Magical Winter Lights: A Carnival Experience Like No Other

The winter season is just around the corner, and Downtown Morganton is gearing up to kickstart the holiday cheer with its Magical Winter Lights Carnival! This all-weather event promises a festive atmosphere, complete with a drive-through light show, carnival rides, monster truck rides, and a free petting zoo for visitors of all ages.

On November 18th, head down to the newly renovated Courthouse Square in Downtown Morganton to experience the magic. The Winter Carnival will be open from 3 PM to 10 PM on Saturday, with entry available from 12 PM onwards. Take part in the carnival activities before enjoying the lights display in the evening.

One of the highlights of the event is the Abomination Monster Truck, which offers monster truck rides at an additional cost of $5 per person (of any age). Santa will also be making a special appearance on Thursday to Sunday evenings from 6 PM to 9 PM. Photo opportunities with Santa are available for an additional fee ranging from $7 to $12.

For parents, admission to the carnival area is free, but riders must purchase a wristband at an extra cost. Wristbands can be purchased in advance or on-site at Santa's Village near the Petting Zoo. The petting zoo itself is free with admission and features a variety of animals such as mini pigs, goats, sheep, bunnies, chickens, ducks, ferrets, and dogs.

To make your visit even more memorable, you can drive through the light show in your own vehicle. Prices for vehicles range from $20 to $25 depending on the day and time of entry. Gates open at 5 PM on Friday and Saturday nights, with the last car entering at 11 PM and the lights going off at midnight. On Sunday through Thursday, gates open at 5 PM, and the last car enters at 10 PM, with the lights going off at 11 PM.

The Magical Winter Lights Carnival is a first-time event that promises to be an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. Mark your calendars for December 2nd, as Motor Mile Speedway will host this festive event every Thursday through Sunday until December 31st. Get ready to be dazzled by the lights, thrill to the carnival rides, and make some magical memories with your loved ones!

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