LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Iroquois Park gets spooktacular in October but when winter rolls around the park becomes the Winter Woods Spectacular.

What You Need To Know

  • Parks Alliance of Louisville brings the Winter Woods Spectacular back to Iroquois Park

  • The event begins Nov. 26 and runs through Dec. 26

  • Tickets per vehicle begin at $35

  • Dec. 26 will be a special day for those with sensory issues

For the third year, the woods of Iroquois Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland. You can enjoy the sights and sounds beginning Friday, Nov. 26 through Sunday, Dec. 26. 

Iroquois Park in Louisville transforms into a Winter Woods Spectacular. This is from the 2020 event. (Parks Alliance of Louisville)

“Winter Woods Spectacular is quickly becoming the region’s most popular winter celebration,” said Brooke Pardue, CEO of Parks Alliance of Louisville in a statement. "We look forward to welcoming visitors near and far to explore and experience the lighting, artistry, and sounds of this wonderful winter wonderland – all from the comfort and convenience of their own vehicle.”

The spectacular features millions of twinkling lights and holiday displays set to music. Like the Jack-o-lantern Spectacular guests will weave their way through the park. Organizers say highlights of the 1/2 mile drive include an ice castle, gingerbread houses, Bavarian villages and for the first time, a drive-thru light tunnel.

Event Details:

  • The event will be open from 6-10 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, and until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. 
  • The entrance is at 4800 New Cut Road, at the intersection of New Cut and Southern Parkway. 
  • The show goes on, rain or shine. In the event Winter Woods Spectacular is delayed or postponed due to weather conditions, tickets will be honored on another day. 
  • Tickets are $35 per car/SUV/minivan/truck, $50 per passenger van/RV/limousine, and $100 per limo-bus. Proceeds from the event benefit the Parks Alliance, and the more than 120 public parks and community centers across Louisville. Purchasing tickets at winterspectacular.org in advance is strongly recommended. 
  • Car passes for 20 or more vehicles can be purchased in advance by emailing contact@winterwoodsspectacular.com. 
  •  A special sensory-friendly night will be held on Sunday, Dec. 26, with gates opening an hour early at 5 p.m. From 5:00 to 6:00 the woods will be illuminated but there will be no music or special effects. Designed for individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences and their families. 
  • Winter Woods Spectacular 2021 will also be a donation drop-off location for #FeedTheWest, an initiative from Change Today-Change Tomorrow to help our neighbors in need. 

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