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Christmas Lights in Baltimore, MD
The top places to see Christmas lights in Baltimore this season are Charm City Lights at Druid Hill Park (Nov 28 – Dec 27), Merriweather Symphony of Lights (Nov 27 – Jan 2) and Maryland Holiday Light Spectacular (Dec 3 – Dec 30). We've mapped 9 displays in Baltimore and 17 more nearby (10 home displays, 3 events, 3 tree lightings). 22 are free. 3 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Baltimore (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Baltimore: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Baltimore?
Popular picks this season include Charm City Lights at Druid Hill Park (Nov 28 – Dec 27), Merriweather Symphony of Lights (Nov 27 – Jan 2), Maryland Holiday Light Spectacular (Dec 3 – Dec 30) and Miracle on 34th Street (Nov 28 – Jan 1). In all, 26 displays are mapped in and around Baltimore, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Baltimore?
Free options include Maryland Holiday Light Spectacular, Miracle on 34th Street, Christmas Village in Baltimore and Winter Wonderland Bel Air. 22 of the 26 displays near Baltimore are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Baltimore?
Yes. Merriweather Symphony of Lights ($25 per vehicle; walk-through nights priced separately), Lights on the Bay (About $25 per car (site; year unclear)) and Upperco Yuletide Village (Varies). 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 Baltimore?
Yes. Galena Road Display (tune to 101.5 FM), Lights on Coco (tune to 98.3 FM) and Yew Road Display (tune to 102.9 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 Baltimore?
The earliest Baltimore-area displays turn on Nov 21, 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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