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Christmas Lights in Occidental, CA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Occidental this season are Christmas in the Redwoods, Cotati Holiday Tree Lighting (Dec 4 – Dec 4) and Winter Lights Tree Lighting Celebration (Nov 27 – Nov 27). We've mapped 1 display in Occidental and 9 more nearby (3 tree lightings, 2 parades, 2 neighborhoods). 9 are free. 3 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Occidental (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Occidental: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Occidental?
Popular picks this season include Christmas in the Redwoods, Cotati Holiday Tree Lighting (Dec 4 – Dec 4), Winter Lights Tree Lighting Celebration (Nov 27 – Nov 27) and Northern Lights Winter Lights Art Walk. In all, 10 displays are mapped in and around Occidental, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Occidental?
Free options include Christmas in the Redwoods, Cotati Holiday Tree Lighting, Winter Lights Tree Lighting Celebration and Northern Lights Winter Lights Art Walk. 9 of the 10 displays near Occidental are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Occidental?
Yes. Christmas in the Redwoods (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 Occidental?
Yes. Cotati Holiday Tree Lighting, Winter Lights Tree Lighting Celebration and A Holly Dolly Parade of 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 Occidental?
The earliest Occidental-area displays turn on Nov 27, 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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