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Christmas Lights in Fountain, CO

The top places to see Christmas lights in Fountain this season are Magic of Lights Colorado Springs (Nov 20 – Jan 2), Electric Safari at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (Dec 4 – Jan 1) and Pueblo Riverwalk Holiday Lighting Extravaganza (Nov 27 – Nov 27). We've mapped 1 display in Fountain and 16 more nearby (4 events, 3 walk-thrus, 3 parades). 13 are free. 3 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 12, 2026

Magic of Lights Colorado Springs

Drive-thru · Fountain, CO · Per vehicle: $35.99 standard (cheaper online presales, from $18.50 in November); season pass $92.99

Opens soon

Nov 20 – Jan 2

Near Fountain (within 25 miles)

The Broadmoor Holiday Lights

Event · Colorado Springs, CO · Not listed; see the resort's holiday visitor FAQ

On now

17 miThrough Mar 1

Electric Safari at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Walk-thru · Colorado Springs, CO · Adults $19.75 Mon-Thu, $24.75 weekends/holidays; kids from $15.75

Opens soon

16 miDec 4 – Jan 1

Festival of Lights Parade

Parade · Colorado Springs, CO · Free

Opens soon

19 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Acacia Park Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting

Tree lighting · Colorado Springs, CO · Free

Opens soon Music

19 miNov 13 – Nov 13

Old Colorado City Christkindlmarket

Event · Colorado Springs, CO · Free

Opens soon

21 miDec 4 – Dec 23

Pueblo Riverwalk Holiday Lighting Extravaganza

Event · Pueblo, CO · Free (boat rides ticketed in person, per 2025 coverage)

Opens soon

22 miNov 27 – Nov 27

Manitou Springs Christmas Parade

Parade · Manitou Springs, CO · Free

Opens soon

23 miDec 6 – Dec 6

Manitou Springs Christmas Tree Lighting with Santa

Tree lighting · Manitou Springs, CO · Free

Opens soon

23 miNov 25 – Nov 25

Timberline Christmas Lights Guide (self-guided map)

Neighborhood · Colorado Springs, CO · Free

19 mi

Seven Falls Winter Lights

Walk-thru · Colorado Springs, CO · Not listed

20 mi

Old North End Holiday Home Lights

Neighborhood · Colorado Springs, CO · Free

20 mi

Pony Club Lights

Home display · Colorado Springs, CO · Free

Music

21 mi

Pueblo County Courthouse Lighting

Event · Pueblo, CO · Free

Music

22 mi

Nugent Drive Display

Home display · Colorado Springs, CO · Free (food donations welcome)

22 mi

Pueblo Parade of Lights

Parade · Pueblo, CO · Free

22 mi

ElectriCritters at the Pueblo Zoo

Walk-thru · Pueblo, CO · Prior season: non-member adults $9.50, children $7.50, ages 2 and under free

22 mi

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Christmas lights in Fountain: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Fountain?

Popular picks this season include Magic of Lights Colorado Springs (Nov 20 – Jan 2), Electric Safari at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (Dec 4 – Jan 1), Pueblo Riverwalk Holiday Lighting Extravaganza (Nov 27 – Nov 27) and The Broadmoor Holiday Lights (Through Mar 1). In all, 17 displays are mapped in and around Fountain, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Fountain?

Free options include Pueblo Riverwalk Holiday Lighting Extravaganza, Old Colorado City Christkindlmarket, ElectriCritters at the Pueblo Zoo and Festival of Lights Parade. 13 of the 17 displays near Fountain are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Fountain?

Yes. Magic of Lights Colorado Springs (Per vehicle: $35.99 standard (cheaper online presales, from $18.50 in November); season pass $92.99). 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 Fountain?

Yes. Acacia Park Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting, Pueblo County Courthouse Lighting and Pony Club Lights (tune to 104.7 FM). Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Fountain?

The earliest Fountain-area displays turn on Nov 13, 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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