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The ELF's Holiday Light Show

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The ELF's Holiday Light Show

The E.L.F.'s Holiday Light Show is a free annual event for everyone to enjoy. Show times will be Sun-Thurs 6-10pm and Fri-Sat 6-11pm.
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Over 516,500 channels of computer animation synchronizing over 52,000 LED lights to some of your favorite holiday songs. Our annual Christmas show starts on Thanksgiving night and runs through the first Sunday of the new year. For the 2023 Christmas season that will have us running the show from Nov 23rd through Jan 7th. This year will be our fifth annual animated light show but we have had over 2

3 years of Christmas lighting experience at other local locations. We have many new displays and additions to the show this year that will make the viewing process even more enjoyable than it was in years past. As always, we will be transmitting all the audio over FM radio on 90.9 "The Grinch" and we will also have the outdoor sound system if you happen to be walking by and want to hear the show and don't have access to an FM radio. All you have to do is press the button on the sign near the roadway arches and you activate the sound system for 20 min. If you still want to listen when the time expires, just press the button again. "The Grinch" 90.9 will be active around the clock with sounds of the season that we have all come to enjoy during this time of year. DJ Snowy Joey will be hosting "The Grinch" from 7am until just prior the show each night.

**Due to all the equipment it takes to make this show happen each night, we ask that you please not enter the display due to the tripping hazards due to wires, cables, cords, and ground securing stakes that you may be unable to see at night. We want everyone to have a safe and injury free evening as you enjoy The E.L.F.’s Holiday Light Show.**

-For anyone looking to get into the animated lighting hobby, feel free to shoot us a DM or contact us by email and we will try to answer any questions you may have as well as help guide you in the right direction for what you are wanting to do. We would like to thank all the following for their support and great products to help make this show possible each and every year.
-xLights @ xlights.org
-Falcon Controllers & FPP @ pixelcontroller.com
-Kulp Controllers @ kulplights.com
-Raspberry Pi @ raspberrypi.org
-BeagleBoard @ beagleboard.org
-Inspire Light Shows @ inspirelightshows.com
-Wired Watts @ wiredwatts.com
-Wallys Lights @ wallyslights.com
-Mattos Designs @ mattosdesigns.com
-Blinky Pixels @ blinkypixels.com
-RGB Man @ rgb-man.com
-Canispater Christmas @ youtube.com/c/CanispaterChristmas
-Christmas Voice Guy @ christmasvoiceguy.com
-And many individuals that have helped with their expert advise from their years of experience

08/25/2024

Who's ready?

08/16/2024

Got some pretty big changes happening to the show schedule this year and we want to get the info out early so everyone is aware. Each year since we have started our show, our traffic has doubled in size with last year being no exception. The traffic concerns we experienced last year has resulted in us having to modify our schedule to try to accommodate our guests while maintaining a limited impact on the neighborhood. After a good bit talking and getting feedback from neighbors, planning and more discussion, we believe we have a good plan in place that will minimize the impact to the neighborhood and surrounding areas. We will still plan on launching our Christmas show on Thanksgiving night, November 28th, which will be the normal 20 min show each night, with each night being a different show. This will continue for 2 weeks through December 12th. From December 13-23 we will be running a limited show on limited nights and all shows during this time will be identical. This will allow the congestion on what has been the busiest times to be limited to only a few nights a week. These shows will only be 10 min in length and we will make a post the day of when we will be running the show. The nights we don't run a show, we will have a static light display, so it won't be dark, but this will not our typical light show. We will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day so we are able to celebrate the true reason for the season with family and friends. From December 26th through January 5th we will resume or normal 20 min daily shows with each night, again. being a different show. We appreciate everyone's understanding as we continue to address the issues are they present themselves. We would have never thought we would get the the amount of traffic we received last year but we want to continue providing this show for everyone not only in Hendersonville but WNC. Let's continue to keep the CHRISTmas spirit alive!

