Going to see the Trail of Lights in Zilker Park is such a fun holiday experience! But waiting in line, of course, isn’t exactly the fun part. Before you make plans to go this year, you should know that you can skip the lines with a ZiP Fast Pass and get into the Trail of Lights at 6:15 p.m.  — well before the crowds head in at 7 p.m. And even if you arrive at the park after opening, you can still head to the front of the line through the ZiP entry tent. Do512 Family has a 4-pack of ZiP Fast Passes to give away! Enter at the bottom of the page.

 

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There so much to explore at the Trail of Lights!  Kids will enjoy a ferris wheel, an interactive area with crafts, photo opportunities, a visit with Santa, delicious food and much more. Don’t miss:
  • Armadillo Alley: Write your letter to Santa and post it to the North Pole at the mailbox or make a special holiday keepsake at the craft tent. On your way out of Armadillo Alley, stop by the UT Globe and watch performances at the Community Performance Stage.
  • North Pole: Share your holiday wish list with Santa at Santa’s House, pick up a free book from the H-E-B Read 3 Book Train and stop in Santa’s Workshop for photo and a variety of interactive experiences.
  • Zilker Village: Cozy up to the Yule Log, the Trail of Lights original tradition. Be sure to walk through Candyland for candy making demonstrations (click here to view a schedule) and don’t leave before you write your holiday wish for Austin at the Wishing Wall!

– Admission and Schedule:
The Trail of Lights is open from Dec. 7-21. With the purchase of a ZiP Pass ($15), trail-goers can enter the Trail starting at 6:15 p.m. Admission is Free Monday–Thursday and $3 on Friday, Saturday & Sunday. The Preview Party will be held on Friday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. and tickets can be purchased for $$25. On Saturday, Dec. 6, there will be a 5K Fun Run at 7 p.m., and you can register online here.

– Parking & FAQ:
Be sure to check the Trail of Lights Insider’s Guide for tips, a map, and parking information.

— ZiP Pass Giveaway! Feeling lucky? We’ve got a family 4-pack of ZiP Passes to give away to one lucky Do512 Family Reader. Enter below.

This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to our winner and thanks to everyone who entered!