Holiday Light Festival & Market

Celebrate the holiday season under the twinkle of a million lights at Glow Hartford! Glow Hartford returns to the Connecticut Convention Center

Enjoy interactive light gardens, illuminated structures, seasonal food and drinks, family-friendly activities, a festive holiday market and daily live entertainment.

Don’t miss a FREE photo with Santa and ride on our trackless “Glow-comotive” train.

Things to See:

New Delights:

LED Swings
Swoop to change the colours on our LED swings. See how the colours magically change and enjoy an attraction made for people of all ages!

Meet Santa and the Elves
The jolliest man is at Glow to meet and greet all the kids this season. Listen as he regales you with amazing stories from his yuletide adventures around the globe!

Timeless Treasures:

Holiday Favorites
Festive light displays include a Reindeer-draw carriage, Snowman arch, giant ornament ball, spiral ball tree, and stand-in present display.

Tunnel of Lights
Stroll through this giant luminous tunnel and under the twinkling archway - a gateway to a yuletide wonderland, chock full of delightful surprises for the whole family!

Hanging Picture Frames
Your season's pictures just got better! Pose behind these larger-than-life illuminated picture frames and keep a photo, gif, or video as a memorabilia of your glowing time. Don't forget to tag us on your posts with #GlowHartford

Things to Do:

Train
Hop aboard the beloved Glow-comotive train ride and enjoy a scenic tour of the festive light displays. Perfect for all ages, this train ride is a delightful way to experience the magic of Glow.

Scavenger Hunt
Embark on an exciting Scavenger Hunt at Glow Hartford! Each child will receive a “Passport” and complete a scavenger hunt “Around the World” by visiting six illuminated countries. Receive a stamp from each of the passport offices. Collect all six and win a prize!

Playground
Let the kids burn off some energy at our interactive indoor playground, exclusively designed for children. With plenty of activities and play structures, it's a great spot for families to relax and have fun.

Visit With Santa
Meet Santa Claus in person! Enjoy a magical visit with Santa, where children and families can share their holiday wishes and capture memorable photos. Don't forget to check the Entertainment section for Santa's schedule to ensure you don't miss this special experience.

Bouncy Farm
Kids can climb, slide, and play at the Bouncy Farm. This engaging playground features a variety of structures designed for endless fun and safe adventures.

Hopscotch
Explore our hopscotch area, where children can engage in the classic sidewalk game, hopping through numbered squares with friends and family. It’s a playful activity that adds to the excitement and fun-filled atmosphere at Glow.

Celebrate the holidays at Glow Hartford!

Entertainment:

4:30 pm - 6:30 pm: Mike Nigretti

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Eight to the Bar

Time Slots: 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm

Admission:

Adults Age 16 - 64: $30.00

Children Age 5-15: $20.00

5 Family Members: $85.00

Senior: Daily Entry $15.00

Toddler Aged 4 and under: FREE

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