Universe of Light Featuring DC

All-New Gaylord Hotels Original Experience

Universe of Light Featuring DC

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Immerse yourself in a world of glowing adventure and heroic excitement with a stay that puts you right in the action!

DC Legends Come to Life in Lanterns for the First Time

Location

Gaylord Texan Resort
Grapevine, TX

May 23 - Sep 1, 2025

Ancient artistry and modern storytelling create Gaylord Texan's Universe of Light featuring DC—the first-ever DC Super Hero themed lantern show in the U.S.! This awe-inspiring spectacle brings more than 40 iconic DC Super Heroes and Super-Villains to life in towering, handcrafted lanterns illuminated by cutting-edge LEDs.

Step into 12 immersive scenes where Superman, Wonder Woman, and Batman battle Lex Luthor, The Cheetah, Catwoman, and The Joker. Finish your adventure at the Hero's Walk of Fame, snapping selfies with one of your favorite characters.

💥 A larger-than-life DC Super Hero experience unlike any other and all part of SummerFest 2025 at Gaylord Texan! 💥

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Universe of Light

The Super Facts Spotlight

The Super Facts Spotlight
1,000+ Lanterns
30 miles of silk and 200,000 pounds of steel are transformed into breathtaking, illuminated works of art.
As Big as a Double-Decker Bus
Your favorite DC characters come to life as gigantic lanterns - the biggest standing at 24-ft tall and 42-ft wide!
12 Scenes
Wander through Metropolis, Themyscira, and Gotham City as you've never seen them before.
40 DC Legends
Using silk, paint, steel, and cutting-edge LEDs, DC Legends rise to epic scale all around you.
Exclusive Merch
After the experience, find our special-edition comic book and more one-of-a-kind items available at the gift shop to keep the story going at home.

Enter the Heroscapes

Journey through 17,500 square feet of immersive environments that transport you into the world of DC Super Heroes! Take a peek below at some of the scenes you’ll experience.
  • Witness Superman battling Lex Luthor at The Daily Planet.

    Superman in Metropolis

    Witness Superman battling Lex Luthor at The Daily Planet.
  • Wonder Woman in Themyscira

    Wonder Woman in Themyscira

    Find yourself in the midst of a heroic battle between Wonder Woman and The Cheetah.
  • Batman in Gotham City

    Batman in Gotham City

    Discover the Dark Knight's cave and snap a picture inside his iconic Batmobile.
  • The Justice League Unites

    The Justice League Unites

    Join an epic battle between DC's legendary Super Heroes and Super-Villains.
  • The Fortress of Solitude

    The Fortress of Solitude

    Enter Superman’s secret sanctuary and headquarters and see a preview of DC Studios' latest film.
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The Making of Universe of Light

Learn more about the craftsmanship and tradition behind these mesmerizing creations, featuring your favorite DC Super Heroes & Super-Villains.
History
Zigong, China, known as the "Lantern Capital of the World," has a 1,000-year-old tradition of crafting breathtaking lanterns. Dating back to the Tang and Song dynasties, artisans perfected the art using bamboo frames, silk coverings, and intricate, hand-painted designs.
Production
As the leader in immersive resort experiences, Gaylord Hotels joined forces with DC, the gold standard in superhero storytelling. Artisans use hand-drawn, highly detailed blueprints of DC characters in iconic scenes to craft this never-before-seen lantern attraction.
DC Collaboration
Skilled artisans hand-shape steel frames, drape them in silk, and illuminate each with thousands of LED lights to bring the lanterns to life. Every cape, emblem, and expression is meticulously crafted for a truly unique exhibit.
World Premiere
From concept to creation, DC Legends come to light in glowing lanterns. Enjoy a sneak peek of some iconic characters you'll encounter in this extraordinary experience at the Gaylord Texan.

Know Before You Go

Before entering this glowing world of DC's legendary Super Heroes and Super-Villains, here's everything you need to know to make the most of your experience

Event
Parking

Not staying overnight but have a ticket to the lantern show? Get special $15 self-parking for up to four hours.

Hours of
Operation

Sat-Sun: 11am-10pm
Mon-Tue: Closed
Wed-Fri: 4-9pm

Hours may vary.

Fun For All Ages

There's something for everyone to enjoy! Children 3 and under are free with purchase of an adult ticket.

Strike a Power Pose

Capture epic photos at every turn, and snap selfies with your favorite DC Characters at the Hero's Walk of Fame!

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