Lights Under Louisville at Mega Cavern hours, dates, cost and tickets

Nov 04, 2024

Don't miss your chance to experience the only underground Christmas light show in the world. Lights Under Louisville, located in the Louisville Mega Cavern, is a magical drive-through holiday light show situated 100 feet below ground.

"Because we are underground we're dark all the time which means you can come any time," said Lauren Parker, senior director of marketing of Louisville Mega Cavern. "You don't have to wait until the sun goes down to experience this incredible holiday light experience."

The 2024 underground wonderland offers a unique holiday experience with over seven million points of light illuminating the cavern’s vast spaces. Lights Under Louisville includes themed displays, lasers, and favorite seasonal characters all synced to holiday music.

"I am not sure if people are aware of this but we change our Christmas light show every single year," said Charles Park, executive vice president of Louisville Mega Cavern. "Year over year, you will never have the same experience."

This year's event is open daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and offers flexible drive-through options. You can drive your car through Louisville’s holiday light spectacular or, if you have a larger group, bring your chartered vehicle or book a formal tour. Whichever way you choose to visit, you’re in for a visual treat.

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"People seem to love driving through the light tunnels and this year we are adding a third laser and music area to the tour," Parker told the Courier Journal. "Plus our zipline area will be synced to the holiday music and lights which are part of the Lights Under Louisville experience so that's going to be incredible this year."

Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time visitor, Lights Under Louisville is sure to create lasting memories for the whole family.

Here's what to know about the 2024 Lights Under Louisville.

America's only underground holiday light show is a 1.3-mile drive through the Louisville Mega Cavern's underground passageways. It takes about 20-45 minutes to drive through the experience.

Lights Under Louisville is located inside the Louisville Mega Cavern, 1841 Taylor Ave.

Lights Under Louisville runs from Nov. 8 to Jan. 4. Here are the hours:

Monday through Thursday is the best time to avoid the crowds.

Tickets must be pre-ordered for Lights Under Louisville online at lightsunderlouisville.com and are sold by the vehicle. Pricing is as follows:

Additional fees may apply when using a credit card.

This option is a 30-minute guided tour through Lights Under Louisville in an open-top vehicle that lets you sit back, relax, and enjoy the dazzling displays. The cost for the Christmas Express is $21.99.

Skip the wait and purchase a Priority Pass for $89.99. Priority passes must be purchased by 2 p.m. on the date of attendance. All passes must be purchased online in advance as cash will not be accepted.

The two-and-a-half-hour excursion, which includes six ziplines and two suspension bridges, costs $114.99.

Tickets for Lights Under Louisville and Neon Rush Ziplines must be purchased online at lightsunderlouisville.com.

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