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Christmas Lights in Allentown, PA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Allentown this season are Lights in the Parkway (Nov 27 – Jan 6), Illumination at Jefferson Park (Nov 13 – Jan 2) and Winter Light Spectacular at the Lehigh Valley Zoo (From Nov 13). We've mapped 5 displays in Allentown and 16 more nearby (14 tree lightings, 3 walk-thrus, 3 events). 17 are free. 11 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Allentown (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Allentown: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Allentown?
Popular picks this season include Lights in the Parkway (Nov 27 – Jan 6), Illumination at Jefferson Park (Nov 13 – Jan 2), Winter Light Spectacular at the Lehigh Valley Zoo (From Nov 13) and Hellertown Light Up Night (Dec 4 – Dec 4). In all, 21 displays are mapped in and around Allentown, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Allentown?
Free options include Hellertown Light Up Night, Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem, Easton Winter Village and Downtown Allentown Tree Lighting. 17 of the 21 displays near Allentown are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Allentown?
Yes. Lights in the Parkway ($16 per standard vehicle; $26 per commercial vehicle (advance online tickets only)). 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 Allentown?
Yes. Illumination at Jefferson Park, Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem and Downtown Allentown 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 Allentown?
The earliest Allentown-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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