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Christmas Lights in Bethlehem, PA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Bethlehem 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 4 displays in Bethlehem and 17 more nearby (14 tree lightings, 3 events, 3 walk-thrus). 17 are free. 11 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Bethlehem (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Bethlehem: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Bethlehem?
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 Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem (Nov 13 – Dec 20). In all, 21 displays are mapped in and around Bethlehem, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Bethlehem?
Free options include Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem, Hellertown Light Up Night, Easton Winter Village and Christmas City Tree Lighting Ceremony. 17 of the 21 displays near Bethlehem are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Bethlehem?
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 Bethlehem?
Yes. Illumination at Jefferson Park, Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem and Christmas City Tree Lighting Ceremony. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Bethlehem?
The earliest Bethlehem-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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