Joe HoeberLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGreat light show display
Hidden Lake Lights
How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%78+49.6Reliability 28%79+22.3Replies to reviews 8%35+2.9Momentum penalty77−2.3Experts Score= 72Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.72SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#17 of 18 holiday lighting installationPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 6%
4.8 ★★★★★ 40 Google reviews · 24 photos
90%five-star reviews
4.33★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
3%reviews answered by the owner
Jan 2026latest review
Hidden Lake Lights at a glance
Google reviewers rate Hidden Lake Lights 4.8 out of 5 based on 40 reviews, noting the owner replied to 3 percent of comments. Visitors describe a synchronized light display that plays with music via radio, often mentioning the free admission supported by donations for a local cause. Recurring themes include the enjoyment of seasonal shows for families and the quiet street location. A common criticism from lower-rated reviews is that the site functions as a residential house rather than a dedicated destination.
- Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 40 reviews (90% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 40 Google reviews (27 with written comments, 3 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 3% of reviews.
- Most recent review: January 6, 2026.
- Service: Holiday Lighting Installer serving St. Peters, Missouri.
Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.
Score profile vs other holiday lighting installation
Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: reliability and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Hidden Lake Lights: 78/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.B
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Hidden Lake Lights: 79/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.B
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Hidden Lake Lights: 77/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Hidden Lake Lights: 35/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.D
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Star ratings
40 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars3690%
- 4 stars00%
- 3 stars38%
- 2 stars00%
- 1 star13%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 27 written reviews
- Praise6100%
- Complaints00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Staff & attitude350%
- Quality & results117%
- Price & value117%
- Would recommend117%
What customers talk about
We read 27 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Thank you for the amazing and fun light display, nice work!”
“They did such a great job at this Christmas light display.”
“It's 100% WORTH IT.”
“Would definitely recommend!”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
MaryLocal Guide · 26 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
We have been going for at least 3 years now and we love it. It brings us joy and is for a good cause. Thank you for the amazing and fun light display, nice work!!
JoyLocal Guide · 138 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
It Was Amazing & Beautiful & I Appreciate Them Sharing Their Talent with Everyone. Thank's ALOT For Your Time & Help. I Apologize for the Video coming out sideway's NOT sure Why it came out the way it did. It's 100% WORTH IT.............. Merry Christmas 🎄🎁☃️⛄🦌🐧🎅🤶❤️
Laura5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
Loved Bangarang on Halloween, it was really impressive! Thunderstruck was also fun with the face singing 🤣 Impressive!
BobbyLocal Guide · 162 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
One of the best light displays in St. Charles County. On a quiet street. Location accepts donations to St. Joachim and Ann making it feel good to watch and donate each year.
Brea5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
WOW! Absolutely LOVED it!! Not from around here, but I love Christmas lights! My husband, who could care less, humored me and took me, and I think he enjoyed them as much as I did! We sat in our car for over an hour just watching.Thank you for a great show!!!
JLocal Guide · 152 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
Absolutely the best light show i have seen. I didnt know what to expect at all. I had no idea the level of awesomeness you had awaiting our evening. Thank you for the show!!!
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Customer reviews
4.8 ★★★★★ 40 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
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Review from Google · view on GoogleReally enjoyed the light show. Will be going every year now
joel jonesLocal Guide · 39 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews joel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGreaT ShoW
Jenn MatthewsLocal Guide · 153 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jenn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleSuch an amazing cute place!!! Great light show for Halloween and Christmas
Mary WeberLocal Guide · 26 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mary has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleWe have been going for at least 3 years now and we love it. It brings us joy and is for a good cause. Thank you for the amazing and fun light display, nice work!!
Joy GaytonLocal Guide · 138 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleIt Was Amazing & Beautiful & I Appreciate Them Sharing Their Talent with Everyone. Thank's ALOT For Your Time & Help. I Apologize for the Video coming out sideway's NOT sure Why it came out the way it did. It's 100% WORTH IT.............. Merry Christmas 🎄🎁☃️⛄🦌🐧🎅🤶❤️
Chris MakerLocal Guide · 333 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGood light show kids love watching it.
Laura B5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Laura has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleLoved Bangarang on Halloween, it was really impressive! Thunderstruck was also fun with the face singing 🤣 Impressive!
Mia RiaziLocal Guide · 23 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Googlegreat light show and funny radio commentary. Would definitely recommend!
Bobby DohrLocal Guide · 162 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bobby has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleOne of the best light displays in St. Charles County. On a quiet street. Location accepts donations to St. Joachim and Ann making it feel good to watch and donate each year.
Business details
- Address: 28 Lost Valley Ct, St Peters, MO 63376
- Website: hiddenlakelights.com
- Service area: St. Peters, MO