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Christmas Lights in Henrico, VA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Henrico this season are Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights (Nov 23 – Jan 3), Light Up the Tracks (Nov 21 – Jan 1) and CarMax Tacky Light Run (Dec 12 – Dec 12). We've mapped 1 display in Henrico and 12 more nearby (4 parades, 4 events, 2 tree lightings). 9 are free. 3 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Henrico (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Henrico: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Henrico?
Popular picks this season include Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights (Nov 23 – Jan 3), Light Up the Tracks (Nov 21 – Jan 1), CarMax Tacky Light Run (Dec 12 – Dec 12) and The Jefferson Hotel Holiday Tree and Decorations (Nov 30 – Jan 3). In all, 13 displays are mapped in and around Henrico, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Henrico?
Free options include Light Up the Tracks, The Jefferson Hotel Holiday Tree and Decorations, Henrico Holiday Express Tour and Colonial Heights Christmas Parade. 9 of the 13 displays near Henrico are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Henrico?
Yes. Colonial Heights Christmas Parade, Dominion Energy Christmas Parade and Discover Richmond Tacky Lights Bus Tour. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Henrico?
The earliest Henrico-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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