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Christmas Lights in Sylmar, CA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Sylmar this season are Sparkle DTLA (Nov 15 – Dec 31), Wild Lights at The Teaching Zoo, Moorpark College (Nov 25 – Dec 23) and Christmas Tree Lane (Dec 13 – Dec 27). We've mapped 1 display in Sylmar and 28 more nearby (7 home displays, 7 events, 6 neighborhoods). 18 are free. 13 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Sylmar (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Sylmar: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Sylmar?
Popular picks this season include Sparkle DTLA (Nov 15 – Dec 31), Wild Lights at The Teaching Zoo, Moorpark College (Nov 25 – Dec 23), Christmas Tree Lane (Dec 13 – Dec 27) and NightTales at the Natural History Museum (Nov 12 – Jan 10). In all, 29 displays are mapped in and around Sylmar, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Sylmar?
Free options include Sparkle DTLA, Wild Lights at The Teaching Zoo, Moorpark College, Christmas Tree Lane and L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow. 18 of the 29 displays near Sylmar are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Sylmar?
Yes. Sparkle DTLA, Wild Lights at The Teaching Zoo, Moorpark College 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 Sylmar?
The earliest Sylmar-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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