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Christmas Lights in Atlantic City, NJ
The top places to see Christmas lights in Atlantic City this season are Storybook Land Christmas Fantasy with Lights (From Nov 14), Historic Smithville Dickens Fest (Nov 28 – Nov 29) and Smithville Christmas Train Ride and Magical Talking Tree (Nov 27 – Dec 24). We've mapped 6 displays in Atlantic City and 8 more nearby (6 events, 3 tree lightings, 2 home displays). 8 are free. 4 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Atlantic City (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Atlantic City: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Atlantic City?
Popular picks this season include Storybook Land Christmas Fantasy with Lights (From Nov 14), Historic Smithville Dickens Fest (Nov 28 – Nov 29), Smithville Christmas Train Ride and Magical Talking Tree (Nov 27 – Dec 24) and Ducktown Park Tree Lighting (Dec 5 – Dec 5). In all, 14 displays are mapped in and around Atlantic City, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Atlantic City?
Free options include Ducktown Park Tree Lighting, Chelsea Holiday Tree Lighting, Atlantic City Holiday Parade and Borgata Holiday Trees and Displays. 8 of the 14 displays near Atlantic City are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Atlantic City?
Yes. Storybook Land Christmas Fantasy with Lights (Ticketed (price not listed)). 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 Atlantic City?
Yes. Ducktown Park Tree Lighting, Historic Smithville Village Light Show and Offshore Illuminations (tune to 97.9 FM). Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Atlantic City?
The earliest Atlantic City-area displays turn on Nov 14, 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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