The popular “Light Up BSP” holiday display at Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland is slated to return on December 18, 2026, after a necessary hiatus.
Background & Status
- 2025 Hiatus: Park leadership paused the event in late 2025 due to massive traffic congestion and parking constraints caused by high attendance. Over 80,000 visitors attended the 2024 event, leading to severe delays around the area.
- Infrastructure Improvements: The park utilized the hiatus to expand on-site parking capacity—supported in part by a $1.5 million state reimbursement grant—and redesign traffic management strategies for smoother entry and exit.
- 2026 Return: The hiatus was specifically planned as a one-year break, with the park scheduling the event to return on December 18, 2026.
Event Features
- Admissions: Free to the public.
- Attractions: Illuminated light trails starting near the Welcome Center, expanded displays along the Canopy Walk, photos with Santa, nightly live entertainment, family lawn activities, sensory-friendly hours, and seasonal concessions.
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