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Christmas Lights in Seaside, CA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Seaside this season are Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Holiday Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 24), Christmas in the Adobes (Dec 11 – Dec 12) and Christmas on the Wharf (Dec 4 – Dec 20). We've mapped 1 display in Seaside and 19 more nearby (7 events, 7 tree lightings, 3 parades). 9 are free. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Seaside (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Seaside: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Seaside?
Popular picks this season include Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Holiday Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 24), Christmas in the Adobes (Dec 11 – Dec 12), Christmas on the Wharf (Dec 4 – Dec 20) and Tree Lighting at Del Monte Center (Nov 21 – Nov 21). In all, 20 displays are mapped in and around Seaside, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Seaside?
Free options include Christmas on the Wharf, Tree Lighting at Del Monte Center, Tree Lighting at Colton Hall and Brighten the Harbor Lighted Boat Parade. 9 of the 20 displays near Seaside are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Seaside?
Yes. Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Holiday Lights ($11.50-$42 depending on ticket) and Sparky's Holiday Lights. Drive-thru shows usually charge per car, and buying tickets online ahead of time is often faster.
When do Christmas lights start in Seaside?
The earliest Seaside-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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