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Christmas Lights in Methuen, MA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Methuen this season are Merrimack Valley Celebration of Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 30), ZooLights at Stone Zoo (Nov 20 – Jan 3) and Boston Common Tree Lighting (Dec 3 – Dec 3). We've mapped 1 display in Methuen and 18 more nearby (6 neighborhoods, 5 home displays, 3 walk-thrus). 11 are free. 5 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Methuen (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Methuen: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Methuen?
Popular picks this season include Merrimack Valley Celebration of Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 30), ZooLights at Stone Zoo (Nov 20 – Jan 3), Boston Common Tree Lighting (Dec 3 – Dec 3) and River Street Christmas Lights. In all, 19 displays are mapped in and around Methuen, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Methuen?
Free options include ZooLights at Stone Zoo, Boston Common Tree Lighting, River Street Christmas Lights and Robinson Street lights. 11 of the 19 displays near Methuen are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Methuen?
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 Methuen?
Yes. Merrimack Valley Celebration of Lights, Boston Common Tree Lighting and North Shore Holiday Light Show. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Methuen?
The earliest Methuen-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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