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Christmas Lights in El Paso, TX
The top places to see Christmas lights in El Paso this season are WinterFest El Paso (Nov 21 – Jan 3), The Lights at San Jacinto Plaza (From Nov 21) and The Lights at Cleveland Square Park (From Nov 21). We've mapped 11 displays in El Paso and 1 more nearby (5 events, 3 drive-thrus, 2 neighborhoods). 9 are free. 9 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near El Paso (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in El Paso: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in El Paso?
Popular picks this season include WinterFest El Paso (Nov 21 – Jan 3), The Lights at San Jacinto Plaza (From Nov 21), The Lights at Cleveland Square Park (From Nov 21) and The Rink at WinterFest (Nov 21 – Jan 3). In all, 12 displays are mapped in and around El Paso, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in El Paso?
Free options include WinterFest El Paso, The Lights at San Jacinto Plaza, The Lights at Cleveland Square Park and Scherr Legate Lights Parade. 9 of the 12 displays near El Paso are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near El Paso?
Yes. Lights on the Lake (Free (2025)), Sun City Lights (Not published) and Magic of Lights (Per-vehicle ticket). 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 El Paso?
Yes. WinterFest El Paso, The Lights at San Jacinto Plaza and The Lights at Cleveland Square 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 El Paso?
The earliest El Paso-area displays turn on Nov 21, 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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