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Christmas Lights in Norfolk, VA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Norfolk this season are Dominion Energy Garden of Lights (Nov 6 – Jan 3), WinterFest on the Wisconsin (Nov 13 – Jan 2) and Christmas in the Country at Triple R Ranch (Dec 4 – Dec 19). We've mapped 2 displays in Norfolk and 20 more nearby (5 walk-thrus, 5 events, 4 tree lightings). 15 are free. 5 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Norfolk (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Norfolk: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Norfolk?
Popular picks this season include Dominion Energy Garden of Lights (Nov 6 – Jan 3), WinterFest on the Wisconsin (Nov 13 – Jan 2), Christmas in the Country at Triple R Ranch (Dec 4 – Dec 19) and Holiday Trail of Lights (Nov 20 – Jan 3). In all, 22 displays are mapped in and around Norfolk, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Norfolk?
Free options include WinterFest on the Wisconsin, Christmas in the Country at Triple R Ranch, Festival of Lights at Sleepy Hole Park and Winter Nature Nights at the Virginia Living Museum. 15 of the 22 displays near Norfolk are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Norfolk?
Yes. Christmas in the Country at Triple R Ranch (Drive-thru free; Meal with Santa $15-$35), Festival of Lights at Sleepy Hole Park (Free) and Suffolk Festival of Lights (Free). 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 Norfolk?
Yes. Dominion Energy Garden of Lights, Holiday Trail of Lights and Christmas Light Trail Ride. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Norfolk?
The earliest Norfolk-area displays turn on Nov 6, 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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