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Christmas Lights in New Hartford, NY

The top places to see Christmas lights in New Hartford 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 New Hartford 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

Believe Magical Christmas Festival

Event Β· New Hartford, NY Β· Not listed

Near New Hartford (within 25 miles)

Bright Nights at the Utica Zoo

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

Opens soon

2.2 miNov 27 – Dec 19

Victorian Groove-tide at Fountain Elms (Munson)

Event Β· Utica, NY Β· See Munson

Opens soon

2.9 miNov 13 – Jan 3

Clinton Shoppers' Stroll, Tree Lighting and Holiday Parade

Parade Β· Clinton, NY Β· Free

Opens soon

4.9 miNov 27 – Nov 28

Rome Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Rome, NY Β· Free

Opens soon

15 miNov 27 – Nov 27

Not So Tiny Nutcrackers Display

Event Β· Utica, NY Β· Not listed

3.5 mi

The Polar Express Train Ride (Adirondack Railroad)

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

3.9 mi
13 mi

Lavender & Lights at Spring Creek Lavender

Walk-thru Β· Remsen, NY Β· Not listed

18 mi

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Christmas lights in New Hartford: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in New Hartford?

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 New Hartford, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in New Hartford?

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 New Hartford are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

When do Christmas lights start in New Hartford?

The earliest New Hartford-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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