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Christmas Lights in Port Arthur, TX
The top places to see Christmas lights in Port Arthur this season are Christmas Strolls at Shangri La Botanical Gardens (Dec 1 – Dec 19), Christmas Around the World (Dec 5 – Jan 8) and A Very Marshy Christmas (Dec 12 – Dec 12). We've mapped 3 displays in Port Arthur and 19 more nearby (6 parades, 4 events, 4 neighborhoods). 17 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Port Arthur (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Port Arthur: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Port Arthur?
Popular picks this season include Christmas Strolls at Shangri La Botanical Gardens (Dec 1 – Dec 19), Christmas Around the World (Dec 5 – Jan 8), A Very Marshy Christmas (Dec 12 – Dec 12) and Port Arthur Holiday Parade (Dec 12 – Dec 12). In all, 22 displays are mapped in and around Port Arthur, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Port Arthur?
Free options include Christmas Around the World, A Very Marshy Christmas, Port Arthur Holiday Parade and Nederland Lighted Parade. 17 of the 22 displays near Port Arthur are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Port Arthur?
Yes. Magic of Lights at Ford Park (Per vehicle (amount not confirmed)). 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 Port Arthur?
Yes. Pine Forest Baptist Church synchronized light show. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Port Arthur?
The earliest Port Arthur-area displays turn on Dec 1, 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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