Celebrating 40+ Years of Lighting Magic

 

From the early days of incandescent bulbs, blow molds, and classic “lights tossed on the house,” Karl Drahovsky has been creating holiday magic for more than 40 years. What began as a family tradition has evolved into one of Warminster’s most beloved lighting experiences; now powered by tens of thousands of animated RGB pixels, custom props, and cutting-edge sequencing.

 

Over the past 12 years, Karl has designed and produced professional-grade public pixel displays, creating immersive, music-synchronized shows that bring joy to families and communities throughout the region.

 

The Catalpa Legacy — 10 Seasons of Magic

Karl’s first major display ran for a decade on Catalpa Road in Warminster. The final five years featured thousands of custom-built pixel lights and became a cherished annual tradition.
The display was famous for its charming “Toybox”, a free treat station for visiting children. While families sat in their cars enjoying the show, the audio would invite younger viewers to grab a toy — no fees, no donations, just pure holiday spirit.

 

The Catalpa show grew so popular it welcomed over 5,000 cars in a single season, and Karl’s work was featured in a 6ABC Action News “Behind the Scenes” segment, showcasing the passion, technology, and creativity that go into crafting a synchronized light show.

 

A New Chapter — St. Andrew’s Church

Although Karl moved from the Catalpa property and now resides in an HOA that doesn’t allow large residential displays, the passion never stopped.

 

For the past four years, Karl has partnered with St. Andrew’s Church, 999 York Road, Warminster, designing and installing spectacular Christmas and Easter pixel displays. These shows continue his mission of celebrating community, creativity, and the joy of the season.

What’s Next — Bringing Light to Every Occasion

Karl’s hobby has naturally grown into a service — offering seasonal or temporary custom displays for:

🎓 Graduations
🎉 Birthdays
🔥 Roasts
💍 Anniversaries
🤣 Funny surprise setups or “gag” displays
🎄 Holiday pop-up displays
🏡 Any event that needs a touch of lighting magic

No matter the occasion, Karl can design a unique, animated pixel experience right on your lawn, tailored to your celebration.

 

Let’s Create Something Amazing

Whether it’s a holiday spectacular, a one-night event, or a memorable surprise, Karl is ready to bring the glow, the color, and the wow factor.