Laazy H Ranch Christmas Light Display is FREE to the public

Christopher and Maggie Holstead, residents of Sanger/Bolivar, have been putting up their Christmas display since 2019 at 9719 Bernard Road. This display was carried over from their previous home, and with a larger yard in Sanger, they decided to expand it, thanks in part to encouragement from Christopher’s father. “My father was very adamant that we should have a big display out here,” said Chris. “After he passed away, we saw a news clip about commercial light displays with drive-through options and the prices were insane. We decided we wanted a display that was free so that everyone could enjoy the lights whenever they wanted, regardless of their financial situation.”

When the Holsteads first started, they had trees, their house, bushes, and about 8 to 10 wire frames. Now, they have over 300. While they haven't yet reached the quarter-million light mark, they fully expect to exceed that number next year. Last year, they used 213 extension cords, and they surpassed that number this year, with a final count expected only after they take down the display in January.

The couple begins decorating on October 1 and typically works 4 to 6 hours a day, taking about six weeks to set up the entire display. It’s just Chris and Maggie who put up all the frames and displays, but a couple of neighborhood boys help them wrap the trees.

You can enjoy the stunning display from the warmth of your vehicle, as it will remain up through January 2. You can see it from dusk to 11:30 p.m., each night.

This isn't just a seasonal project for the Holsteads; they spend the other 46 weeks of the year repairing lights that need replacing and acquiring new wire frames. “We strip them down and re-light them with LED lights in preparation for the next Christmas season,” Chris explained.