World of Illumination, the producer of the world’s largest animated light show, is unveiling TWO new holiday drive-thru experiences in 2021.
The light shows will take place at Six Flags White Water (in Marietta) and at Atlanta Motor Speedway (in Hampton, GA).
Both are open now and run through January 2, 2022 — although last year’s show, titled Candy Rush, was extended through the third week of January, due to popular demand.
Each show has a different theme and is a completely different experience, so you can go to one or both.
The experience
Rockin’ Christmas is the theme at Six Flags White Water.
It features a DJ Santa, with his sidekick, the Little Drummer Boy, spinning tunes for disco-dancing candy canes. A 500-foot long illuminated tunnel serves as Santa’s magic portal.
Arctic Adventure is the theme at Atlanta Motor Speedway.
It is a polar-themed extravaganza hosted by a 32-foot tall snowman named Sunny and a host of whimsical winter characters. A simulated snowfall adds to the immersive nature of the event.
Both shows feature millions of spectacular lights and hundreds of animated displays, synced to popular music and holiday hits. Both are designed to be enjoyed from the safety and comfort of your vehicle. They are each about one mile in length and take from 25 to 30 minutes to drive through slowly.
Santa Claus will make an appearance on Magical Mondays, as well as on holidays — except for Christmas Eve, when Mrs. Claus will fill in for him.
Want to find out where to see Christmas lights at private homes, neighborhoods, parks, local attractions, and more?
Check out our huge list of Christmas light displays!
All photos courtesy World of Illumination.
Hours and prices
Rockin’ Christmas and Arctic Adventure are open from 6 to 10 p.m. nightly, including holidays.
You’ll have to buy a ticket online for a timed entry. No tickets are sold at the gate.
As of now, there is no Groupon deal for 2021. This appears to have been an introductory offer last year, when World of Illumination was brand new to the Atlanta market.
Ticket info:
You’ll pick a date and time. Time slots begin at 6 p.m. and run every half hour until 9:30 p.m.
A ticket allows unlimited passengers. No limos, buses, or RVxs.
Weekday General Admission: $45 per car
(total is $55.12 with fees and taxes)
Monday — Thursday, except holidays
Weekend General Admission: $55 per car
(total is $65.72 with fees and taxes)
Friday — Sunday, plus holidays
Buy tickets online for Rockin’ Christmas at Six Flags Whitewater
Buy tickets online for Arctic Adventure at Atlanta Motor Speedway
The attractions are not affiliated with Six Flags White Water or Atlanta Motor Speedway — they just take place in the large open parking lots at the venues.
Six Flags White Water is located at:
250 Cobb Pkwy N
Marietta, GA 30062
Atlanta Motor Speedway is located at:
1500 Tara Place
Hampton, GA 30228
You may also be interested in:
- NEW for 2021: World of Illumination drive-thru light shows
- NEW! Festival of Lights drive-thru light show at Atlantic Station
- FREE: Prism Winter Lights display at Woodruff Park in downtown Atlanta
- Lights of Life drive-thru holiday attraction in Marietta
- Discounts for Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens
- Discounts for Stone Mountain Christmas
- Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden
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