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Christmas Lights in Durham, CA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Durham this season are Stansbury Home Victorian Christmas (Dec 4 – Dec 6), Chico Christmas Preview (Nov 22 – Nov 22) and Chico Parade of Lights (Dec 5 – Dec 5). We've mapped 1 display in Durham and 8 more nearby (3 neighborhoods, 3 parades, 2 events). 2 are free. 2 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Durham (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Durham: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Durham?
Popular picks this season include Stansbury Home Victorian Christmas (Dec 4 – Dec 6), Chico Christmas Preview (Nov 22 – Nov 22), Chico Parade of Lights (Dec 5 – Dec 5) and Chico Community Tree Lighting (Dec 4 – Dec 4). In all, 9 displays are mapped in and around Durham, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Durham?
Free options include Chico Parade of Lights and Paradise Lighted Truck Parade. 2 of the 9 displays near Durham are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Durham?
Yes. Van Ness Way Lights (tune to 99.5 FM) and Songbird Lights (Songbird Drive). Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Durham?
The earliest Durham-area displays turn on Nov 22, 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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