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Christmas Lights in Chelsea, MI
The top places to see Christmas lights in Chelsea this season are Drive-Through Christmas Experience at Ann Arbor Baptist Church (Dec 10 – Dec 13), Gather and Give Back Holiday Open House and Streetscape Lighting (Nov 21 – Nov 21) and Manchester Christmas in the Village (Dec 5 – Dec 5). We've mapped 2 displays in Chelsea and 13 more nearby (7 tree lightings, 4 parades, 3 events). 15 are free. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Chelsea (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Chelsea: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Chelsea?
Popular picks this season include Drive-Through Christmas Experience at Ann Arbor Baptist Church (Dec 10 – Dec 13), Gather and Give Back Holiday Open House and Streetscape Lighting (Nov 21 – Nov 21), Manchester Christmas in the Village (Dec 5 – Dec 5) and Midnight Madness (Dec 4 – Dec 4). In all, 15 displays are mapped in and around Chelsea, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Chelsea?
Free options include Drive-Through Christmas Experience at Ann Arbor Baptist Church, Gather and Give Back Holiday Open House and Streetscape Lighting, Manchester Christmas in the Village and Midnight Madness. 15 of the 15 displays near Chelsea are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Chelsea?
Yes. Drive-Through Christmas Experience at Ann Arbor Baptist Church (Free). Drive-thru shows usually charge per car, and buying tickets online ahead of time is often faster.
When do Christmas lights start in Chelsea?
The earliest Chelsea-area displays turn on Nov 19, 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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