The top places to see Christmas lights in Pasadena this season are Sparkle DTLA (Nov 15 – Dec 31), Enchant Christmas at Santa Anita Park (Nov 20 – Dec 27) and Christmas Tree Lane (Dec 13 – Dec 27). We've mapped 1 display in Pasadena and 48 more nearby (15 home displays, 14 neighborhoods, 8 events). 21 are free. 17 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
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Christmas lights in Pasadena: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Pasadena?
Popular picks this season include Sparkle DTLA (Nov 15 – Dec 31), Enchant Christmas at Santa Anita Park (Nov 20 – Dec 27), Christmas Tree Lane (Dec 13 – Dec 27) and NightTales at the Natural History Museum (Nov 12 – Jan 10). In all, 49 displays are mapped in and around Pasadena, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Pasadena?
Free options include Sparkle DTLA, Christmas Tree Lane, L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow and Daisy Avenue Christmas Tree Lane. 21 of the 49 displays near Pasadena are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Pasadena?
Yes. Sparkle DTLA, Enchant Christmas at Santa Anita Park and NightTales at the Natural History Museum. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Pasadena?
The earliest Pasadena-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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