The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County hosted a preview of its annual Holiday Light Show at the Enchanted Forest at the Girl Scouts’ Camp Edey, located in Bayport on Nov. 12.
As part of the event, five Girl Scouts who won the annual Holiday Lights drawing contest saw their sketches come to life as a lighted display for the first time. Creations included a multi-colored daisy, a Girl Scout jumping over a bridge with the phrase “I Believe in Myself,” and a festive set of holiday cars traversing the woods.
“I submitted in previous years and this is the first time I’m getting it,” said Jasmine Luo, 17, of Commack who is an aspiring artist and one of the winners of the contest. “I get to express myself more. Through my art I can spread my feelings and thoughts to other people better.”
The show returns to Camp Edey for the first time since 2016 with an immersive, half-mile walk-through experience, with dozens of dazzling and animated light displays, including the iconic giant lighted Christmas tree, with plenty of fun photo opportunities along the way. Creating the show takes five miles of extension cords and enough electricity to power 25 homes.
“We’re thrilled to once again highlight the creativity of our Girl Scouts as their designs go from drawings to a vibrant, lighted display that everyone can enjoy,” said Tammy Severino, President and CEO of Girl Scouts of Suffolk County. “This is the only holiday light show that supports a nonprofit. Funds raised through the show will provide scholarships to help girls become Girl Scouts and participate in our programs.”
The display opens to the public on Friday, November 29. Tickets for the light display can be purchased in advance for a specific date and arrival time. Click here to purchase tickets. All proceeds go toward helping girls participate in Girl Scout programs.
About Girl Scouts of Suffolk County
Since 1968, Girl Scouts of Suffolk County has been committed to building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Girl Scouts helps girls develop their full individual potential; relate to others with increasing understanding, skill, and respect; develop values to guide their actions and provide the foundation for sound decision-making; and contribute to the improvement of society through their abilities, leadership skills, and cooperation with others. Follow Girl Scouts of Suffolk County on Facebook, X, Instagram, You
