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Christmas Lights in East Peoria, IL
The top places to see Christmas lights in East Peoria this season are FOLEPI's Winter Wonderland (Nov 27 – Jan 3), Holiday Lights at the Ballpark (Dozer Park) (Nov 13 – Jan 2) and Luthy Lights (Nov 27 – Jan 3). We've mapped 2 displays in East Peoria and 18 more nearby (16 home displays, 2 walk-thrus, 1 parade). 18 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near East Peoria (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in East Peoria: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in East Peoria?
Popular picks this season include FOLEPI's Winter Wonderland (Nov 27 – Jan 3), Holiday Lights at the Ballpark (Dozer Park) (Nov 13 – Jan 2), Luthy Lights (Nov 27 – Jan 3) and East Peoria Festival of Lights Parade of Lights (Nov 21 – Nov 21). In all, 20 displays are mapped in and around East Peoria, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in East Peoria?
Free options include Luthy Lights, East Peoria Festival of Lights Parade of Lights, Merryland on Maryland and Rex's Light Show. 18 of the 20 displays near East Peoria are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near East Peoria?
Yes. FOLEPI's Winter Wonderland ($10 per car (2025 price)). 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 East Peoria?
Yes. Holiday Lights at the Ballpark (Dozer Park). Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in East Peoria?
The earliest East Peoria-area displays turn on Nov 13, 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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