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Christmas Lights in College Station, TX
The top places to see Christmas lights in College Station this season are Christmas in the Park (Nov 26 – Jan 1), Santa's Wonderland (Nov 13 – Jan 3) and Merry & Bright, Maroon & White Holiday Stroll (Dec 6 – Dec 6). We've mapped 4 displays in College Station and 8 more nearby (4 events, 2 drive-thrus, 2 walk-thrus). 10 are free. 5 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near College Station (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in College Station: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in College Station?
Popular picks this season include Christmas in the Park (Nov 26 – Jan 1), Santa's Wonderland (Nov 13 – Jan 3), Merry & Bright, Maroon & White Holiday Stroll (Dec 6 – Dec 6) and Holiday Porch Stroll at Heritage Park (Dec 13 – Dec 13). In all, 12 displays are mapped in and around College Station, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in College Station?
Free options include Christmas in the Park, Merry & Bright, Maroon & White Holiday Stroll, Winter Wonderland at Travis Fields and Festival of Trees at The Kimbell. 10 of the 12 displays near College Station are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near College Station?
Yes. Christmas in the Park (Free) and Santa's Wonderland (Ticketed (prices on website)). 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 College Station?
Yes. Santa's Wonderland, Merry & Bright, Maroon & White Holiday Stroll and Holiday Magic at Sue Haswell Memorial 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 College Station?
The earliest College Station-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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