Freeman Lights

Freeman Lights Freeman Lights is a walk thru display about 1/4 mile long. Lights are everywhere from the ground to the sky. It is truly magical.
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For Christmas, we're old school with almost 200 inflatables, tons of wire frame decorations and plenty of blow molds.

As they say, all good things must come to an end. We have had plenty of weather issues this year, even had opening night...
12/30/2025

As they say, all good things must come to an end. We have had plenty of weather issues this year, even had opening night pushed back a day. But in between, there have been thousands and thousands of visitors come by and enjoy one of the most unique Christmas displays ever put together. It is truly a magical experience.
If you haven't visited yet, here is one more chance. Tonight, Dec 30, will be the last night of the 2025 season. The winds are finally dying down. But it's going to be a cold one. So bundle up, and we'll see y'all tonight.

Bobby

Because of the high winds this afternoon and evening, the light display will be closed tonight. If you haven't been here...
12/29/2025

Because of the high winds this afternoon and evening, the light display will be closed tonight. If you haven't been here yet, Tuesday Dec 30 will be our last night of the 2025 season.

Bobby

Merry Christmas!!! We hope you all have a wonderful day filled with joy and happiness.Bobby and Susan
12/25/2025

Merry Christmas!!! We hope you all have a wonderful day filled with joy and happiness.

Bobby and Susan

12/24/2025

Yes, the display will be open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 6 to 9

We get all kinds of comments. Sometimes one of them requires immediate action. So.....I'll see your Bluey under a blue t...
12/20/2025

We get all kinds of comments. Sometimes one of them requires immediate action. So.....
I'll see your Bluey under a blue tree, and raise you a Garfield by a red bush. 😁

Bobby

We're getting ready for a very busy stretch from here to Christmas. Hours for Friday and Saturday will be 6 to 10. I'll ...
12/19/2025

We're getting ready for a very busy stretch from here to Christmas. Hours for Friday and Saturday will be 6 to 10. I'll see about adjusting next weeks hours. If you can come later in the evening, it will definitely help with the traffic and parking.
Please don't park in the neighbor's yards or grassy areas. It is a wet muddy mess when you get off the gravel road and parking lot.
Please try to park as neat and orderly as you can, with no huge gaps.
Bathrooms (3) are in the parking lot.
Santa will be here for picture taking Friday and Saturday from 6 to 8.
I want to thank this year's primary sponsor, Tara Malone for her support. If you're looking to buy or sell a home in Brunswick or Greensville County, give her a call 804-731-8107.
And just like last year, thanks to Jason Morgan and Food Lion in Lawrenceville for providing the marshmallows that everybody has been enjoying, especially the kids.
If you're looking for a place to eat dinner and are coming from the west 85/58, Pino's Pizza Italian Restaurant Lawrenceville VA is local favorite for pizza and subs. If you're coming from the east 95/58, El Ranchero-Emporia, VA has great Mexican food and lightning fast service.
On Sat night, A Taste of Texas food truck will be here. In addition to brisket and ribs, they will have chicken nuggets and hot dogs for kids.
Also on Saturday, for the first time ever, Freedom House Ministries will be here singing Christmas carols. I'm really looking forward to this.
If you have a bus or over height vehicle, please use the exit road as drawn in the picture and be here as early as possible, well before 6pm.
There is no entry fee. But there is a donation box by the front gate. Also, there is no charge for the hot chocolate and marshmallows.
Everyone be courteous and respectful, and we're going to have an amazing week. If you have any questions, let me know.
Bobby

Wednesday was an amazing night. The folks from The Bailey Center for Special Needs - Going Beyond Boundaries were here, ...
12/19/2025

