Holiday lighting show kicks off Friday night at Renaissance Festival grounds

Knights of Light, the third annual holiday lighting event at the Renaissance Festival, will kick off Friday, Nov. 25, at 130th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs.

Christmas lights and decorations will be placed at the festival’s buildings, celebrating with food entertainment, crafts and visits to Santa Claus.

The event will run from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays through Sundays until Dec. 18, then will be open from Dec. 21 through Christmas Eve, as well as Dec. 30 and 31.

There will be a party at 10 p.m. New Year’s Eve for guests 21 and older.

Tickets are $20 per adult and $12 for children ages 5 to 12, with free admission for children under 5.

Children will receive free hot chocolate and every attendee will get a gift bag and a chance to win a prize.

Dogs also can attend — admission is $5 for dogs.

Tickets and information are available at www.kcrenfest.com.