Hawkeye Downs’ Holiday Light Show Guide 2025
In 2025, Hawkeye Downs is proud to host the return of Santa Village! This FREE holiday event series will run from December 5th through December 21st on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in the Hawkeye Downs Expo Center North Expo Hall. All ages are welcome to this FREE community event. No ticket or registration required. Celebrate the holiday season at Hawkeye Downs for visits with Santa, crafts, activities, games, photo opportunities, and more!
While there is no light show at Hawkeye Downs this holiday season, our elves at Santa Village have compiled a list of local light shows you don’t want to miss!
Top Light Shows in Eastern Iowa
Collins Christmas - FREE - 57 Oklahoma Ave SW, Cedar Rapids
Holiday Lights at the Lake - $10.00+ - 4029 West Overlook Rd NE, Iowa City
Driftwood Lights - FREE - 175 Driftwood Ln, Fairfax
Olly Jolly Lights - FREE - 5061 Prairie Trail, Marion
Sparky’s Holiday Light Show - FREE - 1113 Oak Park Trail, Marion
Blue Creek Christmas - FREE - 4942 Blue Creek Ct, Walker
Walk-Thru Light Displays in Eastern Iowa
Five Seasons Lights - FREE - McGrath Amphitheatre, 475 1st St SW, Cedar Rapids
Holiday Lights at the Lake (Wednesdays ONLY) - $5.00 - 4029 West Overlook Rd NE, Iowa City
Marion Artway - FREE - Uptown Marion, 1048 7th Ave, Marion
Looking for more options? Look no further! Check out HolidayLightFinder.com for a big ol’ list of light displays across Eastern Iowa.
