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Christmas Lights in Guilford, CT
The top places to see Christmas lights in Guilford this season are Milford Lamplight Stroll (Dec 4 – Dec 4), Tree Lighting at Lighthouse Point Park (Fantasy of Lights replacement) (Nov 19 – Nov 19) and Riverhead Holiday Light Show. We've mapped 1 display in Guilford and 21 more nearby (10 tree lightings, 5 events, 2 home displays). 7 are free. 2 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Guilford (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Guilford: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Guilford?
Popular picks this season include Milford Lamplight Stroll (Dec 4 – Dec 4), Tree Lighting at Lighthouse Point Park (Fantasy of Lights replacement) (Nov 19 – Nov 19), Riverhead Holiday Light Show and New Haven Green Tree Lighting (Dec 3 – Dec 3). In all, 22 displays are mapped in and around Guilford, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Guilford?
Free options include Milford Lamplight Stroll, New Haven Green Tree Lighting, Festival of Silver Lights and Festival of Silver Lights at Hubbard Park. 7 of the 22 displays near Guilford are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Guilford?
Yes. Riverhead Holiday Light Show ($25 per vehicle weekdays, $30 weekends (2025)). 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 Guilford?
Yes. Riverhead Holiday Light Show and Michael's Light Show (tune to 104.5 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 Guilford?
The earliest Guilford-area displays turn on Nov 19, 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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