Aisle of Lights
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Aisle of Lights
c/o City of Coralville
1512 7th St.
Coralville, IA 52241
Ph: 319.248.1700
Aisle of Lights
c/o City of Coralville
1512 7th St.
Coralville, IA 52241
Ph: 319.248.1700
Aisle of Lights
See how thousands of white paper sacks, each filled with sand and a votive candle, create a magical scene on a winter evening! Miles of luminarias are available for viewing by foot or car. Aisle of Lights is held annually on the second Sunday in December.
Area businesses and organizations host activities for all ages, and participating residents and businesses light luminarias in the evening. Coralville’s annual Aisle of Lights luminaria display began in 1980.
Sunday, December 12, 2021
Light luminarias on Sunday from 5:00 to 9:00 pm (see "Events" below for related activities).
Where to See Luminarias
1. Residents and businesses throughout Coralville are invited to light luminarias on their sidewalks.
2. The City and community volunteers will light luminarias on:
- 5th Street (1st Avenue to S.T. Morrison Park)
- 12th Avenue (Highway 6 to Oakdale Boulevard)
- Holiday Road (1st Avenue to 12th Avenue)
Where to See Holiday Lights & Displays
See a map of the community's favorite light displays at www.coralville.org/holidaylights throughout December.
Weather
Aisle of Lights is held snow or shine, and will not be rescheduled if the weather doesn't cooperate. In the event of wind, sleet, or rain, light luminarias as you are able.
Presenting Sponsor
Aisle of Lights is sponsored by GreenState Credit Union.
Sand donated by Hawkeye Ready Mix.
Sand donated by Hawkeye Ready Mix.
How to Participate

- Get free sacks and sand beginning Monday, December 6:
- Pick up sacks at Coralville City Hall (1512 7th St.) or the Coralville Recreation Center (1506 8th St.)
- Pick up sand at the Aquatic Center parking lot (1513 7th St.), adjacent to City Hall, in the west side of the lot; bring a container to transport sand.
- Buy votive candles.
- Place sacks, weighted with sand and a candle, along your sidewalks (roughly every third sidewalk square). Tip: Fold the top edge of the sack down for extra sturdiness.
- Light your candles by 5:00 pm on Sunday. Please clean up your luminarias by 9:00 am on Monday.
Include Your Neighbors
Would you like to invite your neighbors to light luminarias? Download and print our handy neighborhood invitation!
Would you like to invite your neighbors to light luminarias? Download and print our handy neighborhood invitation!
Aisle of Lights Activities*
Friday, December 10, 2021
Free Community Meal
5:00-7:00 pm
Coralville Recreation Center, 1506 8th St.
Enjoy a delicious, free meal and a bounce house, games, and activities for the family. Decorate luminaria bags to set out at your home on Sunday for Aisle of Lights. Hosted by the Coralville Community Food Pantry and the City of Coralville. May be adapted as a to-go meal only. For updates and menu, see www.coralvillefoodpantry.org/events.
Sunday, December 12, 2021
Model Railroad
12:00-4:00 pmHawkeye Model Railroad Club, 860 Quarry Rd.
View model railroads and watch the trains.
Open Houses in the Iowa River Landing
12:00-4:00 pm
Iowa River Landing, E. 9th St. & Quarry Rd.
Lights, horse-drawn carriage rides, and Santa, oh my! Enjoy the festivities at holiday open houses at the IRL and finish your holiday shopping. Enjoy delightful holiday goodies and explore the various holiday open houses at each of the IRL’s retail locations. Bring the family for pictures with Santa or enjoy a carriage ride before grabbing dinner and drinks in the IRL. Iowa River Landing event details
Open House at Old Town Hall (CANCELLED)
3:00-6:00 pm, 407 5th St.Join the Johnson County Historical Society for an activity, treats, and an exhibit of antique sleds and toys.
Light the Way with Community Wishes
3:30-5:00 pm
S.T. Morrison Park, 1513 7th St., Fireside Shelter
Light the way, Coralville! Stop by and decorate a luminaria bag with your message for Coralville for 2022. The fireplace will be blazing, so grab a hot cocoa and a bagged cookie thanks to GreenState Credit Union. Enjoy music and a kid's winter craft while supplies last. Decorated luminarias will be lit at 5:00 pm at the south end of the park.
Soup Supper
5:00-7:00 pmCoralville United Methodist Church, 806 13th Ave.
Enjoy a selection of homemade soups and delicious dessert to go (walk up/drive up only). Free will offering accepted.
Bop’s Choo Choo Trains, Santa, & Santa's Sleigh
5:00-7:30 pm
Coralville City Hall, 1512 7th St.
Bop’s Choo Choo Trains will be on display as they ride through a magical Victorian winter wonderland! Santa will hand out candy canes and bring his sleigh from the North Pole, courtesy of GreenState Credit Union. Please wear a mask.
Open House at The Big White House
5:00-8:00 pm
The Big White House, 1246 12th Ave.
Warm up around the fireplace with hot drinks, cookies, and live music, and explore a renovated 1910 farmhouse. Hosted by Genesis Church.
Luminarias throughout Coralville
5:00-9:00 pm
Light luminarias on your sidewalks and tour the twinkling lights!
*Events subject to change.
To be listed, events must relate to Aisle of Lights and be community-focused, open to the public and all ages, and free unless otherwise noted. Inclusion does not imply sponsorship or endorsement by the City. Contact individual organizers for information.
Self-Guided Tour
View the twinkling lights throughout Coralville at your leisure (we suggest viewing the luminarias on 5th Street, 12th Avenue, and Holiday Road, as well as those placed by residents and businesses throughout Coralville).
Limited Bus Tours*
The City of Coralville provides a free wheelchair-accessible bus to tour the lights on Sunday, December 12, 2021.
- Masks are required. Social distancing is required.
- Capacity is limited to allow room for safe distancing, and space for all riders is not guaranteed. Each round is first come, first served.
- Departs from City Hall (1512 7th Street) at approximately 5:15 pm, 6:00 pm, 6:45 pm, and 7:30 pm.
- Free and open to the public.
*Subject to change
Contact Us
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Aisle of Lights
c/o City of Coralville
1512 7th St.
Coralville, IA 52241
Ph: 319.248.1700