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Christmas Lights in Monterey, CA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Monterey this season are Christmas on the Wharf (Dec 4 – Dec 20), Christmas in the Adobes (Dec 11 – Dec 12) and Tree Lighting at Del Monte Center (Nov 21 – Nov 21). We've mapped 7 displays in Monterey and 10 more nearby (7 events, 6 tree lightings, 3 parades). 9 are free. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Monterey (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Monterey: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Monterey?
Popular picks this season include Christmas on the Wharf (Dec 4 – Dec 20), Christmas in the Adobes (Dec 11 – Dec 12), Tree Lighting at Del Monte Center (Nov 21 – Nov 21) and Cannery Row Tree Lighting (Nov 27 – Nov 27). In all, 17 displays are mapped in and around Monterey, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Monterey?
Free options include Christmas on the Wharf, Tree Lighting at Del Monte Center, Cannery Row Tree Lighting and Tree Lighting at Colton Hall. 9 of the 17 displays near Monterey are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
When do Christmas lights start in Monterey?
The earliest Monterey-area displays turn on Nov 21, 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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