The top places to see Christmas lights in Benicia this season are Glowfari at Oakland Zoo (Nov 6 – Jan 31), Garden of D'Lights at Ruth Bancroft Garden (Nov 20 – Jan 10) and Magic of Lights at Toyota Pavilion at Concord (From Nov 21). We've mapped 1 display in Benicia and 54 more nearby (14 events, 13 tree lightings, 11 home displays). 32 are free. 8 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
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Christmas lights in Benicia: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Benicia?
Popular picks this season include Glowfari at Oakland Zoo (Nov 6 – Jan 31), Garden of D'Lights at Ruth Bancroft Garden (Nov 20 – Jan 10), Magic of Lights at Toyota Pavilion at Concord (From Nov 21) and Marin Holiday Light Spectacular (Nov 27 – Jan 3). In all, 55 displays are mapped in and around Benicia, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Benicia?
Free options include Marin Holiday Light Spectacular, Christmas Festival at 3Crosses Church, Christmas Tree Lane, Thompson Avenue and Embarcadero Center Holiday Lights. 32 of the 55 displays near Benicia are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Benicia?
Yes. Magic of Lights at Toyota Pavilion at Concord (Tickets from about $55 on resale listings) and Marin Holiday Light Spectacular (Free). Drive-thru shows usually charge per car, and buying tickets online ahead of time is often faster.
Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Benicia?
Yes. Pier 39 Christmas Tree Lighting and Tree Show, Winter at Wonderland Tree Lighting at Children's Wonderland and Tam Valley Megatree. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Benicia?
The earliest Benicia-area displays turn on Nov 6, and most are running by the weekend after Thanksgiving. Many stay lit through New Year's; check each display's page for its exact dates and nightly hours.
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