Frequently Asked Questions
Gift of Lights – (817) 467-3620
1) What is TMS Gift of Lights? It is the largest drive-thru Light Park in Texas!
2) What time does Gift of Lights open? Everyday 6pm-10pm
3) Is Gift of Lights open year round? No, it is open November 22nd – December 30th, 2018
4) What is the cost? $5.00 Per Car, Limos/RV’s/Shuttles $5.00, Buses $5.00.
5) Are refreshments available to purchase? Yes, there will be refreshments and drinks available in Santa’s Village!
6) What will be different this year? There will be over 150 new displays, and it is locally owned and operated by Christmas by Zenith. We also have moved Santa’s Village to a 22K
7) Can I park and walk through Gift of Lights? The Drive thru is designed for you to enjoy the lights and displays from the comfort of your car, and listen to the holiday music on your radio.
8) Will there be restrooms available, if needed? Yes, we will have portable restrooms for your use. There are also restrooms at Santa’s Village.
9) Does any money go to charity? Yes, part of the proceeds will go to 4 charities. Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth, Christmas Wish, Scottish Rite Hospital, and Speedway Children’s Charities.
10) Will Santa be there, and can we take pictures with him? After you go thru the Gift of Lights, you can visit Santa’s Village and have your picture taken with Santa. He is only there until Christmas Eve, then he will back at the North Pole!
11) If I am in line at 10, will I be able to go thru? Yes, we will try to accommodate every car that is in line at 10 pm.
12) Are there any group discounts available? Since a large portion of proceeds goes to local children’s charities we are not able to give group discounts.
I purchased tickets online on 10-31-17. I only have a receipt and do not see a way to print a ticket. My order number was 2070. Do I just present my receipt at the gate for proof?
Angela, you can take your receipt of purchase for entry into the gates
Hi there, I mistakenly purchased a ticket twice online. Am I able to receive a refund for ONE ticket?
Tracy, We have gone ahead and processed a refund
Will you allow passengers to sit in the bed of a pickup truck to view the lights?
Denice, Yes that will be fine.
I am unable to purchase tickets online currently. Are tickets the same price at the gate?
Hello Olivia, yes the price is the same at the gate
Are dogs welcomed?
Hello Sara, Yes we love dogs as long as they are on a leash and are kid-friendly.
Is there a special line/entrance for people who have purchased tickets a head of time?
David, Unfortunately not but depending on when you go it should be a quick transition through.
Is the drive through on the track or just in the parking area?
It is through the parking lot, the stands and around under the track to the center section. Unfortunately driving on the track is not allowed.
How long does it take to drive through the light displays?
Depending on the amount of cars 15-30 mins. It also depends on how slow you travel so the kids can see everything!
How long does it take to drive through all the lights?
Depending on the amount of cars 15-30 mins. It also depends on how slow you travel so the kids can see everything!
Is there an express lane available?
Hello Shannon, unfortunately not. We try to get the line through as quick as possible. I would recommend a trip on the weekdays if you are interested in a small line / fast trip through the lights.
Can we take our own photos with Santa? I plan to purchase a group photo, but will I be able to take my own individual photos of my kids. I have three kids.
Jesi, I would recommend you talk with Rocky and his staff when you arrive. He is an amazing professional photographer and we know it can get very busy in Santa’s Village. I can not promise you that individual photos can be taken for free but please speak with them and he will determine what is possible. I hope to see you out here.
Will there be a movie showing on Big Hoss?
Hello Steve, TMS will be playing The Polar Express on December 16th. You can find more information on the TMS website. http://www.texasmotorspeedway.com/events/
I am bringing a 12 passenger church van what classification for tickets does it fall under.
Larry, a $25 ticket will be fine.
what do you get for your $25? is it just to get in and drive through the lights? does that include your visit to the North Pole and picture with Santa?
Terry, the $25 ticket will give you the ability to ride through the lights and arrive at Santa’s Village where you can see the Nascar race cars, Santa himself, games for the kids, food and concessions, and so much more.
Will there be 3D attractions? If so, are 3D glasses available?
There are glasses available at the gate when you buy/show your tickets.
I work in a nursing home and want to bring our residents to see the lights, Our facility van seats 14 to 16……. how do I figure out pricing and purchase appropriate ticket?
Debbie, the $25 dollar ticket would be fine.
Is the train still part of Santa’s workshop?
Jennifer, yes it is.
I purchased $25.00 this morning on line for my son and his family. My order number is #3056…I have not recieved a confirmation to my email. Can he just show the purchase number for his phone and get in?
Beth, all you will need to do is to take your confirmation to the gate.
thank you!
What other cost will be encountered in Santa’s village ?
There are a few other event or photo opportunities you could experience. Some have a cost and some do not. It does not cost anything to enter Santa’s Village other than the fee at the gate to see the lights.
How long does entry take eon a weekday. If we want to be there as you open how wale should we get to the park?
sorry about the typos that should have said how early do we need to arrive on a weekday to be one of the first ones through the park. We’re coming from about 2 hours away and want to minimize the wait times once we arrive.
Jared, we open at 6pm every day and by 6:20 or so you could be in Santa’s Village.
I won a ticket from 94.9 at the winsper opera house when I attended the grinch play but my son tour the ticket in half I have to bottom piece so my question is will that be enough to get in?
Please let me know your name and I will pass it to the people in the ticket booth. Also as a reminder to them please share this story when you come through.
Rocio Charles and thank you so much
Still haven’t received tickets to print. All I️ hade a paypal receipt only. Who can I️ call.
Take that email confirmation and that will get you in
If you purchase a ticket online do you have to use it that day?
No you can come one time any day after purchase
Do you close when it rains?
No we do not
We bought ticket online no way to print can we just bring confirmation from phone?
Yes you can
Will you still be open if it is raining?
We stay open no matter the weather.
It’s drizzling right now. Will it still be open tonight?
We stay open no matter the weather
It’s currently raining and looks that it will continue to rain throughout the night. Will you still be open for drive thru tours? Will the train impact the visibility of the lights?
Apologize for the late response but we are open no matter what the weather.
We are wanting to bring one vehicle through the lights so all of our kids can be together, is there a place we can park one of our vehicles? Also, is there a limited number of people per vehicle? Thanks!
Can we pay with credit card for everything?
What is the policy in an occasion when it rains?
Are y’all still take unwrapped toys?
Hi there I was wondering if you still provide the glasses? My colleagues mentioned they were given glasses.
I have purchased a ticket online while waiting in the line will showing my phone with my confirmation number be good enough?
We purchased and did not get an email confirmation. I paid via PayPal and took a screenshot. I sure hope that’s ok to show! We are in from out of town.
What is the military discount? Does it include veterans?
ORDERED TICKET ONLINE AND PURCHASED THROUGH PAYPAL.NO E-MAIL CONFIRMATION.CAN WE USE OUR PAYPAL RECIEPT TO ENTER ?
Take debit or credit?
Will y’all be open tonight? 12/30/17