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Christmas Lights in Franklin, IN
The top places to see Christmas lights in Franklin this season are Christmas at the Zoo (Nov 21 – Jan 3), Winterlights at Newfields (Nov 21 – Jan 3) and Christmas Nights of Lights (Nov 6 – Dec 31). We've mapped 2 displays in Franklin and 13 more nearby (5 walk-thrus, 4 home displays, 3 parades). 12 are free. 5 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Franklin (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Franklin: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Franklin?
Popular picks this season include Christmas at the Zoo (Nov 21 – Jan 3), Winterlights at Newfields (Nov 21 – Jan 3), Christmas Nights of Lights (Nov 6 – Dec 31) and Festival of Lights at Jimmy Nash Park. In all, 15 displays are mapped in and around Franklin, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Franklin?
Free options include Christmas at the Zoo, Winterlights at Newfields, Festival of Lights at Jimmy Nash Park and Greenwood Lighted Trail. 12 of the 15 displays near Franklin are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Franklin?
Yes. Christmas Nights of Lights ($40 per carload (up to 8); $60 for 9-15; $85 for 16+) and Festival of Lights at Jimmy Nash Park (Free). 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 Franklin?
Yes. Christmas Nights of Lights (tune to 90.7 FM), Circle of Lights and Falks Family Light Show (tune to 88.1 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 Franklin?
The earliest Franklin-area displays turn on Nov 6, 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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