---
title: Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru
slug: lights-of-joy-christmas-drive-thru-branson
type: attraction
sub_type: holiday lights
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/lights-of-joy-christmas-drive-thru-branson
city: Branson
state: MO
country: US
address: 700 Expressway Lane
geo:
  lat: 36.66019
  lng: -93.26681
duration: 0.5-0.8 hour
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:12:02.154Z
availability: SoldOut
rating:
  value: 3.5
  count: 30
  scale: 5
---
## Overview

Get into the holiday spirit with the newest Branson Christmas lights display! The Lights of Joy drive-thru festival features a 1.5-mile sparkling self-driving tour synchronized to music, with holiday stories, characters, and memories, plus opportunities to have your picture taken with Santa Claus.

## What's Included

- Admission to the Lights of Joy Christmas drive-thru light display
- Picture opportunities with Santa Claus on Fridays and Saturdays

## What's Not Included

- Hot Cocoa (available for an additional fee)

## Good to Know

* Experience Branson's premiere Christmas lights tour.
* This 1.5-mile sparkling self-driving tour takes approximately 45 minutes.
* Makes for a great family outing.
* Have your picture taken with Santa every Friday and Saturday.
* Hot Cocoa is available for an additional fee.

## FAQs

### Where is Branson’s Lights of Joy (formerly Branson's Gift of Lights) located?

You can find the extraordinary light display at the Shepherd of the Hills Expressway and Expressway Lane intersection. The address is 700 Expressway Lane, Branson, MO.

### How long is the drive through the display?

This self-driving tour covers 1.5 miles of marvelous lights and LED displays. The tour lasts approximately 45 minutes.

### Is there an age limit?

No. This attraction is perfect for all ages looking to enjoy the holidays.

### When does Santa?

Santa and Mrs. Claus visit Friday and Saturday nights before Christmas, beginning November 1st through Christmas Eve. Selfies with Santa are free, and you may donate to Tri-Lakes KLIFE, a local Christian ministry to youth and their families. 

### Does the Lights of Joy serve Hot Cocoa?

Santa and Mrs. Claus offer hot cocoa on Friday and Saturday nights before Christmas. The cost is $1 per cup. Every penny goes to Tri-Lakes KLIFE, a local Christian ministry to youth and their families.

### What types of cars can drive-thru?

Minibusses, limos, cars, trucks, and minivans are allowed. Maximum 9 passengers. Ticket admission for Motorcoaches must be purchased directly.

### Do you allow limousines to drive through?

Yes! They have partner companies that offer tours of many light displays in Branson but don't have limousines to rent out.

## Reviews

> "Disappointed "
> — theresamolsbee, December 17, 2023

> "Not worth the money!"
> — mom2twns06, November 26, 2023

> "Short Christmas Light Display"
> — Monopoly_J, February 23, 2022