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Christmas Lights in Memphis, TN
The top places to see Christmas lights in Memphis this season are Starry Nights at Shelby Farms Park (Nov 21 – Jan 3), Deck the Diamond (Nov 21 – Jan 3) and Holiday Wonders at the Garden (Nov 27 – Dec 30). We've mapped 15 displays in Memphis and 12 more nearby (10 parades, 8 neighborhoods, 3 walk-thrus). 23 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Memphis (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Memphis: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Memphis?
Popular picks this season include Starry Nights at Shelby Farms Park (Nov 21 – Jan 3), Deck the Diamond (Nov 21 – Jan 3), Holiday Wonders at the Garden (Nov 27 – Dec 30) and Graceland Holiday Lighting Weekend (Nov 19 – Nov 21). In all, 27 displays are mapped in and around Memphis, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Memphis?
Free options include Holiday Wonders at the Garden, Graceland Holiday Lighting Weekend, Crosstown Concourse Holiday Tree and South Main Arts District Holiday Lights. 23 of the 27 displays near Memphis are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Memphis?
Yes. Starry Nights at Shelby Farms Park (Tickets required in advance; Glow Carts from $100; standard admission 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 Memphis?
Yes. Starry Nights at Shelby Farms Park. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Memphis?
The earliest Memphis-area displays turn on Nov 19, 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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