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Christmas Lights in Wilmington, DE
The top places to see Christmas lights in Wilmington this season are Holiday Magic at Riverbright (Nov 27 – Jan 3), A Longwood Christmas (Nov 20 – Jan 10) and Rose Tree Festival of Lights (Dec 3 – Jan 3). We've mapped 2 displays in Wilmington and 15 more nearby (5 neighborhoods, 4 home displays, 4 walk-thrus). 12 are free. 4 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Wilmington (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Wilmington: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Wilmington?
Popular picks this season include Holiday Magic at Riverbright (Nov 27 – Jan 3), A Longwood Christmas (Nov 20 – Jan 10), Rose Tree Festival of Lights (Dec 3 – Jan 3) and Holidays in Franklin Square (Nov 19 – Jan 3). In all, 17 displays are mapped in and around Wilmington, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Wilmington?
Free options include Rose Tree Festival of Lights, Holidays in Franklin Square, Frostland Village and Miracle on South 13th Street. 12 of the 17 displays near Wilmington are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Wilmington?
Yes. A Longwood Christmas, Holidays in Franklin Square and LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Wilmington?
The earliest Wilmington-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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