Know Before You Go

• Tickets. Tickets may be purchased in advance online ONLY. See the "Admission Fees" tab and select any date on the calendar to purchase your ticket(s).
• Cancellation & Weather Policy: Illuminights is a rain or shine event. Refunds will not be given if the event takes place as scheduled. In the event of extreme weather conditions (such as heavy snow, ice, lightning, excessive temperatures or flooding), Roanoke County will make a decision prior to 1:00 PM the day of the event regarding operating status. If canceled, ticket holders with advance registrations will be notified by email, and may choose between a rain check for another night or a refund. Processing fees for advance registration can not be refunded.
• Parking. Spaces are limited at Explore Park, therefore carpooling is strongly encouraged if possible. Please watch for and follow the directions of our parking attendants.
• Safety. Staying on the trail at all times is important. Many light displays have electrical chords and support wires, so please do not walk near them.
• The Walk. Illuminights is a little less than a half-mile long. Visitors are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Strollers & wheelchairs are welcome. 
• Accessibility/Wheelchairs. The Illuminights trail was constructed to be as accessible as possible considering the terrain. It is a 6-foot wide packed, stone dust surface trail with grades of 8% or less throughout. It should be able to accommodate wheelchairs or individuals with limited mobility. We are working to have a limited amount of scooters available for the event. 
• Food and Beverages. Twin Creeks Brewpub will be open on select nights during Illuminights. Food vendors may be available on select nights.
• Only service animals are permitted at Illuminights.
• Questions. Call (540) 387-6078 ext. 0 to reach our administrative office.

COVID19 INFORMATION

In an effort to mitigate risk and comply with the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Phase 3 Guidelines for Entertainment and Public Amusement, the following is required of all guests who a Roanoke County's Illuminights:

Before you arrive:

• Pre-register online for ticket sales, as there will be no walk-up sales during the event. Purchase your tickets on the "Admission Fees" tab.*
• Conduct a pre-event screening on yourself or members of your party who will be attending the event.
• Plan to arrive no more than 15 minutes prior to designated time slot to allow for event transitions.

During Illuminights:

• Arrive on time to ensure you enter Illuminights during your designated 30-minute time slot. 
• Wear face coverings while in the Park and on the Walk of Lights Trail.
• Use appropriate social distancing at all times while on the Walk of Lights Trail.

After Illuminights;

• Please limit your stay at Illuminights to no longer than 1 hour to help with overcrowding that can occur during event transitions.

Taking these steps will ensure the safety of our guests, staff and volunteers throughout the 36-night event.

* Please note that due to COVID-19 precautions, walk-up tickets will not be available at the event this year. Time slots will be sold in advance on the half-hour, with strict participation limits.