This holiday season, downtown Cambridge, Ohio transforms into a winter wonderland, filled with the charm of Dickens Victorian Village and the sparkle of one of the most breathtaking light displays in the Midwest—the Guernsey County Courthouse Holiday Light Show!
A Spectacular Display of Light and Music
From November through early January, the historic 1881 Guernsey County Courthouse becomes the backdrop for a mesmerizing holiday light and music extravaganza. Over 110,000 twinkling lights illuminate the night sky, dancing and pulsing in perfect harmony with a festive soundtrack. This FREE, state-of-the-art light show runs nightly from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., extending until 10:00 p.m. on weekends and holidays—giving visitors ample opportunity to take in the magic.
CHRISTMAS SHOW SCHEDULE
See this FREE show each evening from 5:30pm until 9pm daily through New Years Day! Plus there are extended show hours on selected dates.
2026 SPECIAL EXTENDED SHOW DATES: (Runs until 10pm) 11/10, 11/11, 11/12, 11/13, 11/14, 11/25, Thanksgiving Day, 11/27, 11/28 (following the Christmas Parade), 12/4, 12/5, 12/11, 12/12, 12/18, 12/19, 12/13, 12/19, 12/20, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, 12/26, New Years Eve.
Designed by AVC Communications, this incredible display is no ordinary holiday light show. It features more than 8,000 control circuits, each precisely synchronized in quarter-second increments to a mix of traditional and contemporary Christmas music. From beloved children’s classics to modern holiday hits, each hour-long show offers a variety of heartwarming melodies and dazzling light choreography.
The show’s seamless blend of historic charm and cutting-edge technology makes it a must-see attraction, drawing visitors from near and far to experience the magic of the season.
Click here to learn more about the show including show times and videos!
A Labor of Love and a Gift to the Community
This breathtaking display is a true labor of love, requiring thousands of hours to design and install. The show is a gift to the community from local resident Grant Hafley and is made possible through the joint efforts of:
- Dickens Victorian Village
- Guernsey County Commissioners
- Cambridge/Guernsey County Visitors & Convention Bureau
- City of Cambridge
- AVC Communications
Plan Your Visit
Whether you’re strolling through the Dickens Victorian Village, browsing local shops, or sipping hot cocoa under the glow of holiday lights, the Guernsey County Courthouse Holiday Light Show is the perfect way to end a festive evening. Gather your family and friends and make this incredible tradition part of your holiday celebrations!
Show runs nightly from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., extending until 10:00 p.m. on weekends and holidays—giving visitors ample opportunity to take in the magic.
