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Christmas Lights in Omaha, NE
The top places to see Christmas lights in Omaha this season are Zoolightful at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium (Nov 18 – Jan 10), Bright Nights at Lauritzen Gardens (Nov 27 – Jan 3) and Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing (From Nov 15). We've mapped 12 displays in Omaha and 9 more nearby (7 walk-thrus, 5 drive-thrus, 4 tree lightings). 10 are free. 2 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Omaha (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Omaha: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Omaha?
Popular picks this season include Zoolightful at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium (Nov 18 – Jan 10), Bright Nights at Lauritzen Gardens (Nov 27 – Jan 3), Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing (From Nov 15) and Holiday Lights Festival - Gene Leahy Mall (RiverFront) (Nov 28 – Jan 1). In all, 21 displays are mapped in and around Omaha, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Omaha?
Free options include Season of Lights at Midtown Crossing, Holiday Lights Festival - Gene Leahy Mall (RiverFront), La Vista Wonderland and Holiday Lights Festival - Old Market. 10 of the 21 displays near Omaha are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Omaha?
Yes. Santa's Rock N Lights (Per vehicle; tickets bought online in advance), ChristmasLand Drive-Thru (Per vehicle (amount not listed)) and Boys Town Christmas Lights (Free). 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 Omaha?
Yes. Christmas in Olde Towne Holiday Lights & Music Show and Bass Pro Shops Drive-Thru Light Show (La Vista). Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Omaha?
The earliest Omaha-area displays turn on Nov 13, 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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