Uses 2 AA batteries. The witch's crystal ball light does not light up. PLEASE NOTE: The last photo shows that the top of the middle house is missing and a flower on a stem is missing from the top of the tiny house. Also, in the 6th photo, there is a tiny pole missing from the yellow area and the treetop is missing from the tree behind the house. Press down on this to control the lights. Also, in the 4th photo, the yellow hot air balloon is missing from the right panel of Emerald City. NOTE: Item is described and listed as accurately as possible. Please use all photos as part of the description, and ask any questions, if needed. L.R.