Follow the wafting scent of freshly-baked gingerbread through a winter wonderland at Desert Farm Lights, the West Valley holiday light installation returning to Justice Brothers Ranch in Waddell.

Happening Friday, Nov. 17 through Sunday, Dec. 31, this year’s eight-acre event will feature a multitude of activations for all ages, including a horse-drawn hayride, DIY toy shop, a 90-foot fun slide, holiday train ride and giant snow globes at 14629 W. Peoria Ave.

“Desert Farm Lights is returning this year to capture imaginations with larger-than-life activities and lighting installations,” said Shanelle Kunz, founder of Desert Farm Lights. “Our event is a delight for both kids and your inner child. Experience holiday magic and make unforgettable memories with loved ones this winter.”

Initially created as a high-quality, immersive holiday event close to home for West Valley families, this year’s Desert Farm Lights will be a destination worth visiting; couples can snuggle close and enjoy gooey s’mores inside giant themed snow globes, and children will stay occupied with inflatable obstacle courses, bounce houses, bungee trampolines, and a 90-foot fun slide.

Little artists will have the chance to customize the perfect toy at a DIY toy shop using a rainbow of paints and decorations. For those seeking adventure, attendees can put their senses to the test and navigate a gingerbread and scented candy cane maze, following their nose to discover Santa’s house.

If the Grinch is more your style, the lovable green curmudgeon will be available for meet-and-greet sessions in his lair on select dates. Fans of the classic stop-motion film “The Nightmare Before Christmas” can take photos with 13-foot Jack Skellington and 12-foot Sally inflatables.

To make this holiday celebration accessible for all, Desert Farm Lights will offer plentiful handicap-accessible entertainment offerings and low-sensory play nights to accommodate individuals with special needs. Available to attend on Nov. 20 and Nov. 27, families attending low-sensory nights can recharge and decompress in private sensory tents, enjoy the Desert Farm Lights venue in low lighting, softened music and with a non-scented candy cane maze.

Guests can view the full list of available accommodations and accessible rides and activities on the event website.

General admission tickets for Desert Farm Lights are $20. Season passes are $36.50 and grant access to all activities available under general admission. Children aged 2 and under are free to attend. Tickets are available at desertfarmlights.ticketspice.com/desert-farm-lights.

To see the full Desert Farm Lights event calendar, plan your next trip, view parking info and purchase tickets, visit desertfarmlights.com.