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Magical Winter Lights
They say everything is bigger than Texas. So it is only fitting that one of the biggest, best lantern festivals is taking place in the Houston, Texas area!
Yes, Magical Winter Lights is back this holiday season. And as the winner of the 2019 Great Christmas Light Fight TV show on ABC, this is a really great event.
This time, though, it has been moved from Houston to nearby Katy Mills in Katy, Texas. But you can still expect the same big holiday spirit!
Magical Winter Lights will be taking place from November 17, 2023, through January 7, 2024. It includes 100 themed sets, nightly live performances, rides and more. Today, we will go over all the great attractions and tell you how you can save money on admission.
Lantern Attractions
This is a lantern festival, so there are over 60 beautiful lantern displays. There are even different sections with amazing themes.
The Village
The Village is where you’ll find beautifully lit Christmas tree lanterns. The area is inspired by the Christmas town squares you would find in a lot of European towns.
Houston
Magical Winter Lights pays tribute to its host city in the Houston section! Houston is considered one of the most ethnically diverse cities in America and you will see what makes Houston special in this section.
The Space
There is also a Space Center section! There you will get to enjoy the Space Maze, Space Wall and see UFOs!
Dinosaur Kingdom
Dinosaur remains were discovered more than 2,000 years ago in the Sichuan province of China. You’ll learn about the history of dinosaurs in The Dino exhibit. You will also see beautiful life-size prehistoric dinosaurs in this section.
The Sea
The mysteries of the ocean are on full display at The Sea. You will see colorful sealife like giant jellyfish and coral. You can see a mermaid at a grotto. And you will see how it would feel to be eaten by a shark in the interactive shark mouth picture frame! That’s a picture you’ll definitely want to put on social media.
The Ice
You’ll find the Ice Sisters and their beautiful ice castle at the Ice section. You will also see icicles, canyons, snow trees, and penguins.
The Kingdom
The magic really begins at the Kingdom. This is where you let your imagination come to life as you look at the cutting-edge lantern art.
Carnival Rides & Games
As if the lanterns weren’t enough, carnival rides and games are available here! This includes a Flying Dumbo ride and an 87-foot tall gondola Ferris Wheel. Please note that admission to the rides and games are not included in your regular admission.
Character Experiences
Ice Sisters
Remember how I mentioned the Ice Sisters before? Well, you are able to meet them at this event!
Santa & Mrs. Claus
You can get you or your child’s picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus at this event. This is even included in the cost of your admission!
Sea Princess
This year you also get to meet the Sea Princess! She looks surprisingly similar to a mermaid you might be familiar with named Ariel.
Coupon
Looking to save money on your ticket? Buy your ticket here and you can save. This ticket includes admission into the lantern displays, acrobatic performances and your photo with Santa & Mrs. Claus.
