The top places to see Christmas lights in Downey this season are Tinker Bell's Neverland at South Coast Botanic Garden (Nov 13 – Jan 3), Sparkle DTLA (Nov 15 – Dec 31) and Enchant Christmas at Santa Anita Park (Nov 20 – Dec 27). We've mapped 2 displays in Downey and 75 more nearby (20 neighborhoods, 16 home displays, 15 events). 33 are free. 19 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
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Christmas lights in Downey: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Downey?
Popular picks this season include Tinker Bell's Neverland at South Coast Botanic Garden (Nov 13 – Jan 3), Sparkle DTLA (Nov 15 – Dec 31), Enchant Christmas at Santa Anita Park (Nov 20 – Dec 27) and Winter Fest OC (Nov 27 – Jan 3). In all, 77 displays are mapped in and around Downey, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Downey?
Free options include Sparkle DTLA, Irvine Park Railroad Christmas Train, Christmas Tree Lane and L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow. 33 of the 77 displays near Downey are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Downey?
Yes. Night of Lights OC (Ticketed per vehicle; price not confirmed). 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 Downey?
Yes. Tinker Bell's Neverland at South Coast Botanic Garden, Sparkle DTLA and Enchant Christmas at Santa Anita Park. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Downey?
The earliest Downey-area displays turn on Nov 12, 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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