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Christmas Lights in Ridgeland, MS

The top places to see Christmas lights in Ridgeland this season are Belhaven Singing Christmas Tree (Dec 4 – Dec 5), Journey to the North Pole at Mississippi Children's Museum (Nov 22 – Jan 3) and Capital City Lights (Dec 5 – Dec 5). We've mapped 3 displays in Ridgeland and 14 more nearby (6 events, 3 walk-thrus, 3 tree lightings). 14 are free. 6 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 11, 2026

Ridgeland Christmas Parade

Parade · Ridgeland, MS · Free

Ridgeland Christmas Tree Lighting

Tree lighting · Ridgeland, MS · Free

Wonderland of Lights at Freedom Ridge Park

Walk-thru · Ridgeland, MS · Free

Near Ridgeland (within 25 miles)

Holiday Stroll at Highland Village

Event · Jackson, MS · Free

Opens soon Music

4.7 miNov 12 – Nov 12

Homestead for the Holidays

Event · Jackson, MS · $10 ages 3 and up

Opens soon Music

6.1 miDec 10 – Dec 11

Journey to the North Pole at Mississippi Children's Museum

Walk-thru · Jackson, MS · $13 non-members; free for members

Opens soon

6.4 miNov 22 – Jan 3

Belhaven Singing Christmas Tree

Light show · Jackson, MS · Free

Opens soon Music

7.1 miDec 4 – Dec 5

City of Jackson Tree Lighting Ceremony

Tree lighting · Jackson, MS · Free

Opens soon

8.1 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Capital City Lights

Event · Jackson, MS · Free

Opens soon Music

8.5 miDec 5 – Dec 5

City of Jackson Holiday Parade

Parade · Jackson, MS · Free

Opens soon

8.8 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Madison Christmas Parade

Parade · Madison, MS · Free

5.2 mi

Deck the District

Event · Jackson, MS · Free

Music

5.5 mi

Christmas by Candlelight Tour

Event · Jackson, MS · Free

Music

8.1 mi

Pearl Christmas Tree Lighting at City Hall

Tree lighting · Pearl, MS · Free

10 mi

The Southern Lights at Trustmark Park

Walk-thru · Pearl, MS · Tickets online

10 mi

Magic of Lights Brandon

Drive-thru · Brandon, MS · Per carload; check site

14 mi

Canton Christmas Festival

Event · Canton, MS · Free

14 mi

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Christmas lights in Ridgeland: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Ridgeland?

Popular picks this season include Belhaven Singing Christmas Tree (Dec 4 – Dec 5), Journey to the North Pole at Mississippi Children's Museum (Nov 22 – Jan 3), Capital City Lights (Dec 5 – Dec 5) and Homestead for the Holidays (Dec 10 – Dec 11). In all, 17 displays are mapped in and around Ridgeland, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Ridgeland?

Free options include Belhaven Singing Christmas Tree, Journey to the North Pole at Mississippi Children's Museum, Capital City Lights and Holiday Stroll at Highland Village. 14 of the 17 displays near Ridgeland are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Ridgeland?

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 Ridgeland?

Yes. Belhaven Singing Christmas Tree, Capital City Lights and Homestead for the Holidays. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Ridgeland?

The earliest Ridgeland-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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