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Nice idea - it is beautiful and is a must see for anyone in the area.

'Tis the season of lights and  historic DeFuniak Springs is aglow with over 3 million. Traditionally,  our lights go on the day after Thanksgiving and continue to glow each  night until December 31st. We invite you to enjoy this wonderful display  for the first time or for your annual trip to DeFuniak Springs.


 The trip is more than worth it as you drive around our placid lake and view the reflection of millions of lights.
 It’s a photographer's dream and many come to capture the sights and  scenes on display. Trees laden with thousands of lights illuminate  hand-painted figures for the young and the young at heart. Enjoy again  the serenity and beauty of our nativity that reminds us of the true  reason for the season. The Victorian silhouette figures throughout the  display remind us of a simpler time in our history and recall our  historic heritage.


 Other displays show Santa’s elves working hard to prepare toys for  all good girls and boys. Animals romp through the trees and penguins  skate on the grassy slopes in our cool night air. We are pleased to  introduce a new feature this year, the traditional “Twelve Days of  Christmas.” This delight in riotous color and beauty is a welcome  addition to the season.
 This is the year to visit Historic DeFuniak Springs and enjoy Christmas Reflections on Circle Drive.


 The display opens each evening from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and admission is  only $3 per person, with children 6 and under free. Season passes for  unlimited viewing of the dazzling display are available for $35.


 Directions: From Hwy. 90 West, turn right onto U.S. 331 South. Turn  left at the first red light (Live Oak Avenue). Follow this to the  entrance of Christmas Reflections.


 From Hwy 90 East, turn left at the red light onto U.S. 331 South.  Turn left at the first red light (Live Oak Avenue). Follow this to the  entrance of Christmas Reflections.


 From Interstate 10, go north on U.S. 331 to the fifth red light (Live  Oak Avenue). Turn right and follow to the entrance of Christmas  Reflections. You’ll have no trouble finding it because…well, we’ve left  the lights on for you.
                                
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&#039;Tis the season of lights and historic DeFuniak Springs is aglow with over 3 million. Traditionally, our lights go on the day after Thanksgiving and continue to glow each night until December 31st. We invite you to enjoy this wonderful display for the first time or for your annual trip to DeFuniak Springs. 
 
 
 The trip is more than worth it as you drive around our placid lake and view the reflection of millions of lights. 
 It’s a photographer&#039;s dream and many come to capture the sights and scenes on display. Trees laden with thousands of lights illuminate hand-painted figures for the young and the young at heart. Enjoy again the serenity and beauty of our nativity that reminds us of the true reason for the season. The Victorian silhouette figures throughout the display remind us of a simpler time in our history and recall our historic heritage. 
 
 
 Other displays show Santa’s elves working hard to prepare toys for all good girls and boys. Animals romp through the trees and penguins skate on the grassy slopes in our cool night air. We are pleased to introduce a new feature this year, the traditional “Twelve Days of Christmas.” This delight in riotous color and beauty is a welcome addition to the season. 
 This is the year to visit Historic DeFuniak Springs and enjoy Christmas Reflections on Circle Drive. 
 
 
 The display opens each evening from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and admission is only $3 per person, with children 6 and under free. Season passes for unlimited viewing of the dazzling display are available for $35. 
 
 
 Directions: From Hwy. 90 West, turn right onto U.S. 331 South. Turn left at the first red light (Live Oak Avenue). Follow this to the entrance of Christmas Reflections. 
 
 
 From Hwy 90 East, turn left at the red light onto U.S. 331 South. Turn left at the first red light (Live Oak Avenue). Follow this to the entrance of Christmas Reflections. 
 
 
 From Interstate 10, go north on U.S. 331 to the fifth red light (Live Oak Avenue). Turn right and follow to the entrance of Christmas Reflections. You’ll have no trouble finding it because…well, we’ve left the lights on for you. 
 
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Make sure you stop for dinner at the H&M hot dog stand first. Closes at 5:30 on Mon.-Fri. and 4 PM on Saturday. Closed on Sunday. Our faves? Andouille dog with grilled onions, Chicago dog, and the double cheeseburger. We keep the menu in the glove compartment of our vehicle so we can order ahead because the line can get long.
 
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Make sure you stop for dinner at the H&amp;M hot dog stand first. Closes at 5:30 on Mon.-Fri. and 4 PM on Saturday. Closed on Sunday. Our faves? Andouille dog with grilled onions, Chicago dog, and the double cheeseburger. We keep the menu in the glove compartment of our vehicle so we can order ahead because the line can get long. 
 
It&#039;s DeFunk!

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This is the year to visit the Historic Defuniak Springs Lake to see Christmas Reflections. Why not make a trip of it and go to Bogey's Restaurant, right next door to the Historic Defuniak Hotel, for a glass of wine and dinner! This offer lasts through the whole month of December. Hours are 5 p.m-9 p.m. 7 days a week. Call for pricing 850-650-6333! Make dinner Reservations at Bogey's Restaurant(850) 951-2233. We offer private vehicles or share rides for parties.

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This is the year to visit the Historic Defuniak Springs Lake to see Christmas Reflections. Why not make a trip of it and go to Bogey&#039;s Restaurant, right next door to the Historic Defuniak Hotel, for a glass of wine and dinner! This offer lasts through the whole month of December. Hours are 5 p.m-9 p.m. 7 days a week. Call for pricing 850-650-6333! Make dinner Reservations at Bogey&#039;s Restaurant(850) 951-2233. We offer private vehicles or share rides for parties.

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