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All New Lights. All New Memories.
How did we celebrate winning ABC-TV's The Great Christmas Light Fight?
This season we've completely reimagined Winterfest. New displays, new lights,
new memories. Join us - you've never seen anything like it.
## New for 2026!
## Introducing Christmas in Neverland
Take flight through an immersive dreamworld where fairies dance, mermaids
splash, and pirates play. Christmas in Neverland is an enchanting NEW holiday
journey and a timeless tale of imagination, magic, and fairy dust. Away we go!
## Win the ULTIMATE Holiday Light Display!
We're celebrating Christmas in July by introducing a new tradition - the
first-annual WINTERFEST GREAT LIGHT SWEEPSTAKES! This is your chance to be
the brightest bulb on the block by winning a professionally designed and
installed holiday light display for your home, courtesy of Blue Steel
Lighting.
**No purchase is necessary to enter.**
Complete the online form to enter. Share on social media and tag Nauticus for
extra entries!
### Grand Prize Includes:
* Professional custom holiday light installation by Blue Steel Lighting ($2500 credit)
* Winterfest "Golden Ticket" providing complimentary admission for four guests throughout the entire 2026 Winterfest season
One lucky winner will be selected this fall, just in time to shine all season
long.
## Tickets & Prices
Day of tickets incur an additional $3 fee per ticket.
Ticket Type| Value Night| Peak Night
---|---|---
Adult (13+)| $23| $27
Child (3-12)| $21| $23
Child (2 and under)| FREE| FREE
Military Adult| $21| $25
Military Child| $19| $21
Member Adult| $18| $22
Member Child| $16| $18
Adult Group| $20| $24
Child Group| $18| $20
**Purchase your tickets online in advance and SAVE $3 per ticket.**
*Ticket reservation still required.
**Terms & Conditions: **Tickets are non-refundable, resale is prohibited. In
the event of inclement weather or closures, you will be contacted by the
Nauticus team with further information.
## Bring Your Group to WINTErFEST!
Groups of **15 or more (ages 3+)** save when purchasing tickets online in
advance -
perfect for **families, teams, and holiday celebrations!**************
### **Want More Flexibility?**
******_Winterfest Anytime Tickets
_**
Skip the scheduling stress! The **Anytime Ticket** offers total flexibility -
valid for **any night and any entry time.**
Winterfest is open _(Nov. 13 - Jan. 2)._
Perfect for **corporate teams, clients, or large families** who want to plan
ahead without locking in a date.
**$35 per person | Minimum purchase: 25 tickets****
****All requests must be submitted at least 7 days in advance.**
_Please note: Group ticket discounts + anytime ticket purchases close on
December 18 at 12PM. Please contact
[groups@nauticus.org](mailto:groups@Nauticus.org) with questions_.
## Bringing WinterFest to Life
Winterfest wouldn't be possible without the support of our community. These
generous partners help us create unforgettable holiday memories for families
across Hampton Roads and beyond.
### Interested in joining them?
Be part of the story and help us light up the town this holiday season.
Contact Rehn West, Deputy Director of External Affairs and Advancement at
[Development@nauticus.org](mailto:Development@nauticus.org) to explore
sponsorship opportunities
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