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Christmas Lights in Monson, MA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Monson this season are Zoo Night at Bright Nights (Dec 9 – Dec 16), Bright Nights at Forest Park (Nov 25 – Jan 3) and Lighting of the Quadrangle (Nov 27 – Nov 27). We've mapped 1 display in Monson and 15 more nearby (6 tree lightings, 4 events, 2 walk-thrus). 11 are free. 2 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Monson (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Monson: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Monson?
Popular picks this season include Zoo Night at Bright Nights (Dec 9 – Dec 16), Bright Nights at Forest Park (Nov 25 – Jan 3), Lighting of the Quadrangle (Nov 27 – Nov 27) and Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village (Nov 27 – Dec 27). In all, 16 displays are mapped in and around Monson, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Monson?
Free options include Lighting of the Quadrangle, Union Station Holiday Tree Lighting and 100th Anniversary Celebration, WOW Creative Arts Center Winter Wonderland and Westfield Holiday Lights Tour. 11 of the 16 displays near Monson are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Monson?
Yes. Bright Nights at Forest Park (Per-vehicle ticket, bought in advance (price not confirmed)). 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 Monson?
Yes. Bright Nights at Forest Park (tune to WELF 100.7 FM) and Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Monson?
The earliest Monson-area displays turn on Nov 23, 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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