Getting Started with Festivly

You can start exploring right away — no signup required.

• Browse Displays — View all approved displays with photos, ratings, and details
• Search & Filter — Filter by city, state, category, or use the "Near Me" feature
• Charity Filter — Use the Charity button to find displays supporting good causes

Sign up to unlock the full experience:

• Save Favorites — Build your personal list of must-see displays
• Rate & Comment — Share your experiences and help others find great displays
• Upload Photos — Share your photos of displays you visit
• Check In — Track which displays you've visited during the season

Make the most of your evening with our route planner:

• Go to My Routes in the navigation and create a new route
• Add displays from your favorites as stops along the route
• Get optimized directions to visit everything in one trip

Create your account and select "Display Owner" as your role. This gives you access to the owner dashboard where you can manage your listings.

From your dashboard, click "Add New Display" and fill out the form:

• Basic Info — Name, description, address, and category
• Schedule — Operating dates, hours, and active days
• Features — LED lights, music sync, walk-through, parking, and more
• Social Links — Add your website, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube
• Donations — Add a donation link and charity beneficiary to get tagged as a charity display
• Photos — Upload up to 10 photos (JPEG, PNG, or WebP, max 5MB each)

All new listings are reviewed by our team to ensure quality and accuracy. Most displays are approved within 24-48 hours. You'll see the status on your owner dashboard.

Once approved, make the most of your listing:

• Print a QR Code — Generate a printable sign with a QR code so visitors at your display can find your page instantly
• Share on Social Media — Share your Festivly display page on your social channels
• Engage with Visitors — Respond to comments and keep your listing updated with current info