Schell Family Lights

12/27/2025

It's Time to Say Goodbye (For Now)

We've decided to pull the plug on our Christmas light display a little early this year due to the strong winds and weather conditions predicted for tomorrow. We're so sad to say goodbye to our festive wonderland, but we don't want to risk any damage to the lights.

We hope you got to enjoy them as much as we did! We'll be back again next Halloween in 2026 with even more spectacular decorations.

Thanks for stopping by and making some magical memories with us!

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12/01/2025

Lights are on, snow is falling, it’s December 1st and that means Schell Family Lights are ready for your holiday cheer.

Songs play every week night 5-10p & 5-11p on the weekend.

If your favorite song isn’t playing, scan the QR code (enter the address backwards) and pick from a long list of songs.

10/26/2025

Monster Mash your way over and enjoy our Halloween Light Show. This week only! 7pm to 9:30p (Thur - 10:30, Fri/Sat - 11).

09/04/2025

🎄 They may not be Christmas trees… but every tree makes the season brighter! 🌲✨

From Sept 4–9, every $25 tree purchase plants a tree 🌱 and supports our Cub Scouts with double rewards.

👉 Help us light up the future —https://www.trails-end.com/store/scout/PVNHHC8T?share=PE5YTJYO

12/24/2024

Schell Family Lights would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas.

There is one more week to come and visit your favorite light show. The Frozen soundtracks are still very popular with the busiest day on Dec 7th.

12/01/2024

🎄✨ Schell Family Lights is Back! ✨🎄

Our 2024 Christmas light show kicks off TONIGHT and runs through December 31st! 🎅🎶

🕔 Showtimes:

Monday–Thursday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Friday–Sunday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
🎵 Pick Your Favorite Songs!
When you stop by, scan the QR code on the board and use the code provided to select the song you want to hear. It's easy and fun to be a part of the show!

How to Enjoy the Show:
🚶 On Foot: Press the button in the yard to turn on our outdoor speaker. It stays on for 6 minutes and can be pressed again.
🚗 In Vehicles: Tune your radio to 107.3 FM and turn off your headlights for everyone’s enjoyment.

🌟 About the Show:

12,076 lights (pixels) synchronized to music 🎶
Powered by 4 controllers and a single Raspberry Pi 4 🖥️
Low energy use: Just 1.7 kWh/day (~$0.14/day!) ⚡
We work on this show year-round and set it up in about a week. It’s our hobby, and we love sharing the magic with our community! 💖
🎁 Featuring classic Christmas songs AND some surprises from non-Christmas tunes to keep things fresh and fun!

Come out and join us in celebrating the season! Let us know your favorite songs, and feel free to share photos and videos of your visit.

📍6407 Schell Ln. Anderson, IN

11/09/2024

We are taking the show on the road at the Pendleton Christmas Parade. Come and see us.

12/30/2023

🌟🎄 Farewell to Another Spectacular Season at Schell Family Lights! 🌟🎅

As the season comes to a close, we're filled with gratitude for the joy and warmth you brought to our home with your presence. 🏡💖 The lights have come down, but our excitement for next year is already building! 🎇✨

We'd love to hear your thoughts on this year's show! What was your favorite part? Any suggestions for changes or additions? And how about that new show format? Share your feedback with us! 🤗👂

On the virtual front, our light show website had a whopping 97 unique visitors (shoutout to Dec 22, the busiest day)! 📆✨ With a total of 126 visitors, it seems some of you couldn't resist the magic more than once. 🔄🎁

And the drumroll, please! 🥁🎶 Our top 3 songs of the season were "Mr. Grinch," "Let it Go," and the delightful "Bluey Theme." 🎵🌈 Thank you for making these tunes a part of our festive soundtrack!

Here's to the memories created, the joy shared, and the anticipation for an even brighter and more magical display next year! 🌈✨ Until then, stay merry and bright! 🌟🤶

12/24/2023

We would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! If you haven't stopped by to see the lights, you have one more week (6407 Schell Ln. Anderson).

We once again participated in xLights Around the World. See if you can find our submission.

xLights around the world is a video compilation project where the animated lighting community chooses 2 songs, then sequences their displays to either song u...

12/16/2023

This year's light show has been on for just over 2 weeks and we have about a week before Christmas.

With 50 visitors (that picked a song) there have been 70 song requests.

The most picked song so far: Shut Up and Dance - Walk the Moon.

If you want your song to win, make sure to stop by and select it.

12/10/2023

Due to power outages in the area (ours was just now restored) there will be no light show tonight so as not to tax the system as power comes back online.

12/02/2023

Get ready for a dazzling holiday experience at 6407 Schell Ln Anderson! 🏡✨ This year, we're mixing things up with a unique twist. Our Christmas light extravaganza will kick off at 5pm every night, spreading joy until 10pm on weekdays and 11pm on weekends. 🕔🌙 (until December 31).

But wait, there's more! 🎶🤩 We're introducing new props, and here's the cherry on top – the "Pick Your Song" feature! 🎤📲 Simply scan the QR code on our sign, choose your favorite festive tune from the list, and watch as the lights dance to the rhythm of your selected song. 🕺💃

Join us for this magical spectacle and make your holiday season unforgettable! 🎁🔔