Festival of Lights Returns to Sweet Valley Ranch for the Holiday Season
Fayetteville, NC — The holiday season has arrived in Cumberland County as Sweet Valley Ranch opens its beloved Festival of Lights, now welcoming guests for the 2025 Christmas season. Located at 2990 Sunnyside School Road in Fayetteville, this annual attraction transforms the 300-acre farm into a glowing winter spectacle featuring more than one million Christmas lights, themed displays, and joyful experiences for all ages.



A Growing Holiday Tradition
Now in its sixth year, the Festival of Lights has become one of the region’s most anticipated Christmas traditions. Visitors can enjoy illuminated tunnels synchronized to classic Christmas music, whimsical holiday scenes, animal displays, and a carefully curated winter village that captures the wonder of the season.
Tiny’s Winter Wonde
One of the most popular features, Tiny’s Winter Wonderland, welcomes guests inside the farm’s “North Pole” building where they can explore Santa’s Workshop, enjoy Christmas inflatables, interact with live animals, warm up by the fire pit, and relax while watching holiday movie favorites. Entry into Tiny’s Winter Wonderland is free, making it an inviting option for families looking to enjoy festive fun without added cost.
Dates, Tickets, and Attractions
The Festival of Lights runs on select dates until December 27. Online tickets are $12 at sweetvalleyranchnc.com/festival-of-lights and $15 at the gate. Experiences include the Drive-Through Light Show, Festival of Lights walking tour, wagon rides through the lights, photo
About Sweet Valley Ranch
Sweet Valley Ranch is a 300-acre family-focused farm and event venue known for housing more than 350 animals and offering seasonal attractions throughout the year, including Dinosaur World, Backwoods Terror Ranch, Springtime Adventures, and the Festival of Lights. Its blend of holiday charm, family entertainment, and hometown warmth continues to draw visitors from across Fayetteville and surrounding areas.
A festive experience perfect for families, friends, and holiday lovers across Cumberland County.
Kres Thomas, FayToday News