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Christmas Lights in Central, LA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Central 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 4 displays in Central and 19 more nearby (9 home displays, 7 neighborhoods, 2 walk-thrus). 9 are free. 7 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Central (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Central: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Central?
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 Festival of Lights Downtown Baton Rouge (Dec 5 – Dec 5). In all, 23 displays are mapped in and around Central, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Central?
Free options include Louisiana Lights, Holiday Lights at Baton Rouge General, Festival of Lights Downtown Baton Rouge and White Light Night. 9 of the 23 displays near Central are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Central?
Yes. Louisiana Lights, Festival of Lights Downtown Baton Rouge and White Light Night. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Central?
The earliest Central-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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