23rd Annual Trail of Lights

(scroll down for hosts, entertainment & special events)

Beautifully festive weather is expected at the trail tonight, Dec 18th.
The rain is supposed be gone by 3:00 and by 6:00 when we open we are expecting: clear skies, low-to-mid 50s with a breeze.

2021 Dates: December 4-5, 8-12, 15-23, 26 (on the 24th & 25th the lights will be on but no services will be operating)
Times: Fridays & Saturdays 6:00-10:00 p.m.; All other days 6:00-9:00 p.m.



If you are interested in being involved as an exhibitor, volunteer, sponsor, or entertainer, please send an email to rebecca@emilyann.org if you need further information or have any questions.

Come join us for our 2021 Trail of Lights! We were so sad to cancel in 2020 so we are super excited to be planning our Trail of Lights for 2021!

The trail runs most days in December and is a walking trail through approximately 8 acres of lighted exhibits. Most nights feature live entertainment on the stage next to our yule log where guests can enjoy complimentary marshmallows and hot chocolate. Santa Claus flies in most nights from the North Pole and will be in his house to greet everyone! There will also be several special event nights throughout the run of the trail. During our 3rd Annual Chocolate Night on December 11th, guests can purchase a ticket to taste 10 samples of delectable chocolate from various vendors.

Another special event will be our Christmas Melodrama which will run Friday and Saturday nights from December 3rd to 18th. Entry will be by donation but the seating will be limited for each of the two shows each evening so reserve your tickets now! CLICK HERE to reserve your seat!

The EmilyAnn's Trail of Lights is free to attend; however, donations are graciously accepted at several donation stations at the entrance and throughout the grounds. Guests can also support the EmilyAnn by purchasing an array of fun light-up toys and yummy concessions. All proceeds from donation stations, concessions, stores, and special events benefit the EmilyAnn.

2021 Hosts, Entertainment & Special Events

This area will be updated as new exhibitors, hosts and entertainers are confirmed.

(All events are included as a part of Trail of Lights and do not require reservations except for the Melodrama. While it is by donation, you will need to reserve a seat for this activity. Click here to reserve.)

Saturday, December 4

  • Host: Davi Williams, DMD (formerly Robert White, DDS)
  • Entertainment: EmilyAnn Christmas Choir
  • Entertainment: TX ATRAS Band
  • Santa arriving on the Fire Truck at 5:00 p.m.
  • Opening ceremonies 5-6:00 p.m. & then trail officially opens at 6:00 p.m.
  • Santa will be in his house!
  • Train will be running
  • Christmas Melodrama

Sunday, December 5

  • Host: DAR, Jacobs Well Chapter
  • Entertainment: EmilyAnn Christmas Choir

Monday, December 6 - Closed

Tuesday, December 7 - Closed

Wednesday, December 8

  • Host: Delta Kappa Gamma
  • Entertainment: EmilyAnn Christmas Choir

Thursday, December 9

  • Host: Hill Country Neighbors
  • Entertainment: EmilyAnn Christmas Choir

Friday, December 10

  • Host: Wimberley Community Chorus
  • Host: Wimberley United Methodist Church
  • Entertainment: Martens Suzuki Violin Studio 6:45-7:30 p.m.
  • Entertainment: Wimberley Community Chorus 7:30-8:30 p.m.
  • Santa will be in his house!
  • Train will be running
  • Llamas visiting the grounds!
  • Christmas Melodrama

Saturday, December 11 - CHOCOLATE NIGHT

  • Host: H-E-B
  • Host: Knights of Columbus
  • Entertainment: TX ATRAS Band
  • Santa will be in his house!
  • Train will be running
  • Christmas Melodrama

Sunday, December 12

  • Host: Wimberley Community Chorus
  • Entertainment: Wimberley Community Chorus

Monday, December 13 - Closed

Tuesday, December 14 - Closed

Wednesday, December 15

  • Host: Wimberley Dance Elite
  • Entertainment: Heart of Texas Chorus

Thursday, December 16

  • Host: St. Stephens Episcopal School
  • Entertainment: St. Stephens Episcopal School
  • Entertainment: EmilyAnn Christmas Choir

Friday, December 17

  • Host: Wimberley Republicans
  • Entertainment: TBD
  • Santa will be in his house!
  • Train will be running
  • Llamas visiting the grounds!
  • Christmas Melodrama

Saturday, December 18

  • Host: Cub Scout Pack 127
  • Host: AMVETS Post 182
  • Entertainment: Clickety Cloggers 7-8 p.m.
  • Santa will be in his house 6-8:30 p.m.
  • Train will be running
  • Christmas Melodrama

Sunday, December 19

  • Host: Mima's Tacos To Go
  • Entertainment: Little Beverly & The Shades
  • Santa will be in his house!
  • Train will be running

Monday, December 20

  • Host: Ozona Bank
  • Entertainment: Chasing Tigers, Soma Jerome, Ceilidh, Sam Downing
  • Entertainment: EmilyAnn Christmas Choir
  • Santa will be in his house!
  • Train will be running

Tuesday, December 21

  • Host: Gibson Properties
  • Host: Let's Go Adventure Fun Camp
  • Entertainment: Jesse Stratton & Son
  • Santa will be in his house!
  • Train will be running

Wednesday, December 22

  • Host: Messina Inn
  • Entertainment: Jesse Stratton Band
  • Santa will be in his house!
  • Train will be running

Thursday, December 23

  • Host: Scouts
  • Entertainment: TX ATRAS Band
  • Santa will be in his house!
  • Train will be running
  • Llamas visiting the grounds!

Friday, December 24

  • Walking Trail only on this night.

Saturday, December 25

  • Walking Trail only on this night.

Thursday, December 26

  • Host: TBD
  • Entertainment: TBD
  • Llamas visiting the grounds!

Important Information

PETS, ALCOHOL, FIREARMS:

Alcohol, pets, and firearms are NOT allowed on the EmilyAnn grounds. Smoking is permitted in designated areas only. Service animals are permitted.

PARKING INFORMATION:

As there is very limited parking in the EmilyAnn lot, almost all parking for Trail of Lights will be next door at Wimberley High School and Danforth Middle School.

If you have a government issue handicap permit or need to drop off closer to the entrance at EmilyAnn, you may pull into the EmilyAnn and proceed down the lighted driveway. Close to the entrance there will be a volunteer to help direct you to the handicap parking or allow you to drop off passengers. After dropping off, you will need to proceed to the designated parking at the high school and middle school. There is a lighted, concrete walkway from the high school to the EmilyAnn grounds.

WEATHER INFORMATION:

Any changes at Trail of Lights due to weather will be posted here on this web site. In general the trail will remain open with the lights on when it is raining unless the conditions become dangerous or there is a forecast for heavy rain. Some services may be limited in the event of light rain (e.g. concessions, Santa, princesses, entertainment). The train is not able to run in any type of rain.

CONCESSIONS:

Come have dinner at the Trail! Our concession stand offers many options including: hot dogs (plain, chili/cheese), frito pie, bottled water, smores, marshmallows, hot cocoa, and more!

ENTRANCE STORE:

Light your way through the Trail of Lights!! Our entrance store offers a great selection of light-up accessories and toys for all ages to help you look as festive as the exhibits! Prices range from $3-$20.

PAYMENT TYPES ACCEPTED:

Admission is free but donations are greatly appreciated! We accept cash, check and credit card donations. If you would like to use a credit card to make a donation, please come to the front store tent. Cash is accepted at all locations/activities (train, concessions and store). Credit cards are accepted at concessions and the store. If you need to purchase train tickets with a credit card, please come to the front store tent.

2021 Exhibitors