Wonderland of Lights 2026 Opening Ceremony

Marshall lights up its historic downtown for the season at the Wonderland of Lights opening ceremony. The courthouse square is covered in lights, and the season brings ice skating, carriage and wagon rides, a carousel, Santa's Village and live music. The first skate of the season is at 7 p.m. on opening night. It is for families and all ages. When: Opening ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 25, at 5:45 p.m. First skate is at 7 p.m. Regular Wonderland hours are Monday to Thursday 6 to 9 p.m., Friday 6 to 10 p.m., Saturday 4 to 10 p.m. and Sunday 4 to 9 p.m. It is closed Thanksgiving Day. Hours can change with weather. The 2026 page also lists the Wassail Walk on Saturday, Nov. 28, 1 to 5 p.m., and a lighted Christmas parade at 6 p.m. in December. Where: Downtown Marshall, around the Old Harrison County Courthouse, 200 W. Houston St, Marshall, TX 75670. Cost: The opening ceremony and Santa's Village are free. Some attractions charge. Last season's city prices were ice skating $14, carriage rides $12 per rider, wagon rides and the Wonderland Express trackless train $5 per rider, and the carousel $3. 2026 prices may differ. More info: https://connectmarshall.com/wonderland-of-lights/ and https://www.marshalltexas.net/483/Wonderland-of-Lights Organizer: City of Marshall and Marshall Main Street.