Places to Visit This Winter Season | Photo by Grace Ramsdell | Edited by Kayli Thompson | The Wright State Guardian
As coronavirus concerns still linger on the minds of many this winter season, it’s important to remember there are still winter activities that can be fun for the whole family.
Land of Illusion
Land of Illusion located at 8762 Thomas Road in Middletown, is hosting their Christmas Glow for a fourth consecutive year.
Cost of entry to the Christmas Glow event is $7 per person, and the park will remain open for winter activities through Dec. 30 from 6 p.m. through 10 p.m.
This year, the display of lights around the park has increased by over 500,000 lights.
Featuring over 3.8 million lights total, Santa’s workshop, gift shop and a petting zoo; the Christmas Glow event at Land of Illusion is sure to be a hot spot for winter lovers in Dayton.
One can view large displays of lights on the property on foot or by mobile. Land of Illusion offers a trip around the park with both options.
A 45-foot Christmas tree is available for your viewing close to gas-lit fireplaces. This will keep you and your family warm while enjoying the festive light displays.
Additionally, Santa will be available for photo opportunities inside of his on-site workshop for a small fee.
For more information on Land of Illusions Christmas Glow event, visit: https://www.landofillusion.com/glow/
Lost Creek reserve
Lost Creek reserve in Troy is hosting their annual drive-thru light display for just $10 per car, and $30 per 15 passenger van.
Guests to the reserve will find a winter wonderland, lit with over 60 on-site displays many of which are animated.
The drive-thru winter wonderland is 1.25 miles long, and directs travelers through the woods and is available weekends through Dec. 27.
The last car admitted will be at 9:30 p.m. on each of the weekend nights.
For more information on the winter display at the Lost Creek reserve, visit: https://www.miamicountyparks.com/holiday-lights
Holiday lights on Main
Holiday light display lovers looking for a free trip will be pleased every night through the holiday season. The downtown lights in Dayton will be available for viewing pleasure and are synchronized to radio music.
Brought to Dayton by DP&L, the lights on Main will be viewable every night through January 2021.
Drivers are also encouraged to utilize the safe, free parking spaces located along Main St. to view the display of holiday lights
Parking along Main St. between the blocks of Second and Third St. will allow visitors to see the animated displays along the Courthouse Square as well as the 2020 Dayton Holiday Festival tree.
This display of holiday lights is viewable on foot, but is also synchronized to music in which guests can tune in to 97.1 FM to hear songs that are coordinated with the dancing light displays for a more interactive experience.
For more information on the Holiday lights on Main, visit: https://www.downtowndayton.org/things-to-do/holiday-festival/
