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Christmas Lights in Xenia, OH

The top places to see Christmas lights in Xenia this season are ParkLights at Caesar Ford Park (From Dec 1), Woodland Lights (Nov 20 – Dec 30) and A Carillon Christmas / Tree of Light (Nov 24 – Dec 30). We've mapped 1 display in Xenia and 12 more nearby (5 tree lightings, 5 walk-thrus, 2 drive-thrus). 9 are free. 3 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 12, 2026

ParkLights at Caesar Ford Park

Drive-thru Β· Xenia, OH Β· Free

Opens soon

From Dec 1

Near Xenia (within 25 miles)

Legendary Lights at Clifton Mill

Walk-thru Β· Clifton, OH Β· $15 per person ages 4+ (2025)

Opens soon

8.9 miFrom Nov 27

Legendary Lights of Historic Clifton Mill

Walk-thru Β· Clifton, OH Β· $15 per person ages 4+; ages 3 and under free

Opens soon Music

8.9 miNov 27 – Dec 30

Kettering Mayor's Tree Lighting Celebration

Tree lighting Β· Kettering, OH Β· Free

Opens soon

17 miDec 4 – Dec 4

Woodland Lights

Walk-thru Β· Dayton, OH Β· Free in 2026 (Santa visits $10 per family)

Opens soon

19 miNov 20 – Dec 30

Deck the Diamond

Walk-thru Β· Dayton, OH Β· $13.50 general admission; $10 for season ticket holders; undated flex tickets

Opens soon Music

20 miNov 13 – Jan 2

A Carillon Christmas / Tree of Light

Walk-thru Β· Dayton, OH Β· Viewing the Tree of Light is free; park admission $14 adults, $12 ages 60+, $10 ages 3-17

Opens soon

20 miNov 24 – Dec 30

Dayton Holiday Festival Grande Illumination

Tree lighting Β· Dayton, OH Β· Free (not confirmed)

Opens soon

20 miDec 4 – Dec 4

A Carillon Christmas at Carillon Historical Park

Event Β· Dayton, OH Β· See website

Opens soon

20 miNov 24 – Dec 30

Winter Fest & Christmas Tree Lighting at Austin Landing

Tree lighting Β· Miamisburg, OH Β· Free (not confirmed)

Opens soon

22 miNov 14 – Nov 14

Tree Lighting at The Greene

Tree lighting Β· Beavercreek, OH Β· Free

13 mi

Kettering Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Kettering, OH Β· Free

17 mi

Deck the Diamond at Day Air Ballpark

Drive-thru Β· Dayton, OH Β· See event site

Music

20 mi

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Christmas lights in Xenia: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Xenia?

Popular picks this season include ParkLights at Caesar Ford Park (From Dec 1), Woodland Lights (Nov 20 – Dec 30), A Carillon Christmas / Tree of Light (Nov 24 – Dec 30) and Deck the Diamond (Nov 13 – Jan 2). In all, 13 displays are mapped in and around Xenia, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Xenia?

Free options include ParkLights at Caesar Ford Park, Woodland Lights, A Carillon Christmas / Tree of Light and Legendary Lights of Historic Clifton Mill. 9 of the 13 displays near Xenia are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

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

Yes. ParkLights at Caesar Ford Park (Free) and Deck the Diamond at Day Air Ballpark (See event site). 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 Xenia?

Yes. Deck the Diamond, Legendary Lights of Historic Clifton Mill and Deck the Diamond at Day Air Ballpark. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Xenia?

The earliest Xenia-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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