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Christmas Lights in Jackson, MS
The top places to see Christmas lights in Jackson this season are Journey to the North Pole at Mississippi Children's Museum (Nov 22 – Jan 3), Belhaven Singing Christmas Tree (Dec 4 – Dec 5) and Capital City Lights (Dec 5 – Dec 5). We've mapped 9 displays in Jackson and 8 more nearby (6 events, 3 parades, 3 tree lightings). 14 are free. 6 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Jackson (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Jackson: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Jackson?
Popular picks this season include Journey to the North Pole at Mississippi Children's Museum (Nov 22 – Jan 3), Belhaven Singing Christmas Tree (Dec 4 – Dec 5), Capital City Lights (Dec 5 – Dec 5) and Holiday Stroll at Highland Village (Nov 12 – Nov 12). In all, 17 displays are mapped in and around Jackson, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Jackson?
Free options include Journey to the North Pole at Mississippi Children's Museum, Belhaven Singing Christmas Tree, Capital City Lights and Holiday Stroll at Highland Village. 14 of the 17 displays near Jackson are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Jackson?
Yes. Magic of Lights Brandon (Per carload; check site). 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 Jackson?
Yes. Belhaven Singing Christmas Tree, Capital City Lights and Holiday Stroll at Highland 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 Jackson?
The earliest Jackson-area displays turn on Nov 12, 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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