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Christmas Lights in Federal Heights, CO

The top places to see Christmas lights in Federal Heights this season are Christmas in Color at Water World (From Nov 20), Trail of Lights at Chatfield Farms (Nov 21 – Jan 3) and Hudson Holidays at Hudson Gardens (Nov 27 – Jan 3). We've mapped 1 display in Federal Heights and 42 more nearby (14 home displays, 12 events, 5 parades). 32 are free. 12 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 11, 2026

Christmas in Color at Water World

Drive-thru · Federal Heights, CO · Per vehicle; about $35 in 2025, check site for 2026 pricing

Opens soon Music

From Nov 20

Near Federal Heights (within 25 miles)

Stricker's Winter Wonderland

Home display · Centennial, CO · Free

On now

18 miThrough Dec 31

Cannava Lighting and Music Christmas Show

Home display · Centennial, CO · Free

On now Music

18 miThrough Dec 30

Boulder Star on Flagstaff Mountain

Event · Boulder, CO · Free

On now

19 miNov 11 – Dec 31

Vaughn Christmas Multiverse of Madness

Home display · Centennial, CO · Free

On now

20 miThrough Jan 4

Star Wars: The Battle for the North Pole

Home display · Highlands Ranch, CO · Free

On now

23 miThrough Jan 1

Western Wonderland at the National Western Center

Event · Denver, CO · Free (some activities need tickets or registration)

Opens soon

5.5 miNov 28 – Dec 27

Larimer Lights

Event · Denver, CO · Free

Opens soon

7.5 miNov 27 – Dec 31

Elitch Holidays at Elitch Gardens

Event · Denver, CO · $24.99 per ticket for 1-3 tickets, $19.99 each for 4 or more online

Opens soon

7.5 miNov 27 – Jan 3

Mile High Tree

Event · Denver, CO · Free

Opens soon Music

7.8 miNov 20 – Dec 31

Figgyville

Home display · Arvada, CO · Free

Opens soon

7.8 miNov 27 – Jan 1

Denver Zoo Zoo Lights

Walk-thru · Denver, CO · $25.95-$29.95 adults, $18.95-$22.95 youth, under 3 free

Opens soon

8.0 miNov 23 – Jan 3

9NEWS Parade of Lights

Parade · Denver, CO · Free (grandstand seating is sold)

Opens soon

8.1 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Holiday Light and Music Show at the City and County Building

Light show · Denver, CO · Free

Opens soon Music

8.1 miNov 20 – Jan 24

Magical Winter Nights at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science

Event · Denver, CO · Ticketed; price not checked

Opens soon

8.2 miNov 25 – Jan 2

Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens

Walk-thru · Denver, CO · $19-$45 adults depending on date and time, kids 2 and under free

Opens soon

9.0 miNov 20 – Jan 10

Mile High Holidays Drone Show

Light show · Denver, CO · Free

Opens soon

9.3 miNov 20 – Dec 31

Christmas in Color at Red Rocks

Drive-thru · Morrison, CO · Per vehicle; about $35 in 2025, check site for 2026 pricing

Opens soon Music

17 miFrom Nov 20

Hudson Holidays at Hudson Gardens

Walk-thru · Littleton, CO · $20 adults on dated tickets, $25 any-day; youth $15-$20; ages 0-2 free

Opens soon

17 miNov 27 – Jan 3

Pearl Street Mall and Courthouse Holiday Lights

Neighborhood · Boulder, CO · Free

Opens soon

17 miFrom Nov 22

Lights of December Parade

Parade · Boulder, CO · Not listed

Opens soon

18 miDec 12 – Dec 12

St. Nick on the Bricks

Event · Boulder, CO · Free

Opens soon

18 miNov 27 – Nov 27

Switch on the Holidays

Event · Boulder, CO · Not listed

Opens soon

18 miNov 22 – Nov 22

It's A Wonderful Light

Home display · Aurora, CO · Donations to the Autism Society of Colorado

Opens soon

21 miDec 1 – Jan 2

Trail of Lights at Chatfield Farms

Walk-thru · Littleton, CO · $13.50-$30 general admission, kids 2 and under free

Opens soon

21 miNov 21 – Jan 3

Light Up Longmont: Holiday Lights Stroll

Event · Longmont, CO · Not listed

Opens soon

22 miNov 21 – Nov 21

Longmont Lights Parade

Parade · Longmont, CO · Not listed

Opens soon

23 miDec 12 – Dec 12

Lights on Lieter

Home display · Lone Tree, CO · Donations to the Cancer League of Colorado

Opens soon Music

24 miFrom Nov 28

Broomfield Lights

Home display · Broomfield, CO · Free

Music

5.4 mi

Broomfield Holiday Tree Lighting

Tree lighting · Broomfield, CO · Free

5.6 mi

Shadow Canyon Light Show

Home display · Broomfield, CO · Free

Music

6.0 mi

Pruitt's Christmas Village

Home display · Arvada, CO · Free

Music

8.0 mi

ChristMOSS Light Show

Home display · Arvada, CO · Donations accepted

Music

9.3 mi

Cherry Creek North Winter Wanderland

Neighborhood · Denver, CO · Free

10 mi

It's a Wonderful Life in Lafayette

Event · Lafayette, CO · Free

11 mi

Louisville Parade of Lights

Parade · Louisville, CO · Free

11 mi

Train's Winter Wonderland

Home display · Lakewood, CO · Free

12 mi

Windsor Gardens Neighborhood Lights

Neighborhood · Denver, CO · Free

12 mi

Olde Golden Holidays

Event · Golden, CO · Free

13 mi
14 mi

Toe-Tafting Lights

Home display · Lakewood, CO · Free

Music

14 mi

Light Up the Holidays Boulder

Event · Boulder, CO · Free

18 mi

Rousefamily 5 Christmas Lights (The Party Show)

Home display · Aurora, CO · Free

Music

25 mi

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Christmas lights in Federal Heights: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Federal Heights?

Popular picks this season include Christmas in Color at Water World (From Nov 20), Trail of Lights at Chatfield Farms (Nov 21 – Jan 3), Hudson Holidays at Hudson Gardens (Nov 27 – Jan 3) and Christmas in Color at Red Rocks (From Nov 20). In all, 43 displays are mapped in and around Federal Heights, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Federal Heights?

Free options include Trail of Lights at Chatfield Farms, Hudson Holidays at Hudson Gardens, Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens and Holiday Light and Music Show at the City and County Building. 32 of the 43 displays near Federal Heights are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Federal Heights?

Yes. Christmas in Color at Water World (Per vehicle; about $35 in 2025, check site for 2026 pricing) and Christmas in Color at Red Rocks (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 Federal Heights?

Yes. Christmas in Color at Water World (tune to 87.9 FM), Christmas in Color at Red Rocks (tune to 87.9 FM) and Holiday Light and Music Show at the City and County Building. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Federal Heights?

The earliest Federal Heights-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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