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About Merry Light Show - Pittsburgh
Merry Light Show brings a festive, family-friendly drive-through experience to Hazelwood Green, just south of downtown Pittsburgh. Formerly Holiday Spectacular in Butler, this seasonal lights event runs from the Thanksgiving weekend through December 31, offering a magical tour by vehicle rather than traditional seating. With a per-vehicle pricing model and flexible entry options, it’s easy to enjoy the glow without the fuss. Arrive with your household, tune in to the ambient soundtrack, and let the holiday display spark joy as you pass through dazzling installations. The venue sits at 4501 Lytle St, Pittsburgh, PA 15207, nestled near the Hot Metal Bridge and the South Side corridor, making it a convenient winter outing for locals and visitors alike.
Parking is available on-site with flow-through routes designed for vehicles of all sizes. While there are no seats or a traditional seating chart, you can plan your visit by arriving during the late afternoon or early evening to catch the lights before peak crowds. Hours typically run from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm, though exact times can vary by year. Tickets are sold per vehicle, with Weekday prices generally in the the best available price range and Weekend prices in the the best available price range. Tickets can be purchased online in advance or paid at the entrance. For your Pittsburgh weekend plans, consider pairing your visit with a stay at nearby hotels such as SpringHill Suites Pittsburgh Southside Works or HYATT House Pittsburgh-South Side, which offer convenient access to the South Side area and dining options. We’ve got trusted affiliate partners to help you book hotels and nearby dining, making your trip smooth from start to finish.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: Hazelwood Green, near the intersection of Second Ave and Blair St, Pittsburgh, PA (approximately 1/8 mile southeast of the Hot Metal Bridge).
- Venue type: Temporary outdoor drive-through holiday light show; no seating and no traditional seating chart.
- Operating dates/hours: Usually runs Thanksgiving evening through December 31; common window cited as 6:00pm–11:00pm (exact hours may vary by year).
- Ticketing: Per-vehicle pricing (Weekdays about $25–$35; Weekends about $35–$45); advance online or pay at entrance.
- Capacity: Public capacity/throughput not published by organizers.
- Nearby hotels: SpringHill Suites Pittsburgh Southside Works; HYATT House Pittsburgh-South Side (near SouthSide Works).
- Notable history: Holiday Spectacular was moved from Butler to Pittsburgh in 2024 and branded under Merry Light Show; ongoing holiday-season event.
- Venue address (per Hazelwood Green listing): 4501 Lytle St, Pittsburgh, PA 15207.