Enjoy parks by flickering candlelight. A variety of cross-country ski, snowshoe, hiking and walking trails will be lit with hundreds of candles. Warm up with hot cocoa and crackling bonfires. Cocoa provided.
Dogs not allowed. Service animals welcome.
Dakota County Parks ski pass required for skiers.
Ages
All ages
Admission
$8/person, youth ages 5 and younger are free. Tickets on sale Dec. 1 at 9 a.m.
Buy tickets starting Dec. 1
Locations
Spring Lake Park Reserve
Take in the stunning views of the Mississippi River as you enjoy skiing on candlelit cross-country ski trails and hiking on a plowed Mississippi River Greenway trail though the park. Bring your own ski equipment if desired (equipment rental not available).
Friday, Jan. 20, 6-9 p.m.
Lebanon Hills Regional Park
Enjoy award-winning cross-country ski trails, hiking and snowshoe trails, and plowed walking paths — all by candlelight. Bring your own equipment if desired. Equipment rental on a first-come, first-serve basis , no reservations.
Friday, Feb. 17, 6-9 p.m.
Food available
Volunteers needed
Help tend bonfires, set out or light, assist with s-mores and cocoa, greet guests, and more. Inside and outside shifts available.
Volunteers helping us with pre-event luminary set out and lighting will receive a free ticket to the event.
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