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Christmas Lights in Louisville, CO
The top places to see Christmas lights in Louisville this season are Christmas in Color at Red Rocks (From Nov 20), Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens (Nov 20 – Jan 10) and Holiday Light and Music Show at the City and County Building (Nov 20 – Jan 24). We've mapped 1 display in Louisville and 33 more nearby (12 events, 7 home displays, 5 parades). 25 are free. 9 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Louisville (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Louisville: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Louisville?
Popular picks this season include Christmas in Color at Red Rocks (From Nov 20), 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). In all, 34 displays are mapped in and around Louisville, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Louisville?
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 34 displays near Louisville are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Louisville?
Yes. Christmas in Color at Red Rocks (Per vehicle; about $35 in 2025, check site for 2026 pricing) and 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 Louisville?
Yes. Christmas in Color at Red Rocks (tune to 87.9 FM), Holiday Light and Music Show at the City and County Building and Christmas in Color at Water World (tune to 87.9 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 Louisville?
The earliest Louisville-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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