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LaBelle Winery Announces Fifth Annual LaBelle Lights Holiday Display

by Michelle Thornton

Sep 24, 2025

Derry, New HampshireLaBelle Winery announces its fifth annual LaBelle Lights outdoor holiday lights display. Millions of twinkling lights will illuminate festive outdoor displays along an accessible walking path at the winery’s Derry location from Nov. 14, 2025 through Jan. 18, 2026.

Hours of operation will be Tuesday through Sunday from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. in November and December. In January, LaBelle Lights will be open Thursday through Sunday from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m.

“LaBelle Lights is a joyful way to celebrate the season,” says Amy LaBelle, co-owner and winemaker at LaBelle Winery. “Each year we strive to bring new experiences. This season’s additions—including two new festival nights and nightly snowfall on Candy Cane Lane—will make LaBelle Lights more magical than ever.

LaBelle Lights Course Features

Guests will encounter an array of whimsical illuminated displays throughout the course. Highlights include Claire Bear, Candy Cane Lane, the RGB Tunnel, the Bubble Bridge and the Snowflake Forest.

New This Season:

LightsFest — Friday, Nov. 21, 2025 from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. LightsFest will feature the full LaBelle Lights walk along with a community tree lighting ceremony, fireworks, holiday characters, live performances and seasonal outdoor activities.

WinterFest — Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. WinterFest will combine the LaBelle Lights walk with a fire & ice celebration featuring live ice carving demonstrations by Ice Breakers NH, fire-inspired displays, fireworks by Pyrotecnico, live performances by A Party Place and strolling entertainers.

Candy Cane Lane will delight guests with falling snow every evening from 6 to 7 p.m.

Every LaBelle Lights guest will receive a complimentary Discover LaBelle coupon booklet as a thank you gift (while supplies last). The booklet contains more than $50 in special offers including January admission to LaBelle Lights, buy-one-get-one wine tastings and savings at LaBelle Market, The Bistro in Amherst, Americus restaurant in Derry and LaBelle Performance Series shows.

Food & Beverage

LaBelle Lights visitors can enjoy grab-and-go sweet and savory snacks and a variety of beverages, available at several locations along the LaBelle Lights path. These include the Tasting Room, the Snowflake Snack Shack and LaBelle Market. Hot and cold alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be available.

Americus Restaurant will offer full-service indoor dining. Advance reservations are recommended. For reservations visit LabelleWinery.com/labelle-winery-derry/americus-restaurant or call (603) 672-9898.

“What makes LaBelle Lights unique is that it offers so much more than dazzling displays,” says Justin Bernatchez, executive chef at LaBelle Winery. “Guests can sip warm beverages, enjoy freshly prepared food or sit down for a memorable dinner at Americus. The combination of a world-class light show and exceptional food and drink sets LaBelle Lights apart from other outdoor holiday attractions in New England.”

LaBelle Lights Tickets

General admission tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors (65+) and $10 for children ages 4 -12. Children 3 and under will be admitted free. All tickets will be half-price on Twinkle Tuesdays.

Beginning in January, late-season tickets are $10 for adults, $7.50 for seniors (65+) and $5 for children ages 4 -12. Children 3 and under will be admitted free.

Tickets for festival nights, November 21 and January 2, are $30 for adults, $25 for seniors and $20 for children ages 4-12. Children 3 and under will be admitted free. Tickets for festival nights include admission to LaBelle Lights.

Advance ticket purchases are recommended. Walk-in guests are welcome but admission is not guaranteed.

Visits with santa

Santa will be on site at the Snowflake Snack Shack (located on the LaBelle Lights path) from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3; Wednesday, Dec. 10; Wednesday, Dec. 17 and Tuesday, Dec. 23. Self-taken photos with Santa are complimentary.

LaBelle Lights Swag Bags

The kids swag bag ($26) includes a light-up bulb necklace, holiday light-up wand, 3D-glasses to enhance the light display and a LaBelle Lights tote bag.

The adult swag bag ($36) includes a LaBelle Lights embroidered winter beanie, one pair of hand-warmers, a LaBelle Lights holiday ornament, a $5 voucher to LaBelle Market and a LaBelle Lights tote bag.

Swag bags can be purchased when buying LaBelle Lights tickets online or upon arrival.

Parking

On-site parking is free for all guests attending LaBelle Lights. Accessible parking for guests with mobility challenges is available.

Preferred parking will be available for $15 per car on select Fridays and Saturdays. This option will provide convenient access to the LaBelle Lights entrance, Americus restaurant and LaBelle Market. Preferred parking can be reserved in advance when purchasing LaBelle Lights tickets online.

Charitable Donations

LaBelle Lights guests will have an opportunity to support End 68 Hours of Hunger by making a tax-deductible donation when purchasing tickets online. The nonprofit organization addresses the critical gap in food security experienced by school-age children on weekends. More information is available at www.end68hoursofhunger.org/find-your-community/new-hampshire/derry/.

Sponsorships, Groups and Fundraising Opportunities

Opportunities for businesses to sponsor LaBelle Lights are available. Sponsors will have the opportunity to connect with more than 75,000 visitors during the event’s duration. All sponsorship packages include event tickets and promotional benefits.

“Sponsoring LaBelle Lights is an excellent opportunity for businesses to increase brand awareness, drive sales and give back to the community,” says Erin Rock, corporate and nonprofit sales manager for LaBelle Winery. “We also welcome schools, athletic leagues, civic groups and nonprofits to participate in group sales and fundraising opportunities, which are wonderful ways for organizations to raise funds while experiencing LaBelle Lights as a group.”

Discounted tickets are available for groups of 25 or more.

For more information on sponsorships, group tickets or fundraising opportunities, contact Erin Rock at erin@experiencelabelle.com or (603) 672-9898 x110.

About LaBelle Winery:

LaBelle Winery has provided guests with award-winning wines since its founding in 2005. Since 2012, when its flagship facility opened in Amherst, the winery has offered outstanding cuisine, entertainment and venues for private events and weddings. LaBelle’s Amherst location is home to the winery’s production facility, The Bistro restaurant, a tasting room and wine and gift shop.

LaBelle’s Derry location opened in 2021. The Derry property is home to Americus restaurant, golf and mini-golf courses, an event center and a market offering prepared food and beverages. A tasting room and a sparkling wine production facility opened in Derry in May 2022.

Along with award-winning wines, LaBelle has created a gourmet culinary product line called The Winemaker’s Kitchen. Products are currently available at both of the winery’s locations.

LaBelle Winery Amherst is located at 345 Route 101 in Amherst, New Hampshire.

LaBelle Winery Derry is located at 14 Route 111, Derry, New Hampshire.

Visit LaBelleWinery.com for directions and hours of operation.

For questions or media inquiries, please email: michelle@labellewinery.com