What is Christmas at the Park?

Christmas at the Park is a winter wonderland that offers guests an over half-mile drive-through to see lighted displays as well as an opportunity to interact! Around the concession area, there are several pieces guests can take pictures with.

Watch our 2023 Promotional video to learn more:

When is the park open?

For general dates and special events, visit the Schedule page.  Also on this page is a printable calendar. Due to weather and other factors outside of our control, we suggest always visiting our Facebook page before visiting. If we have to unexpectedly close, we will make a post along with add a splash page to our website. 

Our attraction is heavily impacted by the weather. We make every attempt to be open but will close if there is a heavy downpour, lighting, or loss of power. We cannot predict the weather, therefore, we cannot provide accurate information on whether we will be open or how long we will be open. We operate numerous nights throughout the season, if you live any distance from our attraction we would suggest attending on a night when there is no rain or inclement weather in the forecast. To read our full weather policy, click here.

Where is it located? How do I enter the park?

Joe Mack Campbell Park (600 Harry Dr., Jonesboro, AR 72401). You will enter from Harry Dr. at the Dollar General store and travel approximately one mile to the entrance of the park. You will exit on Dan Ave. 

Where can I purchase Admission and how much does it cost?

For admission information, visit our Admission page. Admission passes purchased via credit/debit card incur a booking fee, whereas those purchased with cash are the face value of the ticket. Please be advised of scammers or resellers selling admission passes — we can only guarantee entry when official passes are purchased at the gate or on our website.

Christmas at the Park is excited to offer discounted or free admission. For those that may not be able to afford, the admission fee, we would suggest seeing our Pay What You Can Nights or the Christmas at the Park Expressway. 

What can I do at Santa’s Village?

There are many fun activities to do at Santa’s Village - some are included in the price of admission and others are available at an additional fee. Some activities are on certain evenings - see our Schedule page for more information.

Included Activities

• Checkers/Jenga - See who can win at your favorite games!

• Glow Stones - Stepping stones that change color when stepped on

• Crafts Nights - Multiple Christmas-themed crafts available

• Fire Pits - Warm up at the fire pits and share what your favorite Christmas at the Park activity is with your family and friends!

Additional Fee Activities

• Jingle Express - $5/barrel

• Petting Zoo - $3/feed cup and $5/pic with kangaroo

• Laser Chase - $5/family

• Obstacle Course inflatable - $2/family

• S’more Kits - Check gift shop for pricing and availability (first come, first served). Warm yourself and your marshmallows at the fire pits!

• Gift Shop - Stuffed animals, Christmas at the Park ornaments, light up headbands, and more!

Are there concessions (food/beverages)?

Yes! Christmas at the Park has partnered with the City of Jonesboro’s City Stars program to operate the concession stand. All proceeds support local athletic programs. View this year’s menu below! Form of payment accepted are cash, American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and UnionPay.

What is Christmas at the Park Expressway?

The Christmas at the Park Expressway will not be operating for the 2023 Season. We hope this partnership between Christmas at the Park and the City of Jonesboro Public Transportation will be underway for the 2024 Season.
Need a ride to see the lights? We are so excited have a partnership with the City’s public transportation, JET! To see when the Expressway will operate, view the full calendar on our Schedule page. JET will begin the route at the Cate & Church parking lot at 5:20 p.m. and arrive at Christmas at the Park about 5:40 p.m. and continue route every 30 minutes until 8:30 p.m. The last bus going will leave Christmas at the Park at 8:30 p.m. back to the Cate & Church parking area. Customers will be able to depart the bus at the concession area and return on the next bus. They will be provided a ticket for the return trip. Passengers pay the normal rate that JET charges to ride the bus. Admission for Christmas at the Park is free for all JET riders. JET rider fees can be found here.

What is Pay What You Can Night?

Christmas at the Park wants to provide an opportunity for everyone to enjoy the experience of holiday lights and magic. We are excited to offer nights where admission is chosen by our guests. This allows guests without the ability to afford the regular admission to attend at a discounted rate or for free, and those who choose to pay more will help pay it forward.  

Where is the closest ATM?

Our sponsor bank, First Horizon, has a location that you may find easily accessible from Joe Mack Campbell Park.  Accessing from Dan Ave./Johnson the north location is 420 S. Main Street. 

Will Santa be there? Does it cost to have a picture with Santa?

Yes! Visit the full calendar on the Schedule page to view dates of when Santa will be present. No, it does not cost to take a picture with Santa! 

Is there live entertainment?

During Special Events, there may be live entertainment.  Visit the Schedule page and view what special events are happening this season.

Will there be hayrides and/or trailers allowed?

Hayrides or other types of event transportation are not provided. Vehicles that are pulling a trailer will pay the Large Vehicle price and all brake lights must be operational with an adult on the trailer. All applicable laws apply to persons in a trailer.

Handicap Accessibility?

There is a dedicated handicap parking area, ramp to the concession stand area, and handicap accessible restrooms. Please note, flashing lights are used throughout the park so individuals prone to photosensitive epilepsy should consult a physician before attending.  

Are pets allowed?

Yes and No. Animals are allowed in the vehicle, but only registered service animals are permitted outside of the vehicle. Service animals must be leashed, wear identifiable markers, and any excrements promptly cleaned up. Please notify a Christmas at the Park staff upon arrival. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) cites that emotional support dogs or animals do not have the training to do specific tasks in assisting a person with a disability or impairment. Therefore, these animals are not permitted to accompany their owner outside of the vehicle. In short, please do not abuse a law in place to help those with disabilities. 

Further explanation, a service animal as defined by the ADA are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. Examples of such work or tasks include guiding people who are blind, alerting people who are deaf, pulling a wheelchair, alerting and protecting a person who is having a seizure, reminding a person with a mental illness to take prescribed medications, calming a person with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) during an anxiety attack, or performing other duties. Service animals are working animals, not pets. The work or task a dog has been trained to provide must be directly related to the person’s disability. Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not quality as service animals under the ADA. According to law, we may ask if the animal is required because of a disability and what work or task the animal has been trained to perform. 

Are there restaurants nearby?

Yes! Jonesboro has a variety of restaurants to suit anyone's appetite.   

Are there other activities to do in the area?

Yes! You will find lots of fun at Hijinx like laser tag, games, bowling, and so much more. 

Are there hotels nearby?

There are numerous hotels in the area that can accommodate you staying overnight in Jonesboro. 

Are there public restrooms/rest area?

Yes, there are public restrooms at the concession stand area. 

Is there parking? Is it limited? Or How long?

Yes, parking is included in the price of admission. We have several parking lots with directional officers. You are welcome to stay as long as you like. 

Is there a vehicle size clearance?

All vehicles entering the park must be under 15’ in height. 

Is there a limit of guests per vehicle/group rate?

General Admission passes are based on a standard vehicle that would seat up to nine people. Any vehicle over that capacity would be a Large Vehicle pass. There a 10% discount on the purchase of 50 or more General Admission passes. 

How can I contact Christmas at The Park?

Use the Contact Us Page on our website. 

Lost and Found information?

All lost and found will be at the gift shop.