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Christmas Lights in Margate, FL
The top places to see Christmas lights in Margate this season are Holiday Fantasy of Lights (Nov 21 – Jan 2), Holiday Kickoff at Boca Center (Nov 20 – Nov 20) and Enchanted Forest of Lights at Preserve Park. We've mapped 1 display in Margate and 27 more nearby (10 home displays, 5 events, 4 drive-thrus). 22 are free. 11 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Margate (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Margate: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Margate?
Popular picks this season include Holiday Fantasy of Lights (Nov 21 – Jan 2), Holiday Kickoff at Boca Center (Nov 20 – Nov 20), Enchanted Forest of Lights at Preserve Park and Christmas at the Oasis. In all, 28 displays are mapped in and around Margate, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Margate?
Free options include Holiday Kickoff at Boca Center, Enchanted Forest of Lights at Preserve Park, Christmas at the Oasis and Symphony in Lights at Gulfstream Park Village. 22 of the 28 displays near Margate are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Margate?
Yes. Holiday Fantasy of Lights (Per vehicle; 2025 about $28 per car, $60 for buses), Christmas at the Oasis (Free drive-through; donations accepted; small fees for extras) and Christmas Lights in the Acres ($10 per vehicle; $50 for 9+ people). 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 Margate?
Yes. Holiday Kickoff at Boca Center, Enchanted Forest of Lights at Preserve Park and Symphony in Lights at Gulfstream Park Village. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Margate?
The earliest Margate-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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