The holiday season comes alive at the 21st annual Holiday Lights display in scenic Decorah, Iowa.
Drive through the lighted display at Pulpit Rock Campground, 505 Pulpit Rock, Decorah, Iowa, from Thanksgiving through Christmas night, and relive your childhood memories while enjoying over 100 lighted displays sponsored by area businesses and nonprofit organizations.
Santa is available during the walk-through and on weekends to share your wish list and for photographs.
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Helping Services for Youth & Families
Holidays Lights, a fundraiser for Helping Services for Youth & Families, “has been providing children, teens, and adults with the skills and knowledge to bring about positive change in their own lives and in their communities” in Northeast Iowa.
Freewill donations benefit Helping Services for Youth & Families.
Holiday Lights Walk Through Night-November 26, 2025
Save the date! The popular walk-through is scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, from 5-7:30 p.m. It is the only day that visitors can enjoy the light display on foot. An estimated 3,000 visitors enjoy the walk-through every year. Traditionally, the sky is clear, and the temperature pleasant, and in some years, there has even been snow on the ground making it the perfect event for kicking off the holiday season. The Holiday Lights walk-through is enjoyed by family and friends of all ages.
Visitors will enjoy a variety of soups prepared and donated by local restaurants. Lip-smacking good! There is even ice cream from the local ice cream shoppe, Sugar Bowl, to enjoy with cookies served by the local Girl Scouts. Warm up with a cup of steaming hot chocolate or apple cider.
New this year! Safety is always a concern for the event organizers. This year Pulpit Rock Road will be closed to all traffic starting at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26 in Decorah, Iowa for the Holiday Lights Walk Through the Night.
For a list of tips to make your evening memorable, visit FAQ
Check out the parking map below to make your visit safe and enjoyable.
Extend your visit with dinner at Twin Springs Supper Club and stay the night at Hotel Winneshiek when visiting Decorah.
Dinner at Twin Springs Supper Club
Your next stop is Decorah’s Twin Springs Supper Club. It is a light display all of its own, with a menu fit for royalty and a world-class wine list.
The food is as delicious as it looks. With a selection of food that satisfies your palate, you will not be disappointed. The location, service, and food will exceed your expectations. Reservations are recommended especially on weekends.
The selection of wine at Twin Springs Supper Club is exceptional. There are wines on the list that are not found on other wine lists in Decorah. Why? The owner, Roumel Reynon, is an accomplished Sommelier. You can’t go wrong with a bottle of Gruet sparkling wine from New Mexico.
They also offer a wide selection of specialty drinks, such as a Aloha-tini, Very Berry Martini, Chocoholic Martini, Peachy Keen, Burnt Orange Manhattan, Lemon Drop, Cosmo, Berry Mule, Prairie Mule, or Brandy Old Fashioned Sweet. Take your pick!
For up-to-date information and to check out the menu, visit https://www.facebook.com/twinspringssupperclub.
A Night at Hotel Winneshiek
End the evening at Hotel Winn Bar, located in historic Hotel Winneshiek in downtown Decorah. Hotel Winn features Iowa craft beers, including Decorah’s Toppling Goliath and Pulpit Rock. The appetizers are delicious.
Hotel Winneshiek feels like you have walked into a Hallmark Christmas story. The hospitality is five-star, and you will not be disappointed. The hotel is decked out in its finest Christmas attire during the holiday season. A brightly lit Christmas tree takes center stage in the lobby, with garland and Christmas decorations adding to the festive atmosphere.
The holidays have always been special in Decorah.