TARC's Winter Wonderland

02/03/2026

✨ Big news! ✨

Planning is officially underway for the 29th Annual Winter Wonderland! As we look ahead to 2026, we’re forming a Winter Wonderland Committee and inviting passionate community members to get involved! Committee members will help shape the event from the ground up—think special event nights, volunteer coordination, sponsorships & donations, and more.

Interested in joining, or know someone who’d be a great fit? Fill out or share the application by Sunday, February 15th.

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/r/1CbTDjns4m
Email questions to [email protected]

01/20/2026

✨ Winter Wonderland 2025: A Huge Success! ✨

Thanks to incredible community support, TARC’s 28th Annual Winter Wonderland raised more than $236,000 to continue providing services, support, and advocacy for over 2,500 individuals and families with developmental and intellectual disabilities in our community.

8,788 vehicles enjoyed the festive drive-through lights, made possible by 422 volunteers who contributed over 1,300 hours of service. We’re deeply grateful to our sponsors, Shawnee County Parks + Recreation, and every volunteer who helped make this beloved tradition shine! ❄️🎄

With another successful season complete, planning is already underway for the 29th Annual Winter Wonderland. TARC looks forward to welcoming the community back for another memorable year benefiting those we serve.

01/14/2026

Drumroll 🥁🥁🥁…..listen in as we announce this years totals from Winter TARC's 27th Annual Winter Wonderland (Drive-Thru Event)!! All of this is possible thanks to our devoted staff, volunteers and sponsors who make this event a success!

Winter Wonderland 2025 was a success thanks to the community! And it sounds like 2026 is going to be even better! TARC

https://www.ksnt.com/fox-43/tarc-celebrates-a-successful-season-of-winter-wonderland/

12/31/2025

🎆 FINAL NIGHT 🎆

✨ Tonight is the FINAL NIGHT of TARC’s Winter Wonderland!
If Winter Wonderland is part of your holiday tradition — or if you’ve been meaning to come — tonight’s the night! ❄️💙

Thank you to everyone who has supported this season and helped make the lights shine bright for our community. 🌟

12/31/2025

🎄 TONIGHT at Winter Wonderland! The first 50 vehicles to donate $10 or more will receive a special retired Winter Wonderland lightbulb ornament (one per vehicle).

Winter Wonderland is TARC's largest fundraiser of the year. All proceeds directly support essential services and programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community.

We’re open from 6-9 PM, we hope to see you there! ✨

12/30/2025

🎄 TONIGHT at Winter Wonderland! Don’t forget to pick up a scavenger hunt sheet for a fun challenge as you drive through the lights! ✨
(One per vehicle, available while supplies last!)

Winter Wonderland is TARC's largest fundraiser of the year. All proceeds directly support essential services and programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community.

Join us from 6–9 PM — it’s the perfect way to add a little extra adventure to your evening!

12/29/2025

⭐ THREE NIGHTS LEFT ⭐

❄️ The countdown is on — only THREE nights left to enjoy Winter Wonderland!
Don’t miss your chance to soak in the lights, share some laughs, and support TARC’s largest fundraiser of the year. 💫

Grab your friends, family, or cozy car crew and come see us before the season ends!

📍 Lake Shawnee Campground
🕕 Sun–Thurs: 6–9 PM | Fri–Sat: 6–10 PM
🌐 www.WinterWonderlandTopeka.com

12/27/2025

🌟 FIVE NIGHTS LEFT 🌟

✨ Only FIVE nights left to experience the magic of TARC’s Winter Wonderland at Lake Shawnee Campground! ❄️
There’s still time to load up the car, turn up the holiday music, and enjoy a drive-thru tradition that supports TARC’s mission right here in our community. 💙

📍 Lake Shawnee Campground
🕕 Sun–Thurs: 6–9 PM | Fri–Sat: 6–10 PM
🌐 www.WinterWonderlandTopeka.com

12/27/2025

Happy Howl-idays! Pack up the whole family to experience Winter Wonderland's dazzling lights. Treats for your fur-family will be provided at the gate! 🐾

We want to see your festive pets! Comment below with a picture of your pets enjoying the lights ✨

Winter Wonderland is TARC's largest fundraiser of the year. All proceeds directly support essential services and programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community.

We’re open from 6-10 PM, we hope to see you and your fur-family there!