Wednesday was an amazing night. The folks from The Bailey Center for Special Needs - Going Beyond Boundaries were here, and I think they really enjoyed themselves. It was great to see so many smiling faces. Hopefully we can do it again next year. Thank you Jessica for the gift bag. The sweatshirts and stop sign are perfect.
Later on, while at the hot chocolate station, I was summoned to go meet someone. As I came around the corner, I saw a lady standing there, and somehow I knew exactly who she was. You see, Debbie Miller was coming here, on her deceased father's birthday, to start a new tradition and help with the healing. She smiled, introduced herself, and I gave her a big hug. I could tell the healing had begun. And I look forward to seeing she and her son next year.
Shortly after 9, I was summoned again to go meet someone. This time I had no idea who it was. But, she introduced herself, Danielle Rodriguez, and thanked me for bringing back the joy. And then she asked if she could give me a hug. Obviously, I obliged. Just like with Debbie, I could feel how much this night at Freeman Lights meant to her.
It's not the first time this has happened to me, but it was the first with 2 in one night. I've had people cry on my shoulder plenty of times. Depression is a terrible thing to deal with. Believe me, I've had my moments too when I felt all alone in the world. And I suspect it's just horrible when the depression involves a loved one. But there's something about this property and Freeman Lights that is able to turn around the lives of so many people. It is truly a special place. So thank you Debbie and Danielle for making this such a memorable night for me.
Finally, a little personal note. If you've seen me the past couple of weeks, I looked a little different. I had decided that I would let my beard grow out, and maybe next year I could be Santa Claus some times. But, after Wednesday night, and so many other encounters, I realize that I don't need to grow a long white beard to be Santa. All I have to do....is be myself. 🙏🎅

Bobby

12/18/2025

I'm watching the radar. We're gonna give it a go tonight. Looks the heaviest rain is staying west for now.

"It's the most wonderful time of the year" !! Especially when you wake up at 2am Monday morning and see that Lowe's is n...
12/17/2025

"It's the most wonderful time of the year" !! Especially when you wake up at 2am Monday morning and see that Lowe's is now 50% off of Christmas items. You add to cart and checkout as fast as possible. And this first batch was delivered in 2 days, with free shipping.
With a display as large as ours, we are constantly adding and replacing items.
And this is how it's done. 🎅👍

Bobby

Schedule update for this week..Tuesday Dec 16 Emporia Greensville Humane Society collecting pet items, and Mrs. Claus wi...
12/16/2025

Schedule update for this week..

Tuesday Dec 16 Emporia Greensville Humane Society collecting pet items, and Mrs. Claus will be here. Pets are welcome.

Wednesday Dec 17 The Bailey Center in South Hill will be here with a group of children from 5:30 to 6:30.

Thursday Dec 18 Based on forecast of rain and wind, likely canceled. I'll know more tomorrow.

Friday Dec 19 Santa will be here from 6 to 8.

Saturday Dec 20 Santa will be here from 6 to 8, and Freedom House Ministries will be here singing Christmas carols.

** Open/Close for Friday and Saturday nights will be 6pm to 10pm so everyone doesn't try to get here at the same time.**

And somewhere in there we'll be serving up our World Famous Hot Chocolate!

It's going to be a fun week. See y'all soon.

Bobby

I've been debating about this all morning. Bitter cold and gusty winds are on the way. When people visit, I want them to...
12/14/2025

I've been debating about this all morning. Bitter cold and gusty winds are on the way. When people visit, I want them to have an enjoyable evening. But there's nothing enjoyable about running back to the car because your butt is freezing. And there's nothing enjoyable for me in seeing close to 200 inflatables being whipped around by the wind.
So, knowing that we still have 10 days until Christmas, and we finally have some warm weather coming next week, the lights will be off tonight. We will open back up Tuesday evening and be ready to collect your donations for the Emporia Greensville Humane Society.
Y'all stay warm and be safe.

Bobby

Many large displays do not allow pets, for multiple reasons. But often times, they will set aside one specific night whe...
12/13/2025

Many large displays do not allow pets, for multiple reasons. But often times, they will set aside one specific night when fur babies are welcome. So, here's what we're going to do...

I've known Tara Malone and her mom Peggy for years and years from State Farm Insurance in Emporia. Tara is a realtor and this year stepped up to help Freeman Lights as a sponsor. Her kindness is much appreciated. If you know anything about Tara, you know she loves animals. And she's a big part of the Emporia Greensville Humane Society. So, what better way to say thanks to Tara for her support than to help out a cause that is near and dear to her.

On Tuesday Dec 16, from 6 to 9pm, pets are welcome. But here's the catch. I need you need to bring something to help the animals that don't yet have a home. Whether its canned or bagged food, cleaning supplies, blankets, your donations will be much appreciated. Someone will be on hand Tuesday night to collect these items and take them to Emporia. And if you'd like to make a monetary donation, you can write a check to the Emporia Greensville Humane Society.

Also, we have Mrs. Claus here that night if you'd like to get a picture with her and your pets.

This is the first time Freeman Lights has ever had a specific night for pets. Come enjoy the lights, hot chocolate, marshmallows, and let's make this night a huge success.

Bobby

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150 Freemans Place 5
Freeman, VA
23856

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6pm - 9pm

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