We're excited to announce the return of Fireflies Holiday Lights for the 2024 Holiday Season
Fireflies Holiday Lights will continue to make spirits bright this holiday season with even more lights, more activities and the return of the Fireflies Express presented by Thermal Technologies.
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In 2024, the lights will be open November 15 through January 4th. After Opening Weekend November 15-17, the lights will be closed November 18-21 before opening again on November 22 and remaining open for the rest of the holiday season minus Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Years Day.
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More information about the lights, including ticket pricing and promotions, will be announced as we get closer to the holiday season. Tickets will go on sale close to the holiday season as well.
2024 Dates and Hours of Operation
Fireflies Holiday Lights at Segra Park will be open from Friday, November 15th through Saturday, January 4th.
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The Lights will be closed 11/18 through 11/21 as well as Thanksgiving Day (11/28), Christmas Day (12/25) and New Years Day (1/1).
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The Lights will be open from 6pm to 9pm every night, with last entry into the park being at 8:45pm. The lights will operate under different hours on December 31st, with special New Years Eve hours of 5pm to 8pm.
Nightly Activities
Visits With Santa
Share your holiday wishes with Santa every night of Fireflies Holiday Lights! Santa will be at the lights nightly November 15th through December 23rd. Each night he will be available from 6:30 to 8:30pm to hear what's on your list this year, and take photos with the whole family in his sleigh.
Scavenger Hunt
You're invited to participate in our Holiday Lights Scavenger Hunt every night of Fireflies Holiday Lights. Do you have what it takes to find all the hidden gems in the lights? Test your skills to win a prize.
Crafts at Santa's Workshop
This holiday season, the MUSC Health Conference Room at Segra Park transformed into Santa's Workshop!
Every night at the lights, your kids can make their very own holiday craft.
All Aboard the Fireflies Express!
The beloved Fireflies Express presented by Thermal Technologies returns to the lights in 2024!
The Express is for children 12 and under. One ride cost $3 per rider, and children under the age of 4 must be accompanied by an adult. Infants under one may ride for free but must ride with a paid adult.
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Rides on the train will be limited each night as the train will operate under the same hours as the lights, 6-9 pm, and cars will be filled on a first come first serve basis. The Fireflies Express features one ADA accessible car.
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Community Initiatives
Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign
The Salvation Army's annual Red Kettle Campaign is coming to Segra Park. The bells will be ringing every night throughout the campaign in hopes that together we can fill the kettle with cash donations for the Salvation Army.