Bear Creek Lake State Park is hosting its fourth annual Lights at the Lake event on two consecutive weekends. This annual park presentation has become an anticipated community event. From 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Dec. 8, 9 and 10 and again on Dec. 15, 16 and 17, visitors to the park will drive their car through the park’s campground and beach area to experience a wonderland of lights and popular seasonal figures. New decorations and displays will make the event brighter and better than ever before.

According to a press release, entry is free per vehicle with a donation of a new toy to the Cumberland Christmas Mother. On Sunday, Dec. 10, Santa Claus will make a special appearance at Bear Creek Hall during a Pancake Supper. Have a souvenir photograph taken with Santa. The Pancake Supper will be available from 5-7 p.m. Donations are accepted. The proceeds will benefit the Friends of Bear Creek Lake State Park. Saturday, Dec. 9 and 16, bring your creativity to the Decoration Station at Bear Creek Hall from 3-5 p.m. Tables will be available with items to make your own holiday decorations, while supplies last. This program is free.

For more event information, call the park office at (804) 492-4410. The park is located at 22 Bear Creek Lake Road, Cumberland.

“Virginia State Parks’ Friend Groups build and maintain trails, manage beautification projects, help staff visitor centers, work on educational outreach programs and raise funds for park projects and facilities,” officials said in a press release.

The release cited that the award-winning Virginia State Parks are managed by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation. For more information about Virginia State Parks’ activities and amenities or to make reservations in one of the more than 1,800 campsites or 300 climate-controlled cabins, call the Virginia State Parks Reservation Center at (800) 933-7275 or visit www.virginiastateparks.gov.