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Christmas Lights in Highland, MI
The top places to see Christmas lights in Highland this season are Winter Wonder Lights at Meadow Brook Hall (Nov 27 – Dec 30), Pinckney Light up the Park (Nov 28 – Nov 28) and America's Thanksgiving Parade (Nov 26 – Nov 26). We've mapped 1 display in Highland and 9 more nearby (3 walk-thrus, 2 parades, 2 events). 6 are free. 4 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Highland (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Highland: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Highland?
Popular picks this season include Winter Wonder Lights at Meadow Brook Hall (Nov 27 – Dec 30), Pinckney Light up the Park (Nov 28 – Nov 28), America's Thanksgiving Parade (Nov 26 – Nov 26) and MI Bright Lights at Camp Dearborn. In all, 10 displays are mapped in and around Highland, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Highland?
Free options include Winter Wonder Lights at Meadow Brook Hall, Pinckney Light up the Park, America's Thanksgiving Parade and Big Bright Light Show. 6 of the 10 displays near Highland are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Highland?
Yes. MI Bright Lights at Camp Dearborn. 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 Highland?
Yes. America's Thanksgiving Parade, MI Bright Lights at Camp Dearborn (tune to Holiday music via car radio) and Holiday Stroll at Canterbury 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 Highland?
The earliest Highland-area displays turn on Nov 26, 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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