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Christmas Lights in Haverhill, MA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Haverhill this season are ZooLights at Stone Zoo (Nov 20 – Jan 3), Merrimack Valley Celebration of Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 30) and North Shore Holiday Light Show. We've mapped 1 display in Haverhill and 17 more nearby (7 neighborhoods, 4 home displays, 3 walk-thrus). 12 are free. 4 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Haverhill (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Haverhill: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Haverhill?
Popular picks this season include ZooLights at Stone Zoo (Nov 20 – Jan 3), Merrimack Valley Celebration of Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 30), North Shore Holiday Light Show and Boston Common Tree Lighting (Dec 3 – Dec 3). In all, 18 displays are mapped in and around Haverhill, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Haverhill?
Free options include ZooLights at Stone Zoo, Boston Common Tree Lighting, River Street Christmas Lights and Somerville Illuminations. 12 of the 18 displays near Haverhill are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Haverhill?
Yes. Merrimack Valley Celebration of Lights ($22.99-$26.99 per car online, $30-$35 at the gate) and North Shore Holiday Light Show (Earlier seasons about $25 per car). 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 Haverhill?
Yes. Merrimack Valley Celebration of Lights, North Shore Holiday Light Show and Boston Common Tree Lighting. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Haverhill?
The earliest Haverhill-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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