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Christmas Lights in Sylvania, OH
The top places to see Christmas lights in Sylvania this season are Lights Before Christmas at the Toledo Zoo (Nov 20 – Dec 31), Hensville Lights and Tree Lighting (Nov 26 – Dec 31) and Holidays at the Manor House (Dec 5 – Dec 13). We've mapped 2 displays in Sylvania and 14 more nearby (5 parades, 4 tree lightings, 2 neighborhoods). 15 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Sylvania (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Sylvania: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Sylvania?
Popular picks this season include Lights Before Christmas at the Toledo Zoo (Nov 20 – Dec 31), Hensville Lights and Tree Lighting (Nov 26 – Dec 31), Holidays at the Manor House (Dec 5 – Dec 13) and Gather and Give Back Holiday Open House and Streetscape Lighting (Nov 21 – Nov 21). In all, 16 displays are mapped in and around Sylvania, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Sylvania?
Free options include Lights Before Christmas at the Toledo Zoo, Hensville Lights and Tree Lighting, Holidays at the Manor House and Gather and Give Back Holiday Open House and Streetscape Lighting. 15 of the 16 displays near Sylvania are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Sylvania?
Yes. Lucas County Holiday Spectacular (Per carload; 2024 online $15-$20). 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 Sylvania?
Yes. Lucas County Holiday Spectacular. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Sylvania?
The earliest Sylvania-area displays turn on Nov 20, 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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