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Christmas Lights in Hermitage, TN
The top places to see Christmas lights in Hermitage this season are Holiday LIGHTS at Cheekwood (Nov 20 – Jan 3), Glow Wild at the Nashville Zoo (Nov 13 – Jan 3) and Glow Wild at Nashville Zoo (Nov 13 – Jan 3). We've mapped 1 display in Hermitage and 20 more nearby (9 parades, 4 walk-thrus, 3 tree lightings). 15 are free. 16 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Hermitage (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Hermitage: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Hermitage?
Popular picks this season include Holiday LIGHTS at Cheekwood (Nov 20 – Jan 3), Glow Wild at the Nashville Zoo (Nov 13 – Jan 3), Glow Wild at Nashville Zoo (Nov 13 – Jan 3) and The Dancing Lights of Christmas (Nov 7 – Jan 3). In all, 21 displays are mapped in and around Hermitage, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Hermitage?
Free options include Glow Wild at Nashville Zoo, ICE! featuring Home Alone at Gaylord Opryland, Franklin Christmas Parade and La Vergne Spirit of Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting. 15 of the 21 displays near Hermitage are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Hermitage?
Yes. The Dancing Lights of Christmas ($35 per family vehicle) and Chad's Winter Wonderland (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 Hermitage?
Yes. Holiday LIGHTS at Cheekwood, Glow Wild at the Nashville Zoo and The Dancing Lights of Christmas. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Hermitage?
The earliest Hermitage-area displays turn on Nov 6, 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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