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Christmas Lights in Baton Rouge, LA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Baton Rouge this season are Louisiana Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 30), Zoo Lights at the Baton Rouge Zoo (Nov 27 – Dec 30) and Holiday Lights at Baton Rouge General (Dec 1 – Dec 31). We've mapped 13 displays in Baton Rouge and 9 more nearby (8 home displays, 7 neighborhoods, 2 walk-thrus). 8 are free. 7 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Baton Rouge (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Baton Rouge: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Baton Rouge?
Popular picks this season include Louisiana Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 30), Zoo Lights at the Baton Rouge Zoo (Nov 27 – Dec 30), Holiday Lights at Baton Rouge General (Dec 1 – Dec 31) and White Light Night (Nov 20 – Nov 20). In all, 22 displays are mapped in and around Baton Rouge, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Baton Rouge?
Free options include Louisiana Lights, Holiday Lights at Baton Rouge General, White Light Night and Festival of Lights Downtown Baton Rouge. 8 of the 22 displays near Baton Rouge are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Baton Rouge?
Yes. Louisiana Lights, White Light Night and Festival of Lights Downtown Baton Rouge. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Baton Rouge?
The earliest Baton Rouge-area displays turn on Nov 20, 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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