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Riverhead Holiday Light Show: A Dazzling Drive-Through Experience
Experience Suffolk County's largest drive-through holiday light show, featuring dazzling displays synchronized to music at Splish Splash in Calverton!
The Riverhead Holiday Light Show, held annually at Splish Splash Water Park in Calverton, NY, is Suffolk County's largest drive-through holiday light spectacular. The show features a mile-long route of dazzling, never-before-seen holiday-themed displays synchronized to festive music, creating a magical experience for the whole family.
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Thursday
5 pm-9 pm
Friday
5 pm-11 pm
Saturday
5 pm-11 pm
Sunday
5 pm-9 pm
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Experience the magic of the holiday season at the Riverhead Holiday Light Show, an enchanting drive-through event held at Splish Splash Water Park in Calverton. Now in its 7th year, this spectacular show features hundreds of dazzling, never-before-seen holiday-themed displays that will delight visitors of all ages.
As you embark on the mile-long route, tune your car radio to the event's designated station and watch as the lights dance in perfect synchronization with the festive music. The immersive experience lasts approximately 20-25 minutes, creating lasting memories for the whole family. Each year, the show introduces new displays and music, ensuring a fresh and exciting experience for returning guests. From illuminated characters to dazzling tunnels of light, the Riverhead Holiday Light Show is a true celebration of the holiday spirit.
For the first time since 2019, guests can also capture the memory by visiting Santa for a photo at the light show. The Riverhead Holiday Light Show supports local non-profit organizations, helping them fundraise during the holiday season.
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Getting There
Driving
The Riverhead Holiday Light Show is located at Splish Splash Water Park (2549 Splish Splash Dr, Calverton, NY 11933). From the Long Island Expressway (I-495), take Exit 72W. Follow the signs and turn left onto Splish Splash Drive. From the Hamptons, take Sunrise Highway (Route 27) Westbound to Route 24 North to the traffic circle. Follow signs for Main Street or Route 25 West. Take Route 25 West approximately 4 miles. Cross over the Long Island Expressway and turn left at the first traffic light onto Splish Splash Drive. Parking is available on-site. Standard parking costs $30.
Public Transport
The Riverhead Holiday Light Show can be accessed via public transportation. Several Suffolk County Transit bus routes, including the 58, 62, and Hampton Jitney North Fork, stop near Splish Splash Drive. From the River Road/Splish Splash Drive bus stop, it is a short walk to the entrance of the light show. A single bus fare typically costs $2.25 [N/A].
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