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Christmas Lights in Fort Collins, CO
The top places to see Christmas lights in Fort Collins this season are Garden of Lights at The Gardens on Spring Creek (Dec 11 – Dec 27), NoCo Winter Wonderland (Nov 26 – Dec 31) and 12 Days of Christmas Display (Nov 26 – Jan 1). We've mapped 5 displays in Fort Collins and 15 more nearby (9 events, 3 tree lightings, 2 neighborhoods). 15 are free. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Fort Collins (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Fort Collins: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Fort Collins?
Popular picks this season include Garden of Lights at The Gardens on Spring Creek (Dec 11 – Dec 27), NoCo Winter Wonderland (Nov 26 – Dec 31), 12 Days of Christmas Display (Nov 26 – Jan 1) and Christmas Walk in the Woods (Dec 12 – Dec 31). In all, 20 displays are mapped in and around Fort Collins, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Fort Collins?
Free options include Garden of Lights at The Gardens on Spring Creek, 12 Days of Christmas Display, Old Town Fort Collins Holiday Lights and Festival of Lights. 15 of the 20 displays near Fort Collins are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Fort Collins?
Yes. NoCo Winter Wonderland ($25 per vehicle). Drive-thru shows usually charge per car, and buying tickets online ahead of time is often faster.
When do Christmas lights start in Fort Collins?
The earliest Fort Collins-area displays turn on Nov 6, 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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