Holiday Lights

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Holiday Lights transforms Kennywood into a winter wonderland full of festive fun and activities!

Location: Lagoon Area
Times: 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:00 PM, 7:30 PM, 8:00 PM & 8:30 PM

The area surrounding the Lagoon comes to life with an amazing spectacle of lights choreographed to your favorite holiday songs. There are two different versions of the Kennywood Holiday Lights Show, so be sure to enjoy both performances! Each show lasts 10 minutes.

Location: Garden Stage
Times: 6:15 PM, 7:15 PM & 8:15 PM

Kennywood is proud to present a variety of holiday performances by local choir and dance groups. Grab a hot chocolate and a seat!

Location: 4D Theater
Times: Every 15 - 20 Minutes

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 4D uses the same stop motion animation as the beloved television classic to deliver a visually brilliant experience true to the story that has charmed audiences for generations. Join Rudolph, Hermey the Elf and their friends on this epic adventure.

Location: Next to Pizza Warehouse
Time: 5:45 PM

During the holidays Kennywood is home to the largest Christmas tree in Pennsylvania! Gather near Pizza Warehouse or elsewhere in the park’s Lagoon area and watch as 90 feet of holiday goodness lights up the sky!

Location: Kennyville Stage
Times: 5:30 PM, 7:00 PM & 8:30 PM

Prepare to be a part of the show as Doc Dixon gets the audience involved during this very special magic show full of holiday fun!

Location: Kennyville Stage
Times: 6:30 PM & 8:00 PM

Join Kennywood’s one-of-a-kind mascot, Parker, and a few of his friends from parks near and far in a fun-filled dancing and singing party featuring some of your favorite holiday tunes!

Location: Kennyville Stage
Time: 7:30 PM

Gather around each evening as a local Pittsburgh celebrity shares their rendition of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas.

Location: Between the Jack Rabbit and Racer

Share your Christmas wishes with the Man in the Red Suit – and capture a memory!

Location: Penny Arcade

The Pittsburgh Independent Hi-Railers set up one of Pittsburgh's best holiday train displays every year at Kennywood's Holiday Lights! Taking over the Penny Arcade, this railroad village features pop culture nods, mini-sized Kennywood rides, and more! Don't miss it!

Location: Parkside Cafeteria

The Parkside Café is your stop for holiday fun! Stop by to write a letter to Santa, then decorate some holiday cookies to take home and leave for the Big Guy!