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Christmas Lights in Morganton, NC
The top places to see Christmas lights in Morganton this season are Light Up Lenoir (Nov 19 – Nov 19), J. Iverson Riddle Parade and Lights and Lowes Foods Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting (Nov 20 – Nov 20). We've mapped 3 displays in Morganton and 4 more nearby (3 events, 2 tree lightings, 1 drive-thru). 5 are free. 2 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Morganton (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Morganton: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Morganton?
Popular picks this season include Light Up Lenoir (Nov 19 – Nov 19), J. Iverson Riddle Parade and Lights, Lowes Foods Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting (Nov 20 – Nov 20) and Morganton Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides. In all, 7 displays are mapped in and around Morganton, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Morganton?
Free options include Light Up Lenoir, J. Iverson Riddle Parade and Lights, Lowes Foods Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting and Morganton Tree Lighting and Winter Carnival. 5 of the 7 displays near Morganton are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Morganton?
Yes. J. Iverson Riddle Parade and Lights (Free). 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 Morganton?
Yes. Morganton Tree Lighting and Winter Carnival and Hatley Memorial 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 Morganton?
The earliest Morganton-area displays turn on Nov 19, 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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