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Christmas Lights in Big Bear Lake, CA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Big Bear Lake this season are Wild Lights at Big Bear Alpine Zoo (Nov 13 – Jan 3), Big Bear Village Christmas Tree Lighting (Nov 27 – Nov 27) and Redlands Christmas Tree Lighting (Nov 20 – Nov 20). We've mapped 2 displays in Big Bear Lake and 2 more nearby (2 tree lightings, 1 walk-thru, 1 home display). 2 are free. 3 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Big Bear Lake (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Big Bear Lake: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Big Bear Lake?
Popular picks this season include Wild Lights at Big Bear Alpine Zoo (Nov 13 – Jan 3), Big Bear Village Christmas Tree Lighting (Nov 27 – Nov 27), Redlands Christmas Tree Lighting (Nov 20 – Nov 20) and High Desert Christmas Lights (From Nov 29). In all, 4 displays are mapped in and around Big Bear Lake, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Big Bear Lake?
Free options include Big Bear Village Christmas Tree Lighting and Redlands Christmas Tree Lighting. 2 of the 4 displays near Big Bear Lake are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Big Bear Lake?
Yes. Wild Lights at Big Bear Alpine Zoo, Big Bear Village Christmas Tree Lighting and High Desert Christmas Lights. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Big Bear Lake?
The earliest Big Bear Lake-area displays turn on Nov 13, 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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