08/15/2024

What a great time we had last weekend at the Carolinas Mini which is a full day of training and networking with those in the lighting hobby. We were honored to have vendors and speakers from all across the the country, the farthest being from CA. Too much to take in in one day. Thankful to Russell McFarland and the team for making it an amazing weekend!
While we were there we picked up many new props that we will be adding into the show this year and ordered many more once we got home. Last night I placed an order for over 7,500 lights to be added into this seasons show. Got a LOT of work to get done between now and show night. Can't wait to see everyone there!

08/09/2024

Tomorrow we get the opportunity meet up with a bunch of our NC & SC friends that are into the RGB lighting scene just as much as we are, if not more, for a full day of fellowship and learning at the Carolinas Mini in Lexington, SC. The storm won't keep us away as we all have an important job of bringing fun and excitement to each of our neighborhoods during the holidays seasons. Many great instructors and vendors are coming from across the U.S. to bring us some amazing classes. It will be great to see who all attends as we get those that this will be their fist year to those with 30+ years of light show experience. It is always good to see my my good friend and mentor that got me started in this, Keith Hoyle with Dixieland D'Lights!

08/08/2024

We are super excited to announce that our charity drive for 2024 will again be for the Blue Ridge Humane Society. We had such a wonderful partnership with them last year, we have decided we would do it again. BRHS does so much for the animals in the local area and their heart is to get orphaned animals to loving homes throughout the year. With all the work they do it does cost a good bit to treat and care for the animals as well as maintain their facilities. We look forward to the funds we are able to help raise for this this season the help support their efforts in the community! We encourage everyone to go check out their wonderful facilities and see what BRHS is all about!

08/08/2024

Show info is just around the corner!!

07/05/2024

Happy 4th of July! It's the start of crunch season to get the show ready to go off without a hitch. Lots of information will be coming out in the next month or so about our 2024 show season. Can't wait!!

01/26/2024

Getting closer by the day and it'll be here before we know it.

01/22/2024

We are now to that stage where we are beginning to combine the information we gained throughout the season to see what areas of the show worked well and what areas need further improvement and we could use your help. We are asking for input from not only our neighbors but from the countless number of visitors that visited the shows as well. All you have to do is follow the link below and fill out the online survey. Taking just a moment of you time will help us out tremendously in continuing to improve our show each year. The survey can be submitted anonymously but we would love to hear where everyone is from.
https://forms.gle/839XLta9k1nZgbow9

01/18/2024

Today we were able to go to the Blue Ridge Humane Society's adoption center and meet the wonderful folks there. I can say is I was extremely impressed with how clean and organized the facility was as well as how friendly and welcoming the staff and volunteers were not only with us but the public that was there when we arrived. With all the generous donations we received this season we were able to deliver BRHS a check for...drum roll...$1,785.66!!! I think we were just as excited to deliver the check to them as they were to receive it. Now begins the process of determining who our charity partner will be for the 2024 season.

01/17/2024

We are excited to announce that tomorrow we will be heading over to the Blue Ridge Humane Society to deliver the funds raised during the light show. If you would still like to give, please visit our website at https://www.theelfsholidaylights.com/2023-charity-drive to give securely via PayPal or Venmo. BRHS greatly appreciates and and all donations! Stay tuned as we will be making a follow up post after tomorrows visit.

01/08/2024

It's bitter sweet to know that our shows have now concluded for the season. We want to thank everyone who came out as we have had a very successful and unexpectedly busy year. We are currently and will continuing to look at some changes for the show next year that will help deal with the traffic and other concerns. Please follow us throughout the year as we will have updates throughout the year of new props & designs as well as any show schedule changes. We are currently finalizing our funds that we were able to raise for the Blue Ridge Humane Society and will be presenting that to them soon with a post soon to follow here. We hope that 2024 bring everyone joy & happiness!

- The Rhodes'

01/07/2024

This year it's been a privilege to partner with the Blue Ridge Humane Society, a no kill shelter, as our charity partner and each day we have featured a cat or dog that is available for adoption. This year out of the 34 total animals we featured, we were able to assist with 25 of those finding their forever home. What a way to end the show season!! Be sure to follow BRHS as they are always getting in new furry critters into the system available to be adopted. Stay tuned as we will begin totaling up the funds raised for BRHS and we will make an announcement soon.

01/07/2024

Just under 8 hrs until we fire off the last show of the season. Come on out and enjoy it while ya can!

