Symphony Of Lights At Merriweather Post Pavillion

Symphony of lights, a spectacular display of more than 70 larger-than-life, animated and stationary light creations is currently on display at Merriweather Post Pavillion in Columbia, Maryland . It is a long-standing community tradition and a "must-see" during the holiday season. Enjoy the Symphony of Lights in a variety of ways. Learn more about this year's festivities below:

Drive Through the Light Displays

Monday, November 22, 2010 - Sunday, January 2, 2011

Open 7 days a week, from 6:00 - 10:00 p.m., including holidays except CLOSED December 31st for the Midnight at 7 event.

Cars, vans and busses can take a 20-30 minute drive-through a display of more than 70 larger-than-life, light creations illuminated by a fantasy of color, design, and animation. This holiday tradition is delightful for all ages! For a $5 off coupon, please click here. Visit www.hcgh.org/drivethrough to learn more!

Group Walk Through the Light Displays

Mondays & Wednesdays ONLY, November 29 - December 22 / 4:30 - 5:45 p.m.

Perfect for youth groups, scout groups, school groups and more! Experience the Symphony of Lights in a group setting by taking a 1.4 mile stroll through the light displays and make this your group’s holiday tradition. To learn more, visit www.hcgh.org/groupwalk.

**Registration required! Please call 410-740-7840 410-740-7840 for reservations.

Blinkin' Binkies

Thursday, December 9 / 4:30 - 5:45 p.m.

A fun, new event added to the Symphony of Lights last year! Families with children under 5, can celebrate the season with a leisurely 1.4 mile walk through the dazzling light displays. Please register online at www.hcgh.org/blinkinbinkies.

Tail Lights

Tuesday, December 14 / 4:30 - 5:45 p.m.

Back by popular demand! Treat yourself and your dog to a walk through the 1.4 mile Symphony of Lights displays. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy the holiday season and to make this dog friendly walk your families new holiday tradition. Please register online at www.hcgh.org/taillights.

*NEW THIS YEAR* Midnight at 7

Friday, December 31 / 5:45 - 8:00 p.m.

See Howard County dazzle with a New Year's Eve fireworks display! Celebrate with your family and friends. Walk 1.4 miles through the animated light displays, enjoy food, music and other exciting activities as the Symphony of Lights comes to a close. Fireworks at 7pm. Please register online at www.hcgh.org/midnightat7.

Volunteer Opportunities:

If you are interested in volunteering for Dazzle Dash, Blinkin' Binkies, Tail Lights or Midnight at 7, please call the Howard Hospital Foundation at 410-740-7840 410-740-7840 .

Directions to Symphony of Lights at Symphony Woods, Columbia, MD:

From I-95, take Rt. 32 West (Exit 38-B) toward Columbia; exit at Rt. 29 North (Columbia Town Center); proceed to Exit 18-B (Broken Land Parkway) and follow signs to Merriweather Post Pavilion entrance on the right. Mapping your route? Symphony of Lights is located at the intersection of Broken Land Parkway and Hickory Ridge Road, Columbia, MD 21044.

Parking for Symphony of Lights Festivities:

Dazzle Dash and Midnight at 7 parking: Follow driving directions above, continue 2/10 of a mile past Merriweather Post Pavilion entrance on Broken Land Parkway to the Corporate 70 Building; parking lot located at the intersection of Broken Land Parkway and Little Patuxent Parkway; or the Mall in Columbia parking lot, located directly behind the Corporate 70 Building.

Walk Throughs, Blinkin' Binkies and Tail Lights parking: Follow driving directions above, use the entrance for Merriweather Post Pavilion on the right. Follow the signs to onsite parking. The registration/check-in tables will be located at the entrance of the course.

Questions? Please call 410-740-7840 410-740-7840 .

All proceeds benefit the Campus Development Plan at Howard County General Hospital: A Member of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

For more information, visit http://www.hcgh.org/content/symphonyoflights/default.htm