Searcy’s Living Nativity is an annual favorite. More than 200 volunteers are bringing the biblical story to life with camels, sheep, chickens, horses and more. Guests are treated to hot cocoa and a CD to play during the 12-minute drive through the Living Nativity. To date, more than 100,000 visitors have seen the production. Stick around in Searcy for the Holiday of Lights. 

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If you’re closer to Fayetteville Downtown Square, check out the Lights of the Ozarks. The whole family will enjoy this brilliant display of more than 400,000 lights in addition to nightly activities like pony rides and pictures with Santa. You can enjoy this winter wonderland through December 31st.

Hot Springs, AR is home of the Holiday Lights at Garvan Woodland Gardens. As many as 4.5 million bright bulbs burn across 17 acres, creating an unforgettable holiday display. You can also enjoy an animated light show and see elves, reindeer and a lighted sleigh. This unique tradition is bright enough to make the Grinch smile.