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Causes: Arts & Culture, Community Celebrations
Mission: Lights of the Northwoods, located at Hodag Park in Rhinelander, WI, is your ultimate holiday destination, open nightly from Dec 1 to Jan 1. Experience over 1 million dazzling lights in a drive-through or walk-through holiday display, set to festive music on a dedicated radio station. Family-friendly activities include visits with Santa on weekends, cozy lakeside bonfires, and a spectacular fireworks show on New Year’s Day evening. This annual event supports local food pantries, creating holiday magic while giving back to the community.
Results: 2024 Year Totals: - 31,300 Visitors - 4,580lbs of food collected
Target demographics: Support the local food pantry
Direct beneficiaries per year: 4,580 lbs of food collected
Geographic areas served: Rhinelander, WI
Programs: Asking for donations from the community members that come to visit our lightshow, rather than requiring people to pay to come to the lightshow.