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Christmas Lights in Hamburg, NY
The top places to see Christmas lights in Hamburg this season are Festival of Lights at The Fairgrounds (Nov 27 – Dec 30), Poinsettias After Dark (Nov 27 – Dec 29) and Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration (Dec 5 – Dec 5). We've mapped 1 display in Hamburg and 6 more nearby (3 tree lightings, 2 events, 1 drive-thru). 5 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Hamburg (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Hamburg: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Hamburg?
Popular picks this season include Festival of Lights at The Fairgrounds (Nov 27 – Dec 30), Poinsettias After Dark (Nov 27 – Dec 29), Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration (Dec 5 – Dec 5) and Holiday Lights Trolley. In all, 7 displays are mapped in and around Hamburg, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Hamburg?
Free options include Poinsettias After Dark, Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration, Elmwood Village Holiday Tree Lighting and Hertel Avenue Holiday Tree Lighting. 5 of the 7 displays near Hamburg are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Hamburg?
Yes. Festival of Lights at The Fairgrounds (Ticketed (price not confirmed)). 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 Hamburg?
Yes. Lights on Babbette (tune to 105.5 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 Hamburg?
The earliest Hamburg-area displays turn on Nov 27, 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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