01/07/2024

Tomorrow night is our last night for running the show this season. As expected, traffic has dropped after Christmas to just a handful of cars a night so if ya haven't been out or if you have and just haven't seen our Sunday show then this would be it. We will be running it from 5:50-10. Come on out as we power everything up one last time!

01/06/2024

For the last Saturday of the show we bring you our last featured cat of the season, Faris. Faris is a male kitten that's only 6 months old and is eager to meet his purfect furever family. Rach out to Blue Ridge Humane Society today to adopt this sweet kitten or any of the other animals they have available to be adopted.

01/05/2024

Meet the smart and confident Spinelli. She is a 10 month old mixed breed that has already gotten a handful of tricks under her belt but is eager to learn many more with her new family. Meet her today by reaching out to the Blue Ridge Humane Society today!

01/04/2024

Meet 2 year old Millie! She is calm but adventurous and is currently at Blue Ridge Humane Society ready to be adopted. Reach out today!

01/03/2024

Meet Buckwheat, a 6 month old pup that is just waiting for the perfect family to go home with. If you are interested in adopting Buckwheat, reach out to Blue Ridge Humane Society to get further information.

01/02/2024

Blue Ridge Humane Society has been able to find many animals new homes during the holidays but currently there are 9 dogs and 6 cats looking for homes. Tonight we bring you Alfalfa, a 3 month old kitten that is just waiting to go home with a nice family. For more information, scan the QR code to be redirected the BRHS website.

01/01/2024

Meet T-Bone! This 2 year old well-mannered male is just waiting to start the new year with a new family. He has lived with cats previously and is willing and waiting to meet his new furry brothers and/or sisters. Reach out to the Blue Ridge Humane Society if you feel he is a good fit for you.

01/01/2024

Tonight begins our last 7 days of our show season. Reminder that each night is a different show so if you have missed one of our shows this year, you have one last chance to view each of them. It's been a successful and VERY busy season this year and we will be sad to turn off the light but it will also give us a nice break before we jump back into the planning process again for this upcoming show season.

01/01/2024

From all of us here at The E.L.F.'s Holiday Lights, we would like to wish everyone a safe and happy New Year!

12/31/2023

We are having some successful weeks at the Blue Ridge Humane Society during this show season. This week we have had another 5 animals adopted that we have had featured on our daily listings. One more week of animals to bring you but don't forget, we are accepting donations for the humane society which can be accepted on site in our secured North Pole Postal Service drop box and also able to accept donations via PayPal & Venmo. Links can be found on our website @ www.TheELFsHolidayLights.com/2023-charity-drive

12/31/2023

Fun facts about the 2023 show:

* We do this all ourselves - we do not hire a company or outside people to build, design or set-up our show
* We have 52,171 pixels (leds) in our show this year
* This is completely DIY - you cannot buy kits to do this. Lights come directly from China, we custom build our controllers, some props are custom made while others are purchased in pieces and we put together
*A lot of the props are made with stuff you buy at Lowes or Home Depot, just none of the electronics or lights
* Each song can take 30-80 hours to program the sequence, there is no “auto programming”
* There is a total of 516,513 programmed channels in the show
* We do not own a radio station - we have a FM transmitter and custom program the radio station that plays 24/7 starting Nov 1st
* If a light goes out, we are able to cut it out and splice a new one in within just a few minutes
* The show runs off its own internet network separate from the home network. Some props run completely wireless.
* The show is 100% automated using 11 “pocket computers” (RasPi & BeagleBone), multiple smart outlets, & a smart IR blasters
* We do this for fun, people love what we do and we appreciate the kind words. The neighbors seem to enjoy it as some come out every night to watch the show.

We just ask when you do decide to come, please be respectful of the neighborhood with your radio volume and don’t block the street or neighbors driveways. Thanks so much!

12/31/2023

Playlist released!
Tonight we will have the joy of ringing in the new year and what better way of doing it than with thousands of lights. This is a one time show what will begin at 11:56. There will be limited space for viewers as we are only able to get 7 cars into the viewing area at one time. If we have more than that we welcome you to park and walk down to see the show. We do ask that if you park, please don't block driveways or access roads and also leave one lane of traffic open at all times. Thank you and we hope that everyone has an enjoyable new year!

