# Way of Lights at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows > Event for families in the St. Louis area (MO / IL). Times are Central Time. - When: Nov 20 – Jan 2 · 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM - Where: National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, 442 S De Mazenod Dr, Belleville, IL 62223 - Ages: All ages (free drive-through admission; heated indoor visitor center and paved grounds) - Price: Free admission to drive through the outdoor light display (donations gratefully accepted); small fee for optional camel rides ($10), carriage rides, and craft activities. - Organizer: National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows - Official page: https://snows.org/wayoflights/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/st-louis/activities/way-of-lights-at-the-national-shrine-of-our-lady-of-the-snows--listing-4fb54ae135e3e60de9dcdf79 ## About The Way of Lights at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows in Belleville, Illinois has been a cherished bi-state holiday tradition for over 50 years, featuring a magnificent 1.5-mile drive-through and walking pilgrimage of over one million electro-luminescent lights telling the story of Christmas. Families can enjoy camel rides, an interactive children's animal petting corral, horse-drawn carriage rides, a stunning indoor Christmas tree display adorned by local schools, an intricate community Lego holiday village, and outdoor kettle corn and hot chocolate stands. Family Experience & Accessibility: • In-Car Warmth & Accessibility: The 1.5-mile drive-through route lets families experience the lights from the warmth of their own vehicle—ideal for cold evenings and sleeping toddlers. • Walking & Stroller Access: Wide paved sidewalks connect the Main Shrine, Visitors Center, restaurant, and animal exhibits with full stroller accessibility. • Restrooms & Nursing: Heated indoor restrooms with baby-changing tables are located inside the Shrine Visitors Center. • Age Suitability: Perfect for all generations from infants to grandparents. ## Similar picks in St. Louis - [Holiday Lights at Grant's Farm (Family Walk & Drive-Through Experience)](https://grassyknees.com/st-louis/activities/holiday-lights-at-grant-s-farm-family-walk-and-drive-through-experienc--listing-e1972fffed60e646fa9083ca) — Nov 20 – Jan 3 · 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM · Grant's Farm · All ages · From $12 · checked Nov 5. 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