Do you love watching Christmas lights displays during the holiday season? Then luckily for you, it’s just about time for light shows to begin. If you only make it to one holiday light show this season, make sure it’s the Christmas City Walkway of Lights in Marion. This whimsical attraction is certain to make you feel like a kid again. Bundle up in your colorful coats and scarves and get ready to experience the best winter hike in Indiana.

Marion, Indiana is popularly known as "Christmas City" which puts a lot of pressure on them to go all out for Christmas. Luckily, they do!
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Their Christmas City Walkway of Lights show grows bigger every year and is one of the largest lights displays in the state.
This magical walkway has over 2.5 million lights and displays spanning from traditional to humorous.
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You can walk or drive through this 2.5-mile holiday lights display that attracts over 65,000 vehicles a year.
The stunning display is the perfect nighttime event to help get even the grinchiest of grinches into the holiday spirit.
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It's impossible not to love!
You'll also see fun displays like cannons and dinosaurs. It's sure to delight kids of all ages.
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This event is perfect for the young and the young-at-heart.

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You don't even have to explore the entire walkway to appreciate the magic of this festive display.
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You can easily watch the lights as they stretch out in front of your eyes.
Walking through gives you an incredible experience, but driving slowly through is a fun (and warm) way to behold the magic.
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Add this to your list of things to do in winter in Indiana!
If you only see only one lights display this year, make sure it's one of Indiana's best!
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This is definitely the most dazzling Christmas light hike in Indiana.
This year's Christmas City Walkway of Lights event kicks off on November 23rd at 6pm.
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The cost is $5 per car. Enjoy apple cider, hot chocolate, and Christmas sweets at the Gift Shoppe. Santa is also known to visit on occasion, so be sure you're on the nice list! This event takes place at Matter Park in Marion, Indiana. To learn more about this wonderful holiday tradition, visit their website or Facebook page.

To get a taste of the holiday magic, check out the below video:

Will you be checking out this magical winter walk this holiday season? What are you favorite things to do in winter in Indiana? For more holiday magic, check out this epic North Pole train ride.

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What are the best walk through light displays in Indiana? 

For another Christmas light hike in Indiana, venture to Christmas at the Indianapolis Zoo. This jolly event lets you see this attraction like never before. Zoos across the nation have added events like these, but The Indianapolis Zoo was the very first. Here, you can stroll through a dazzling tunnel of lights, decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus, and share your wish list with Santa! Soak up the Christmas spirit and let your inner child run free.

Can I go hiking in the winter in Indiana? 

There are so many great places for winter hiking in Indiana. Morgan-Monroe State Forest in Angola is one of the most spectacular. This tranquil place is perfect when the weather gets chilly. For another gorgeous winter hike, head to Hoosier National Forest in Bedford. This destination is home to the astonishing Hemlock Cliffs National Scenic Trail. This pathway is hauntingly beautiful, and it's perfect for wintertime exploring. To learn more about Indiana’s best hikes, read our feature article here.

What are the best parks to visit in the winter in Indiana?

Clifty Falls State Park, located in Madison, is a lovely place to visit when the weather gets cooler. Take the time to enjoy the lovely scenery without breaking a sweat! Turkey Run State Park, located in Marshall, is another amazing place to explore. No matter where you go, one thing is certain: Indiana is gorgeous any time of year.

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