Massanutten Resort - Light Up the Park!

Massanutten's Light Up the Park is back!! Experience the enchantment of the season and create memories with friends and family as you explore the stunning light displays at the Outdoor WaterPark. Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa while strolling through the snowflake tunnel, play in the interactive orb field, and snap photos on the ice throne. The dancing tree show is something you won’t want to miss.

NEW THIS YEAR! Make sure to visit Santa’s Workshop for family-friendly fun! Enjoy creating three holiday-themed crafts featuring build your own gingerbread house, reindeer antlers, and a Christmas tree ornament plus receive 3D glasses to enhance the magic of Light Up the Park!—all for just $10. These crafts are best suited for ages 3 - 12.

On select days, Santa will be at Light Up the Park! to spread holiday cheer! These dates are marked with a Santa emoji on the PDF calendar on the below hours & rates tab.

Hour & Rates
FAQs

Hour & Rates

UPDATE 11.22.24 @ 2 PM - Due to weather, Light Up the Park! is cancelled for 11.22.24.

Hours

Click to view hours here.
Light Up the Park! hours may be subject to change due to weather conditions.

In-person tickets will be available for purchase starting at opening until 30 minutes prior to close. No guests are allowed to check into the park less than 30 minutes before close.

Rates

Advance rates are only available online and must be purchased at least one day in advance. Dates and times are subject to selling out. Buy early to secure your spot and save!

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Early Season Rates
	Advance	In-Person
Adult (13+)	$16	$20
Junior (3 -12)	$12	$15
2 & Under	Free	Free

Standard Season Rates
	Advance	In-Person
Adult (13+)	$18	$23
Junior (3 -12)	$14	$18
2 & Under	Free	Free

Holiday Season Rates
	Advance	In-Person
Adult (13+)	$20	$25
Junior (3 -12)	$16	$20
2 & Under	Free	Free

Group Rates

Groups (20+)
Early	$12
Standard	$13
Holiday	Not Offered

Groups must book at least one week in advance. To book your group, call 540.437.3387 or email waterpark@massresort.com.

FAQs

Q: Does everyone need to purchase a ticket to enter?
A: Almost everyone needs a ticket to enter. Light Up the Park! offer Junior (Ages 3 – 12) and Adult (Ages 13+) tickets. Ages 2 and under are free and do not require a pre purchased ticket to guarantee admission.

Q: Do I need to purchase tickets in advance?
A: It is strongly recommended that tickets are purchased in advance online as it is highly anticipated that most Entry Time Session will sell out, especially around the holidays. Each Entry Time Session has a limited number of tickets, purchase your ticket(s) now. As a bonus, online tickets are a lower rate than those offered at the gate.

Q: Will there be food and beverages available?
A: Yes, The Chill Grill Slide Side will open serving snacks and beverages. A hot chocolate sounds delicious. For guests looking for a full meal, we encourage you to plan to visit Splash’s Bar & Grill during your trip to Light Up the Park!

Q: Will Light Up the Park! not open as scheduled or close unexpectedly?
A: The goal is to open and operate as schedule through the season, but inclement weather and the unexpected can impact operations and we prioritize guest and employee safety. If Light Up the Park! is unable to open or operate as scheduled notice will be posted on Massanutten Resort’s Facebook page as well as on Light Up the Park! webpage and full refunds will be processed.

Q: Is Light Up the Park! accessible?
A: Light Up the Park! is located at the Outdoor WaterPark. The light experience is designed to be enjoyed from the concrete walkways throughout the outdoor park. The entrance area, while flat, is on gravel.