The top places to see Christmas lights in Akron this season are Akron Zoo Wild Lights (Nov 20 – Dec 27), Deck the Hall at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (Nov 27 – Dec 30) and Holiday Lights at Stadium Park (Nov 19 – Jan 8). We've mapped 4 displays in Akron and 31 more nearby (9 home displays, 8 events, 6 drive-thrus). 25 are free. 13 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
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Christmas lights in Akron: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Akron?
Popular picks this season include Akron Zoo Wild Lights (Nov 20 – Dec 27), Deck the Hall at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (Nov 27 – Dec 30), Holiday Lights at Stadium Park (Nov 19 – Jan 8) and Nature's A-Glow (Dec 5 – Dec 30). In all, 35 displays are mapped in and around Akron, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Akron?
Free options include Holiday Lights at Stadium Park, Winter Wonderfest, Akron Children's Holiday Tree Festival and Christmas in the Park (Richville). 25 of the 35 displays near Akron are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Akron?
Yes. Holiday Lights at Stadium Park (Free), Merry Lights ($25-35) and Christmas at Clay's ($20-$30 per car (older listing)). 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 Akron?
Yes. Winter Wonderfest, Christmas in the Park (Richville) and Light Up Downtown Canton. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Akron?
The earliest Akron-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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