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Christmas Lights in Oildale, CA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Oildale this season are Bakersfield Christmas Town (Nov 27 – Jan 2), Holiday Lights at CALM Zoo (Nov 28 – Jan 2) and Colors of Christmas at Bakersfield Christian High School (Nov 12 – Nov 12). We've mapped 1 display in Oildale and 11 more nearby (6 parades, 2 tree lightings, 1 neighborhood). 11 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Oildale (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Oildale: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Oildale?
Popular picks this season include Bakersfield Christmas Town (Nov 27 – Jan 2), Holiday Lights at CALM Zoo (Nov 28 – Jan 2), Colors of Christmas at Bakersfield Christian High School (Nov 12 – Nov 12) and Haggin Oaks Christmas Light Ride. In all, 12 displays are mapped in and around Oildale, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Oildale?
Free options include Holiday Lights at CALM Zoo, Colors of Christmas at Bakersfield Christian High School, Haggin Oaks Christmas Light Ride and NOR Christmas Parade. 11 of the 12 displays near Oildale are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Oildale?
Yes. Bakersfield Christmas Town (Ticketed (price not listed)). 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 Oildale?
Yes. Colors of Christmas at Bakersfield Christian High School. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Oildale?
The earliest Oildale-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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