Lights at the Lake

Location of Bear Creek Lake State Park in Virginia

Where

Bear Creek Lake State Park, 22 Bear Creek Lake Rd., Cumberland, VA 23040.
Various locations

When

Dec. 12, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Sponsored by the Friends of Bear Creek Lake State Park, this spectacular annual event is a drive-through light show that also offers free activities and seasonal merchandise for purchase. Admission is a new unwrapped toy or a cash donation to benefit the Cumberland Christmas Mother. Free s'mores kits are available to roast over the campfire. Craft an ornament for free out of natural materials. Enjoy some hot chocolate at the Lakeside Snack Bar and shop for that perfect holiday gift at Bear Creek Hall. Besides being bedazzled by the lights, you can support the park while giving holiday joy to some who often go without.

This event is powered by volunteers, and volunteer opportunities for the Friends of Bear Creek Lake State Park "Lights at the Lake" are now open. Please click HERE to go to the sign-up sheet and just follow the instructions on the page. Thank you.

light display at night

Documents

latl-2025-updated-flyer.pdf

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-492-4410
Email Address: BearCreek@dcr.virginia.gov