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Overview

Next Upcoming Date:
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Dover, your favorite holiday tradition is almost back! 🎄 Gift of Lights returns to Dover Motor Speedway Nov. 26 through Jan. 3. The Flash Sale opens Monday, Nov. 9 at 8am, and it’s your chance to save $10 on car tickets for the best price of the season!
 
Get ready for…
✨ 2.5 million sparkling lights
🌈 Glowing tunnels and festive displays
🚗 One ticket for the whole carload
🎶 Christmas tunes up, windows down
🎟️ Set your alarms and grab your tickets at giftoflightsdover.com
 

– Cars: $35.00 (One Carload…One Price)

– Bus/Limo/RV: $60.00

– NEW! Season Pass: $75 during flash sale

Tickets can be purchased at the gate or in advance. ONLINE TICKETS ARE GOOD FOR ANY DATE/TIME!

Average drive-through time is 45 minutes, although this varies.

2026 Hours:

Thursday, November 26 (Thanksgiving) through Sunday, January 3.
Fri – Sat: 5 – 10 pm
Sun – Thurs: 5 – 9 pm
Holiday Hours Dec 20 – 27: 5 – 10 pm

 
 

Event Details & Directions

The Woodlands at Dover Motor Speedway

1229 Persimmon Tree, Dover, DE, USA

Time:  5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

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Address: 1229 Persimmon Tree, Dover, DE, USA
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Dates

Upcoming Dates For This Event:

Thursday, November 26
Gift of Lights Opening Night
5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Thursday, December 24
Gift of Lights at Dover Motor Speedway
5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Friday, December 25
Gift of Lights at Dover Motor Speedway
5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Thursday, December 31
Gift of Lights at Dover Motor Speedway
5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Friday, January 1
Gift of Lights at Dover Motor Speedway
5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Sunday, January 3
Gift of Lights Closing Night
5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

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