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Christmas Lights in West Des Moines, IA
The top places to see Christmas lights in West Des Moines this season are Jolly Holiday Lights (Nov 20 – Jan 3), Magical Nights of Lights and Fellowship Community Church Drive-Thru. We've mapped 3 displays in West Des Moines and 18 more nearby (6 home displays, 4 walk-thrus, 4 drive-thrus). 18 are free. 10 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near West Des Moines (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in West Des Moines: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in West Des Moines?
Popular picks this season include Jolly Holiday Lights (Nov 20 – Jan 3), Magical Nights of Lights, Fellowship Community Church Drive-Thru and Dome for the Holidays. In all, 21 displays are mapped in and around West Des Moines, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in West Des Moines?
Free options include Magical Nights of Lights, Fellowship Community Church Drive-Thru, First Church of the Open Bible Light Show and Miracle on 86th Street. 18 of the 21 displays near West Des Moines are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near West Des Moines?
Yes. Jolly Holiday Lights (Advance tickets; about $25 per car in 2025), Fellowship Community Church Drive-Thru (Free) and First Church of the Open Bible Light Show (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 West Des Moines?
Yes. Jolly Holiday Lights, Fellowship Community Church Drive-Thru and First Church of the Open Bible Light Show. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
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