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Christmas Lights in Nappanee, IN

The top places to see Christmas lights in Nappanee this season are Lights of Liberty (Nov 20 – Dec 5), Holiday Lights on the Diamond (Nov 13 – Jan 2) and Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights at Wellfield Botanic Gardens (Nov 27 – Jan 2). We've mapped 1 display in Nappanee and 9 more nearby (2 walk-thrus, 2 light shows, 2 parades). 4 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 11, 2026

Nutcrackers in Nappanee

Neighborhood Β· Nappanee, IN Β· Free

On now

Nov 1 – Jan 2

Near Nappanee (within 25 miles)

Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights at Wellfield Botanic Gardens

Walk-thru Β· Elkhart, IN Β· Ticketed; members $10, prices rise closer to the date

Opens soon

18 miNov 27 – Jan 2

Mishawaka Winterfest and Lighted Parade

Parade Β· Mishawaka, IN Β· Free to attend; skating by reservation

Opens soon

18 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Downtown South Bend Holiday Light Parade

Parade Β· South Bend, IN Β· Free

Opens soon

19 miDec 11 – Dec 11

Holly Days at Potawatomi Zoo

Event Β· South Bend, IN Β· Zoo admission; see zoo

Opens soon

19 miNov 28 – Dec 20

Holiday Lights on the Diamond

Light show Β· South Bend, IN Β· Ticketed (ages 2+); see box office

Opens soon Music

20 miNov 13 – Jan 2

Downtown South Bend Tree Lighting and Santa's Arrival

Tree lighting Β· South Bend, IN Β· Free

Opens soon

21 miDec 4 – Dec 4

Holladay Christkindle Fest and Tree Lighting at the Inn at Saint Mary's

Tree lighting Β· South Bend, IN Β· Not listed

Opens soon

22 miNov 27 – Nov 28

Lights of Liberty

Walk-thru Β· North Liberty, IN Β· Donation

Opens soon

23 miNov 20 – Dec 5

Gift of Lights at Potawatomi Zoo

Light show Β· South Bend, IN Β· Unknown

19 mi

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Christmas lights in Nappanee: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Nappanee?

Popular picks this season include Lights of Liberty (Nov 20 – Dec 5), Holiday Lights on the Diamond (Nov 13 – Jan 2), Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights at Wellfield Botanic Gardens (Nov 27 – Jan 2) and Nutcrackers in Nappanee (Nov 1 – Jan 2). In all, 10 displays are mapped in and around Nappanee, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Nappanee?

Free options include Nutcrackers in Nappanee, Downtown South Bend Holiday Light Parade, Downtown South Bend Tree Lighting and Santa's Arrival and Mishawaka Winterfest and Lighted Parade. 4 of the 10 displays near Nappanee are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Nappanee?

Yes. Holiday Lights on the Diamond. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Nappanee?

The earliest Nappanee-area displays turn on Nov 1, 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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