Celebrate Christmas Under A Million Lights At Glow Eugene 2024

by | Dec 6, 2024 | Adventures, Christmas, Entertainment, Eugene, Events, Family Fun, Featured, Festivals, Holidays, Things To Do, Travel, Willamette Valley

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A million glowing lights, visits with Santa, good food, and great photo opportunities - this is one Christmas event you don't want to miss this year!

Ready to light up your holidays? Glow Eugene is back, and this year’s celebration is bigger, brighter, and even more magical than ever before. Imagine strolling through a wonderland of over one million sparkling lights, with a theme that takes you on a whimsical journey "Around the World." Glow Eugene is an exciting, indoor holiday experience that the whole family can enjoy!

Lights, Crafts, Food And More - Glow Eugene 2024

An enormous light up globe with the word 'Glow' written in Christmas lights in front of it.
Photo via the Glow Eugene Facebook page.

When you arrive at Glow Eugene, you'll step into a fully covered holiday festival bursting with family-friendly activities and dazzling displays. From twinkling light tunnels and LED swings to an interactive indoor playground, there’s something for everyone here.

An enormous light display that looks like the Taj Mahal.
Photo via the Glow Eugene Facebook page.

Adventurous spirits can try their hand at snowball and axe throwing, and scavenger hunters will love exploring six globally themed “countries” to collect passport stamps since this year's theme is 'Glow Around The World.'

A huge red and gold Asian gate with a red Chinese dragon in the background.
Photo via the Glow Eugene Facebook page.

You and your family will take a magical tour across continents at Glow Eugene: gaze at a glowing Eiffel Tower, marvel at the illuminated Taj Mahal, and admire the charm of London’s Tower Bridge. The world has never felt so festive!

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Children's Activities At Glow Eugene

Santa Clause sits in a richly decorated red and bronze throne with his hands held together, looking excited to greet children.
Photo via the Glow Eugene Facebook page.

Kids will love LED hopscotch, the bouncy farm, and the glowing indoor playground at the event. If they're feeling crafty, the kids’ craft corner is a great spot to let their creativity shine. They can also pen a letter to Santa, and visit with Santa Clause himself, as well as meet favorite princesses like Cinderella and Elsa. From the snow throwing booth, to colorful swings, there’s no shortage of excitement to keep the kiddos entertained all night long.

Three young children walk through a large white light tunnel created from Christmas lights.
Photo via the Glow Eugene Facebook page.

Tip: Glow Eugene is a great place to snap some quick holiday photos with your loved ones! Capture memories in interactive hanging picture frames or under the twinkling glow of hanging lights. This holiday event is bursting with special spots for that perfect selfie.

Festive Food And Live Entertainment

A light up display that looks like the London Bridge, with a red British style phone booth.
Photo via the Glow Eugene Facebook page.

No holiday celebration is complete without delicious treats. Warm up with hot chocolate or indulge in mini donuts, kettle corn, or nachos. For a heartier bite, grab tacos or corndogs. Meanwhile, local musicians will keep the festive spirit alive with live performances throughout the event.

A huge light up red and gold Chinese dragon.
Photo via the Glow Eugene Facebook page.

How long should I plan to spend at Glow Eugene? There’s no time limit on how long you can stay, but most visitors spend about two hours soaking in the magic.

Glow Eugene 2024 Information

A massive gold Christmas ornament that you can walk through created from Christmas lights.
Photo via the Glow Eugene Facebook page.

What’s Included in a ticket to Glow Eugene? Almost everything at Glow is covered in your ticket price. From visiting Santa to live music performances and the indoor playground, your admission is packed with value. Food, drinks, and the optional cookie-decorating class are available for an extra cost.

  • Location: Lane Events Center, 796 W 13th Ave, in Eugene, Oregon.
  • Dates: December 4 – December 29, 2024
  • Tickets:
    • Children (ages 3–12) and seniors: $14.99
    • Adults: $19.99
    • Family ticket (2 adults, 3 kids): $69.99
    • VIP adult pass: $49.99
    • Children under 3: Free
    • Note: Tickets are only available online. Tickets are timed entry and date specific, so get yours in advance so you can snag the date and time you wish to visit.
  • Get more information at the Glow Eugene website and Facebook page.
A woman sits on a red light up swing with softly glowing yellow Christmas lights hanging down in the background.
Photo via the Glow Eugene Facebook page.

Between the enchanting light displays, fun attractions, and festive atmosphere, Glow Eugene promises a holiday experience like no other. Whether you’re looking for a fun family outing, a date-night destination, or just a place to bask in the magic of the season, Glow Eugene delivers. Make this December one to remember!


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Written By Jessica Tomlinson

Jessica Tomlinson is a native Oregonian currently living in Southern Oregon. She has been blogging since 2006. She loves nature, photography, hiking, camping, and exploring Oregon's wilds.

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