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Christmas Lights in Murrells Inlet, SC
The top places to see Christmas lights in Murrells Inlet this season are MarshWalk Wonderland of Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 31), Nights of a Thousand Candles (Brookgreen Gardens) (Nov 27 – Jan 3) and Murrells Inlet Tree Lighting (Dec 5 – Dec 5). We've mapped 4 displays in Murrells Inlet and 9 more nearby (5 tree lightings, 4 parades, 2 walk-thrus). 10 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Murrells Inlet (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Murrells Inlet: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Murrells Inlet?
Popular picks this season include MarshWalk Wonderland of Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 31), Nights of a Thousand Candles (Brookgreen Gardens) (Nov 27 – Jan 3), Murrells Inlet Tree Lighting (Dec 5 – Dec 5) and Murrells Inlet Christmas Parade (Dec 6 – Dec 6). In all, 13 displays are mapped in and around Murrells Inlet, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Murrells Inlet?
Free options include MarshWalk Wonderland of Lights, Murrells Inlet Tree Lighting, Murrells Inlet Christmas Parade and Surfside Beach Tree Lighting. 10 of the 13 displays near Murrells Inlet are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Murrells Inlet?
Yes. Conway Celebration of Lights (Not listed). 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 Murrells Inlet?
Yes. City of Conway 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 Murrells Inlet?
The earliest Murrells Inlet-area displays turn on Nov 14, 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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