12/30/2023

We are excited to announce that we will having our annual New Years Eve show again this year which will begin at 11:56pm. We will have our own version of the ball drop and thing ring in the new year with some fun upbeat songs to celebrate the beginning of 2024. Be on the lookout for our New Years Eve show playlist being released tomorrow.
This show isn't repeated and we do have limited visitor parking. If the viewing area is full feel free to park and walk down to the show we just ask that no driveways or access roads are blocked and that we keep one lane of traffic open at all times. We look forward to 2024 and what it will bring!

12/30/2023

As we finish up our fifth week of shows we would like to introduce your to Raven. She is a 2 year old cat eager to get that purr box started up with a new family for the new year. Scan the QR code to be taken to the Blue Ridge Humane Society's website for more information. BRHS currently only has 5 dogs and 2 cats available for adoption. Lets get them all adopted! The adoption center is open from 10-6 Tues-Sat (closed from 12-1) so lets get over there today and get these animals a home!

Address

111 Rugby Forest Lane
Hendersonville, NC
28791

Opening Hours

Monday	5:50pm - 10pm
Tuesday	5:50pm - 10pm
Wednesday	5:50pm - 10pm
Thursday	5:50pm - 10pm
Friday	5:50pm - 11pm
Saturday	5:50pm - 11pm
Sunday	5:50pm - 10pm

Website

http://www.theelfsholidaylights.com/

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What a night! Over all it was a good first night with a good turnout. Found a few programming issues that should be easily corrected today. Three more nights to catch our pre-Season shows. Two different shows running back to back from 8-10 pm through Oct 31.

Successful day today getting 95% off the issues fixed. Tonight's show is going great. Still have a few pixels to replace that the cold weather is affecting but we are having to wait until warmer weather later this week. We plan to have everything fixed and ready to go by Saturday for our special New Year's show that starts at 11:59pm to ring in the new year. But come on out before then as we will be having all 7 of our shows playing from 6 until 11:59pm. What better way to ring in the new year that with some high energy music, thousands of lights dancing to millions of colors, and some crazy good (if I do say so myself) programming!!

Monday night Update

Rockin' Night at The E.L.F.'s Holiday Light Show

Big news announcement!!

Getting ready for the show!!

Only 1 more week of shows until we pull the plug until Thanksgiving night 2022. Hope you have had a chance to come out this year and see not just one of our shows but all 7 as each night of the week is a totally different show.

Tonight we will be finishing out 2021 and starting 2022 in style. We will have our normal pre-show starting at 5:50 then starting at 6pm we will be running all 7 of our nightly shows in progression every 20 min until 11:58. At that time our New Year's show will begin with a countdown to 2022 then approx a 22 min party show to follow. This is a one time show for the season and it will feature 6 songs from pop, punk rock, hip-hop/rap and others. Come on out for a safe, fun and unconventional way to ring in 2022!

Well after our tech issues the past couple of nights our issues have been fixed and we are fully running at 100%. Come on out and enjoy "Rockin' Night".

Thanksgiving Night Kick-off 2021

Well we have officially finished the kick-off night and I would say it was definitely a success. Had some major technical issues going on but was able to get them 98% worked out just before the show started. Few things to touch on tomorrow but we will be back up and running at 6pm tomorrow night. Hope to see you there!

The ELF's Holiday Light Show

We have been running strong for the last week and many have came out to enjoy the show. We have loved hearing all the feedback from so many! This is a fun and enjoyable part of our Christmas tradition and we are glad we are able to share that festive joy you you and your families. This year has def been stressful for many and we hope that this helps take your mind off all that and are able to remember the real reason we celebrate Christmas. Shows will continue to run Sun-Thurs 6pm-10pm and Fri-Sat 6pm-11pm. If you live close by, tune in around the clock to 90.9 FM "The Grinch" hear DJ Snowy Joey bringing you some of the great tunes of the Holiday season. Feel free to share photos and comments with us on our page. Seeing the joy this show bring to others is truly the reason we do this! (Video by recent attendee)