Holmdel Farm Launches Drive-Thru Holiday Light Display Opening Nov. 28

A. Casola Farms in Holmdel will open the Merry Mile of Lights on Friday, Nov. 28. This 1-mile drive-thru showcases millions of lights and holiday music. It runs Wednesday through Sunday from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. through the last week of December.

Visitors can see the show from their cars. Free hot chocolate gets handed out from the Winter Wonderland Super Store to guests who come on Wednesday through Sunday.

Santa will be there on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Kids can take photos with him while grabbing hot chocolate.

The display features light installations and holiday scenes scattered along the mile-long route. Music plays as cars pass through.

A. Casola Farms is a working farm in Monmouth County that hosts seasonal events for families year-round.

Santa appearances and special events in December will be posted on social media. Check the farm's online channels for updates and schedule changes.

This is the first year for the Merry Mile of Lights at this location. The farm designed the drive-thru so families could enjoy holiday decorations without leaving their vehicles.

Details about parking and vehicle entry haven't been released yet. The farm will share more about capacity and wait times as the opening date gets closer.

A. Casola Farms is located at 178 State Route 34 in Holmdel.