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Christmas Lights in Portland, OR
The top places to see Christmas lights in Portland this season are Winter Wonderland at Portland International Raceway (Nov 27 – Dec 31), ZooLights at the Oregon Zoo (From Nov 20) and The Grotto Christmas Festival of Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 30). We've mapped 7 displays in Portland and 15 more nearby (6 events, 5 tree lightings, 4 parades). 15 are free. 6 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Portland (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Portland: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Portland?
Popular picks this season include Winter Wonderland at Portland International Raceway (Nov 27 – Dec 31), ZooLights at the Oregon Zoo (From Nov 20), The Grotto Christmas Festival of Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 30) and Clackamas County Winter Fair and Holiday Market (From Nov 27). In all, 22 displays are mapped in and around Portland, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Portland?
Free options include Peacock Lane, Christmas Ships Parade, Pioneer Courthouse Square Tree Lighting and Tualatin Light Parades. 15 of the 22 displays near Portland are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Portland?
Yes. Winter Wonderland at Portland International Raceway (Per-vehicle ticket (see site for pricing)) and Lightopia: An Illuminated Journey (Free, no tickets or reservations (2025)). 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 Portland?
Yes. The Grotto Christmas Festival of Lights, Clackamas County Winter Fair and Holiday Market and Pioneer Courthouse Square Tree Lighting. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Portland?
The earliest Portland-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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