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Christmas Lights in Towson, MD
The top places to see Christmas lights in Towson this season are Merriweather Symphony of Lights (Nov 27 – Jan 2), Charm City Lights at Druid Hill Park (Nov 28 – Dec 27) and Maryland Holiday Light Spectacular (Dec 3 – Dec 30). We've mapped 1 display in Towson and 26 more nearby (12 home displays, 4 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 Towson (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Towson: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Towson?
Popular picks this season include Merriweather Symphony of Lights (Nov 27 – Jan 2), Charm City Lights at Druid Hill Park (Nov 28 – Dec 27), Maryland Holiday Light Spectacular (Dec 3 – Dec 30) and Christmas Village in Baltimore (Nov 21 – Dec 27). In all, 27 displays are mapped in and around Towson, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Towson?
Free options include Maryland Holiday Light Spectacular, Christmas Village in Baltimore, Miracle on 34th Street and Winter Wonderland Bel Air. 22 of the 27 displays near Towson are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Towson?
Yes. Merriweather Symphony of Lights ($25 per vehicle; walk-through nights priced separately) 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 Towson?
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 Towson?
The earliest Towson-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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