HILLSDALE ZOO FIELD GUIDE
Orchard of Lights: Demarest Farms' 32‑Acre Holiday Drive‑Through in Hillsdale
A guided vehicle tour across 32 acres of holiday displays at Demarest Farms — this guide explains what’s included, the booking rules, and how the bundled petting‑zoo and Santa experiences work.
Orchard of Lights: Demarest Farms' 32‑Acre Holiday Drive‑Through in Hillsdale.
Experience the Orchard of Lights at Demarest Farms in Hillsdale: a guided vehicle tour across 32 acres of dazzling holiday displays with on‑site fire pits, hot cocoa and s’mores activity, a Winter Lights Petting Zoo, and a free visit with Santa; reservations are required online and admission is sold per vehicle.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A 32‑acre guided vehicle light show
The heart of the Orchard of Lights is a guided vehicle tour that moves guests through 32 acres of holiday displays — a vehicle‑based parade of lights designed to be experienced from the comfort of your car.
Fire pit, hot cocoa and s’mores
The event includes opportunities to cozy up by the fire pit with hot cocoa and to create your own s’mores, bringing a tactile, evening‑campfire element to the holiday lights.
Petting zoo access and a free visit with Santa
Bundles pair the light show with entry to the Winter Lights Petting Zoo and include a free visit with Santa, making the outing a family‑focused holiday package.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
Orchard of Lights unfolds as a vehicle‑led circuit through illuminated displays across 32 acres, punctuated by stop‑over moments for fireside treats and animal encounters; the combined format blends a drive‑through spectacle with short, on‑site activities and a Santa visit.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The Light Show Only duration is stated as 1 hour; plan drive and on‑site activity time accordingly.
No specialized gear is required; the event provides hot cocoa and s’mores activity and is designed to be enjoyed from your vehicle with short stops for outdoor activities.
Reservations must be made online; admission is issued per vehicle and bundled ticket options specify petting‑zoo entry capacities.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need to reserve tickets in advance?
Yes — reservations must be made online.
How is admission issued?
One admission ticket is sold per vehicle.
What are the bundle options and prices?
Available options include: Light Show + Winter Lights Petting Zoo Bundle for $59 (includes one vehicle admission, petting‑zoo entry for up to 4 people, and a free Santa visit); VIP bundle for $69 (one vehicle, petting‑zoo entry for up to 6 people, and Santa); and Light Show Only for $35 per vehicle.
Is Santa included?
Yes — a free visit with Santa is included with the listed ticket options.
How long is the light show?
The Light Show Only option is listed with a duration of 1 hour.
Does a bundle include petting‑zoo access?
Yes — the Light Show + Winter Lights Petting Zoo bundles include entry to the petting zoo for the specified number of people (up to 4 for the standard bundle, up to 6 for the VIP bundle).