The 2026 holiday season is right around the corner! The National Ranching Heritage Center will be dressed in all its holiday finery for the 48th Annual Candlelight at the Ranch. Join the tradition on Friday, December 11 and Saturday, December 12 from 6:30 – 9 p.m. at the National Ranching Heritage Center in Lubbock.
The event is FREE (suggested donation of $5) and does not require a ticket.
Want to make your evening extra special? A VIP Experience Pass may be just what you are looking for. VIP Experience Passes go on sale in November.
VIP Experience Passes are $100 per pass and include –
- Reserved parking space for 1 vehicle
- Early entry for you and 6 guests (7 people total) from 6 – 6:30 p.m.
- Holiday snacks and refreshments
What to Expect:
Experience the magic of the holidays at the Ranch, where 15 historic structures—from the 1838 El Capote Log Cabin to the 1909 Barton House—are brought to life with festive scenes, lights, music, and volunteers sharing the spirit of the season. Stroll accessible, lighted pathways past cowboy camps and enjoy refreshments, kettle corn, and live Texas swing Christmas music in the decorated 6666 Barn. Join us in celebrating the holidays, ranch style!
** Please note, the Cash Family Ranch Life Learning Center area will be CLOSED on the evenings of Candlelight. We hope you’ll come back during normal business hours to explore Hank’s ranch!
Candlelight at the Ranch is made possible in part by ACME Electric and The CH Foundation.
Shuttle Service Update
There will be a free shuttle service for attendees parking in the event’s satellite lot starting at 6:15 pm. This parking area, located at the north side of UMC Medical Center at 5th Street and Joliet Avenue, will be serviced by Citibus. The buses will deliver visitors to the front entrance of the National Ranching Heritage Center and loop back to the UMC parking lot throughout each evening. View the shuttle service map below. Click to enlarge.
