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Christmas Lights in Madison, CT
The top places to see Christmas lights in Madison 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 New Haven Green Tree Lighting (Dec 3 – Dec 3). We've mapped 1 display in Madison and 18 more nearby (9 tree lightings, 5 events, 2 neighborhoods). 6 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Madison (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Madison: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Madison?
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), New Haven Green Tree Lighting (Dec 3 – Dec 3) and Festival of Silver Lights. In all, 19 displays are mapped in and around Madison, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Madison?
Free options include Milford Lamplight Stroll, New Haven Green Tree Lighting, Festival of Silver Lights and Festival of Silver Lights at Hubbard Park. 6 of the 19 displays near Madison are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Madison?
Yes. 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 Madison?
The earliest Madison-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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