Each year, Shore Acres State Park transforms into an enchanting winter wonderland during the annual Holiday Lights festival. On winter evenings the park gardens are set ablaze with more than 300,000 dazzling lights and magical holiday decorations. Now in its 33rd year, this community tradition on the Oregon Coast is the perfect place to make holiday memories that will last a lifetime. Check it out:
Located near Coos Bay, Shore Acres State Park is a hidden gem filled with breathtaking natural beauty.
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During the annual Holiday Lights festival, the park gardens are dressed up with thousands of colored lights.
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Your stroll through the magnificent gardens will be filled with breathtaking sights and magical surprises.
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Festive, live music will be playing as you take in the beautiful surroundings.
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The whimsical light displays will remind you that you’re at the Oregon Coast.
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All of the displays are created by community volunteers and local businesses.
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Visit the gardener’s cottage for hot cider, punch, coffee and cookies.
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You can even stop and take a picture with Santa.
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A walk through Shores Acres during the holidays is the perfect way for you and your family to make memories that will last a lifetime.
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And the best part? You won’t have to pay more than the normal park entry fee to view the lights.
YouTube/Cody Cha See more of the stunning Holiday Lights at Shore Acres State Park in this YouTube video from Cody Cha:
Shore Acres State Park is located at 89428 Cape Arago Hwy., Coos Bay, Oregon. For more information, click here.
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See more of the stunning Holiday Lights at Shore Acres State Park in this YouTube video from Cody Cha:
Have you experienced the holidays lights here before? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
For more magical holiday activities, check out our previous articles: It’s Not Christmas In Oregon Until You Do These 10 Enchanting Things.
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