The Trail of Lights runs December 10th – 23rd, 2025 from 7:00pm to 10:00 pm.

ZIP Passes and Platinum passes may enter as early as 6:00 pm on December 10-23.

General Admission access to the Trail is FREE for all ages December 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18 from 7:00-10:00 pm nightly.

General admission is $8* per person ages 12+ December 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 22 and 23 from 7:00-10:00 pm nightly. Shuttle tickets include general admission on participating nights - no separate GA gate ticket purchase is necessary for shuttle ticket holders.

ZIP Pass admission is available December 10-23 and allows priority entry to the Trail at 6:00 pm nightly, one hour before the public. ZIP passes also include access to the Zilker Lounge for complimentary cookies and cocoa. ZIP amenities are available even on the “free general admission” nights, and carry a lot of value, especially on busier nights at the Trail.

Experience the Trail in luxury with a Platinum pass! Platinum tickets offer priority entry before the public at 6:00 pm, a private Platinum Lounge, golf cart shuttle, rides on the Ferris wheel or carousel, private restrooms, refreshments, and more! Platinum Passes are available December 10-23.

Advance Parking at Zilker Park is available online. No parking will be sold onsite.

*additional service charges and tax may apply

Location: Zilker Park - Austin, Texas

The Trail of Lights is rain or shine barring extreme weather conditions or city park closures.