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Christmas Lights in Clinton, NY

The top places to see Christmas lights in Clinton this season are Bright Nights at the Utica Zoo (Nov 27 – Dec 19), Victorian Groove-tide at Fountain Elms (Munson) (Nov 13 – Jan 3) and Clinton Shoppers' Stroll, Tree Lighting and Holiday Parade (Nov 27 – Nov 28). We've mapped 1 display in Clinton and 8 more nearby (4 events, 2 walk-thrus, 1 parade). 4 are free. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 11, 2026

Clinton Shoppers' Stroll, Tree Lighting and Holiday Parade

Parade Β· Clinton, NY Β· Free

Opens soon

Nov 27 – Nov 28

Near Clinton (within 25 miles)

Bright Nights at the Utica Zoo

Walk-thru Β· Utica, NY Β· $7-$10 per person; under 2 free

Opens soon

7.1 miNov 27 – Dec 19

Victorian Groove-tide at Fountain Elms (Munson)

Event Β· Utica, NY Β· See Munson

Opens soon

7.7 miNov 13 – Jan 3

Rome Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Rome, NY Β· Free

Opens soon

13 miNov 27 – Nov 27

Believe Magical Christmas Festival

Event Β· New Hartford, NY Β· Not listed

4.9 mi

Not So Tiny Nutcrackers Display

Event Β· Utica, NY Β· Not listed

8.4 mi

The Polar Express Train Ride (Adirondack Railroad)

Event Β· Utica, NY Β· Roughly $39-$68 in 2024

8.7 mi
12 mi

Lavender & Lights at Spring Creek Lavender

Walk-thru Β· Remsen, NY Β· Not listed

22 mi

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Christmas lights in Clinton: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Clinton?

Popular picks this season include Bright Nights at the Utica Zoo (Nov 27 – Dec 19), Victorian Groove-tide at Fountain Elms (Munson) (Nov 13 – Jan 3), Clinton Shoppers' Stroll, Tree Lighting and Holiday Parade (Nov 27 – Nov 28) and Rome Annual Christmas Tree Lighting (Nov 27 – Nov 27). In all, 9 displays are mapped in and around Clinton, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Clinton?

Free options include Bright Nights at the Utica Zoo, Clinton Shoppers' Stroll, Tree Lighting and Holiday Parade, Rome Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Rome Veterans Park and North James Street Light Displays. 4 of the 9 displays near Clinton are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

When do Christmas lights start in Clinton?

The earliest Clinton-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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