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Christmas Lights in Canton, OH

The top places to see Christmas lights in Canton this season are Holiday Lights at Stadium Park (Nov 19 – Jan 8), Nature's A-Glow (Dec 5 – Dec 30) and Holiday Lights in Silver Park (Nov 27 – Dec 31). We've mapped 3 displays in Canton and 19 more nearby (6 events, 5 walk-thrus, 4 drive-thrus). 15 are free. 8 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 11, 2026

First Friday - Yule Sleigh a Holly-Day

Event Β· Canton, OH Β· Free

Opens soon

Dec 4 – Dec 4

Holiday Lights at Stadium Park

Drive-thru Β· Canton, OH Β· Free

Opens soon

Nov 19 – Jan 8

Light Up Downtown Canton

Tree lighting Β· Canton, OH Β· Free

Opens soon Music

Dec 2 – Dec 2

Near Canton (within 25 miles)

Christmas in the Park (Richville)

Event Β· Navarre, OH Β· Free

Opens soon Music

6.3 miDec 4 – Dec 4

Manor House Open House at Quail Hollow

Event Β· Hartville, OH Β· $5 per person, $20 per family, cash only; ages 3 and under free

Opens soon

11 miDec 12 – Dec 12

Light Up Magnolia and Mill Open House

Event Β· Magnolia, OH Β· Not listed

Opens soon

11 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Winter Wonderfest

Walk-thru Β· Hartville, OH Β· Free

Opens soon Music

12 miNov 28 – Jan 2

Nature's A-Glow

Walk-thru Β· Alliance, OH Β· $10-13

Opens soon

12 miDec 5 – Dec 30

Merry Lights

Drive-thru Β· Louisville, OH Β· $25-35

Opens soon

12 miNov 28 – Dec 31

Christmas in Zoar

Event Β· Zoar, OH Β· $15 adults; free ages 12 and under

Opens soon Music

13 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Holiday Lights in Silver Park

Walk-thru Β· Alliance, OH Β· Free

Opens soon

16 miNov 27 – Dec 31

Welcome Santa Parade and Tree Lighting

Parade Β· Akron, OH Β· Free

Opens soon

20 miNov 27 – Nov 27

Akron Children's Holiday Tree Festival

Event Β· Akron, OH Β· Free

Opens soon

20 miNov 14 – Nov 22

Akron Zoo Wild Lights

Walk-thru Β· Akron, OH Β· Adults $20-$27, children $16-$23; members discounted

Opens soon

21 miNov 20 – Dec 27

Deck the Hall at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens

Walk-thru Β· Akron, OH Β· Ticketed

Opens soon

23 miNov 27 – Dec 30

Christmas at Clay's

Drive-thru Β· North Lawrence, OH Β· $20-$30 per car (older listing)

Music

12 mi

Lake Anna Holiday Light Display

Neighborhood Β· Barberton, OH Β· Free

19 mi

Elegant Illusions Christmas Drive Through Park

Drive-thru Β· Atwater, OH Β· See venue

19 mi

Wadsworth Griswold House

Home display Β· Wadsworth, OH Β· Free; donations accepted

23 mi

Igo's Griswold Light Show

Home display Β· North Benton, OH Β· Free

Music

23 mi

Jenkins Family Light Show

Home display Β· Wadsworth, OH Β· Free

Music

24 mi

Cuyahoga Falls Winterfest and Downtown Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Cuyahoga Falls, OH Β· Free

Music

24 mi

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Christmas lights in Canton: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Canton?

Popular picks this season include Holiday Lights at Stadium Park (Nov 19 – Jan 8), Nature's A-Glow (Dec 5 – Dec 30), Holiday Lights in Silver Park (Nov 27 – Dec 31) and Merry Lights (Nov 28 – Dec 31). In all, 22 displays are mapped in and around Canton, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Canton?

Free options include Holiday Lights at Stadium Park, Holiday Lights in Silver Park, Winter Wonderfest and First Friday - Yule Sleigh a Holly-Day. 15 of the 22 displays near Canton are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Canton?

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 Canton?

Yes. Winter Wonderfest, Christmas in Zoar and Christmas in the Park (Richville). Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Canton?

The earliest Canton-area displays turn on Nov 14, 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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