# Magical Nights of Lights — Lanier Islands drive-through light show, Buford

> Event for families in the Atlanta–Sandy Springs–Roswell area (GA). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Nov 20 – Jan 3 · 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Where: Lanier Islands Resort, 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford, GA 30518
- Ages: All ages
- Price: Per vehicle; varies by vehicle size and date
- Organizer: Lanier Islands Resort
- Official page: https://www.lanierislands.com/holiday-events/magical-nights-of-lights/
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Drive through miles of animated holiday light displays nightly from 5 to 10 pm, including holidays; pricing is per vehicle and varies by vehicle size and date. Santa appears at Game Changer at the end of the drive on select nights, starting with Santa's Magical Arrival on November 29. Nov 20–30 Give Back Nights: bring five cans of food for vouchers.

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