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Christmas Lights in Wilmington, NC
The top places to see Christmas lights in Wilmington this season are Enchanted Airlie (Nov 27 – Dec 21), Downtown Wilmington Holiday Drone Show (Dec 12 – Dec 12) and Leland in Lights (Nov 21 – Jan 3). We've mapped 6 displays in Wilmington and 7 more nearby (3 events, 3 light shows, 3 parades). 10 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Wilmington (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Wilmington: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Wilmington?
Popular picks this season include Enchanted Airlie (Nov 27 – Dec 21), Downtown Wilmington Holiday Drone Show (Dec 12 – Dec 12), Leland in Lights (Nov 21 – Jan 3) and Dashing Thru The Glow (Dec 12 – Dec 12). In all, 13 displays are mapped in and around Wilmington, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Wilmington?
Free options include Downtown Wilmington Holiday Drone Show, Leland in Lights, Wrightsville Beach Holiday Kick Off and Tree Lighting and NC Holiday Flotilla. 10 of the 13 displays near Wilmington are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Wilmington?
Yes. Enchanted Airlie. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Wilmington?
The earliest Wilmington-area displays turn on Nov 21, 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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