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Gift of Lights Theme Nights

Gift of Lights

Thursday, November 26, 2026 - Sunday, January 3, 2027
Gate Time: 4:30 PM
Enter at NHMS's South Entrance

The 2.5-mile drive-thru light show that's become a New England family tradition is back at New Hampshire Motor Speedway for its 16th holiday season. Gift of Lights will spread 39 nights of holiday cheer while fundraising for the local community from Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026 through Sunday, Jan. 3, 2027.

Hours of Operation (Weather Dependent):
4:30-10 p.m.: Fridays & Saturdays (plus Dec. 20-24)
4:30-9 p.m.: Sundays – Thursdays
6:30-9 p.m.: Sunday, Dec. 13 *Yule Light Up the Night Run/Walk is 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Admission (800) 788-9627

Theme Nights

Military Mondays

Monday, Nov. 30 & Dec. 7, 2026
Military Mondays

Active-duty Airmen, Reservists, Guardsmen, Guardians & Veterans can enjoy Gift of Lights for only $5 with valid military ID.

Giving Tuesday

Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
Giving Tuesday

Attend Gift of Lights on Giving Tuesday (the Tuesday after Thanksgiving) & receive $5 off your single-vehicle admission purchased at the entrance. Yup, all you have to do is show up!

Pet Night

Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2026
Pet Night

Bring your dog, cat, guinea pig or even your pet lizard to enjoy Gift of Lights & receive $5 off your single-vehicle admission purchased at the entrance.

Pajama Night

Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2026
Pajama Night

Wear your coziest Christmas pajamas & receive $5 off your single-vehicle admission purchased at the entrance.

Christmas Sweater Night

Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026
Christmas Sweater Night

Wear your most festive Christmas sweater & receive $5 off your single-vehicle admission purchased at the entrance.

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