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Christmas Lights in Rochester, NY
The top places to see Christmas lights in Rochester this season are Roc Holiday Village (Nov 27 – Dec 20), Enchanted Village Celebration (Dec 6 – Dec 6) and Hilton Holiday Celebration on Main (Dec 12 – Dec 12). We've mapped 6 displays in Rochester and 5 more nearby (5 events, 4 tree lightings, 1 parade). 7 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Rochester (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Rochester: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Rochester?
Popular picks this season include Roc Holiday Village (Nov 27 – Dec 20), Enchanted Village Celebration (Dec 6 – Dec 6), Hilton Holiday Celebration on Main (Dec 12 – Dec 12) and Liberty Pole Lighting and Family Parade (Dec 5 – Dec 5). In all, 11 displays are mapped in and around Rochester, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Rochester?
Free options include Roc Holiday Village, Hilton Holiday Celebration on Main, Liberty Pole Lighting and Family Parade and Chili Community Tree Lighting. 7 of the 11 displays near Rochester are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Rochester?
Yes. Holiday Spectacular at Blue Barn (West Wind Farm) (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 Rochester?
Yes. Genesee Keg Tree Lighting. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Rochester?
The earliest Rochester-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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