. I wouldn't recommend spending your money on this event if you're looking for a truly captivating light show.
2. John Smith - ★☆☆☆☆
The Daytona Speedway Magic of Lights was a major letdown. The entire event felt disorganized and poorly planned. The light displays were scattered and unimpressive, with minimal effort put into creating a visually stunning experience. The drive-through route was confusing, and the lack of signs made it difficult to navigate. Overall, it was a waste of time and money, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable holiday light show.
3. Emily Johnson - ★★☆☆☆
I had high expectations for the Daytona Speedway Magic of Lights, but unfortunately, it fell short. The light displays were mediocre at best, lacking the wow factor I was hoping for. The entire experience felt rushed, as if they threw together a few random light installations without much thought or creativity. Additionally, the pricing was quite steep for what was offered. There are definitely better options out there for those seeking a truly enchanting holiday light display.
4. Robert Thompson - ★☆☆☆☆
The Daytona Speedway Magic of Lights was a major disappointment. The light displays were lackluster and unimpressive, leaving me feeling underwhelmed. It felt as though they simply strung a few lights around the speedway without any real effort to create a captivating spectacle. The lack of variety and creativity in the displays made it feel more like a cheap roadside attraction than a magical holiday event. Save your money and find a better light show to attend.