Lafreniere Park in Metairie becomes a winter wonderland of lights this month as Jefferson Parish kicks off its annual public holiday display.
Christmas in Lafreniere Park is one of the largest of the many holiday events in the metro area.
The display opens Sunday (Dec. 1). Ablaze with more than 10 million LED lights, the drive-through display features elaborate decorations and festive lighted displays like a Hot Wheels display, a Hello Kitty figure and new animal hanging ornaments.
Old favorites include a lighted 60-foot Sea Serpent in the lagoon, a princess in her magical castle and the gingerbread man. There is also a walk-through exhibit.
People tour the holiday lights during the 35th annual Christmas in the Park at Lafreniere Park in Metairie on Sunday, December 5, 2021. The event includes over 10 million LED lights along with elaborate decorations and festive lighted displays. Driving and walking tours through the exhibit are available Sunday through Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Admission is $10 dollars per vehicle for the event that runs through Thursday, Dec. 30th. Credit and debit cards only. No cash will be taken at the gate. (Photo by Brett Duke, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune | The New Orleans Advocate)
The Christmas holiday display in Lafreniere Park, at 3000 Downs Blvd. in Metairie, will be open, weather permitting, throughout December. It's closed on Christmas, Dec. 25.
Lights in Lafreniere will be on from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturday.
People tour the holiday lights during the 35th annual Christmas in the Park at Lafreniere Park in Metairie on Sunday, December 5, 2021. The event includes over 10 million LED lights along with elaborate decorations and festive lighted displays. Driving and walking tours through the exhibit are available Sunday through Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Admission is $10 dollars per vehicle for the event that runs through Thursday, Dec. 30th. Credit and debit cards only. No cash will be taken at the gate. (Photo by Brett Duke, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune | The New Orleans Advocate)
Tickets start at $10 per car purchased in advance, $15 at the gate. No cash will be accepted and no refunds will be given. For more information, go to lafrenierepark.org.