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Christmas Lights in Erie, CO
The top places to see Christmas lights in Erie this season are Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens (Nov 20 – Jan 10), Holiday Light and Music Show at the City and County Building (Nov 20 – Jan 24) and Denver Zoo Zoo Lights (Nov 23 – Jan 3). We've mapped 1 display in Erie and 32 more nearby (13 events, 6 home displays, 5 parades). 25 are free. 7 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Erie (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Erie: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Erie?
Popular picks this season include Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens (Nov 20 – Jan 10), Holiday Light and Music Show at the City and County Building (Nov 20 – Jan 24), Denver Zoo Zoo Lights (Nov 23 – Jan 3) and Mile High Holidays Drone Show (Nov 20 – Dec 31). In all, 33 displays are mapped in and around Erie, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Erie?
Free options include Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens, Holiday Light and Music Show at the City and County Building, Denver Zoo Zoo Lights and Mile High Holidays Drone Show. 25 of the 33 displays near Erie are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Erie?
Yes. Christmas in Color at Water World (Per vehicle; about $35 in 2025, check site for 2026 pricing). 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 Erie?
Yes. Holiday Light and Music Show at the City and County Building, Christmas in Color at Water World (tune to 87.9 FM) and Mile High Tree. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Erie?
The earliest Erie-area displays turn on Nov 11, 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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