For over 25 years, the Merriweather Symphony of Lights has been a favorite holiday activity in Howard County. This light show is open every evening through January 2 at the Merriweather Post Pavilion, so you can drive through a dazzling array of glittering holiday characters and wintery scenes while staying inside your car. There are even a few walk-through nights when you can walk among the displays and take photos with the displays!  

More than 300,000 light bulbs are waiting to greet you throughout the lighted path. Keep your eyes open for the pink light bulb or a secret phrase to win prizes!  Tickets are $20 per vehicle on drive-through evenings and you should definitely purchase them ahead of time due to limited capacity.

Drive through this light show all month but return on New Year’s Eve to walk through the display on foot! Ring in the new year with fireworks at 6 p.m., 7 p.m., 8 p.m., and 9 p.m. for $15 per person, or purchase a family 4-pack for $50. Ticket times will even be staggered to allow for distancing between groups. A portion of the proceeds even benefit the Howard County General Hospital, so you can support the community while you celebrate the season. You’re sure to leave with merry memories and cheerful photos!