Holiday Light Festival
Holiday Light Festival & Market
Celebrate the holiday season under the twinkle of a million lights at Glow Hartford! Glow Hartford returns to the Connecticut Convention Center, November 18th through December 23rd.
Back by popular demand, this dazzling one-of-a-kind indoor holiday light festival is twice the size as last year!
Enjoy interactive light gardens, illuminated structures, seasonal food and drinks, family-friendly activities, a festive holiday market and daily live entertainment.
Don’t miss a FREE photo with Santa and ride on our trackless “Glow-comotive” train.
Hartford
Connecticut Convention Center
100 Columbus Blvd.
Hartford, Connecticut. 06103.
Nov 18th, 2023 – Dec 23rd, 2023
What is Santa’s Lost Presents?
Laugh & stroll under the twinkle of a million lights at Glow Hartford’s “Santa’s Lost Presents”. Towering exhibits, interactive activities, and glowing playgrounds will delight the whole family. Kick back at our licensed bar and enjoy a selection of beverages, food, and festive music by local performers. Shop our winter market, showcasing local artisans and boutique businesses.
At Glow, there’s something for everyone!

Calendar
Celebrate the holidays at Glow Hartford!
Glow Hartford will be open at the Connecticut Convention Center during the following dates and hours.
Tickets are purchased during the entry time slots listed below to reduce crowds and enhance the guest experience.
Although you enter at a specific entry time slot, there is no limit on how long guests can stay at Glow. The exhibit takes about 2 hours to complete. The doors will remain open until one hour before the show closes for any late comers. Guests are free to stay and enjoy Glow Hartford until closing time each night!
Tickets go on-sale October 2nd!
DATE | Event Entry Time Slots | Event Hours |
November 18 | 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm | 11:00am – 7:00pm |
November 19 | 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm | 11:00am – 7:00pm |
November 25 | 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm | 11:00am – 7:00pm |
November 26 | 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm | 11:00am – 7:00pm |
December 1 | 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm | 3:00pm – 9:00pm |
December 2 | 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm | 11:00am – 7:00pm |
December 3 | 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm | 11:00am – 7:00pm |
December 8 | 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm | 3:00pm – 9:00pm |
December 9 | 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm | 11:00am – 7:00pm |
December 10 | 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm | 11:00am – 7:00pm |
December 14 | 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm | 4:00pm – 8:00pm |
December 15 | 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm | 3:00pm – 9:00pm |
December 16 | 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm | 11:00am – 7:00pm |
December 17 | 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm | 11:00am – 7:00pm |
December 18 | 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm | 4:00pm – 8:00pm |
December 19 | 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm | 3:00pm – 9:00pm |
December 20 | 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm | 3:00pm – 9:00pm |
December 21 | 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm | 3:00pm – 9:00pm |
December 22 | 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm | 3:00pm – 9:00pm |
December 23 | 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm | 11:00am – 7:00pm |
Tickets
*FREE entrance for children under 5.
*Seniors, Military, Police, EMS and Veterans must show valid ID at event with ticket
*Plus service charges and applicable taxes.
*Important Notice: Box office/on-site tickets are limited and will only be available during show hours. To secure your date and time, buy your tickets online.
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Getting There
Connecticut Convention Center
100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT. 06103.
Exhibit Halls A & B
Parking Details
There is an 8-level parking garage for approximately 2,600 standard-sized vehicles. Parking lots and garages are managed by third parties. Pricing info here.
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