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Christmas Lights in Wilkes-Barre, PA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Wilkes-Barre this season are Christmas Lights House (Prospect Ave and Orchard St) (From Dec 4), Lackawanna County Courthouse Square and Festival of Trees (From Dec 4) and Holiday Light Spectacular. We've mapped 2 displays in Wilkes-Barre and 15 more nearby (6 parades, 6 tree lightings, 2 home displays). 13 are free. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Wilkes-Barre (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Wilkes-Barre: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Wilkes-Barre?
Popular picks this season include Christmas Lights House (Prospect Ave and Orchard St) (From Dec 4), Lackawanna County Courthouse Square and Festival of Trees (From Dec 4), Holiday Light Spectacular and The Santa Parade (Nov 21 – Nov 21). In all, 17 displays are mapped in and around Wilkes-Barre, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Wilkes-Barre?
Free options include Christmas Lights House (Prospect Ave and Orchard St), Lackawanna County Courthouse Square and Festival of Trees, The Santa Parade and WEJL Tower Lighting Celebration. 13 of the 17 displays near Wilkes-Barre are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Wilkes-Barre?
Yes. Holiday Light Spectacular (Unknown). Drive-thru shows usually charge per car, and buying tickets online ahead of time is often faster.
When do Christmas lights start in Wilkes-Barre?
The earliest Wilkes-Barre-area displays turn on Nov 8, 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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