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Christmas Lights in Arlington, WA

The top places to see Christmas lights in Arlington this season are The Lights of Christmas at Warm Beach (Nov 27 – Dec 27), Wintertide Holiday Celebration and Everett Tree Lighting (Nov 27 – Nov 27) and Wintertide Lights at Evergreen Arboretum. We've mapped 1 display in Arlington and 8 more nearby (3 events, 2 tree lightings, 2 drive-thrus). 5 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 12, 2026

Lavender in Lights

Event Β· Arlington, WA Β· Free; items for purchase

Near Arlington (within 25 miles)

The Lights of Christmas at Warm Beach

Drive-thru Β· Stanwood, WA Β· Drive-thru $20-$40 per vehicle; walk-through $16-$35 (listings differ)

Opens soon

9.3 miNov 27 – Dec 27

Wintertide Holiday Celebration and Everett Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Everett, WA Β· Free

Opens soon

14 miNov 27 – Nov 27

Merrysville Electric Lights Parade

Parade Β· Marysville, WA

6.2 mi

The Lights of Christmas

Drive-thru Β· Stanwood, WA Β· Advance tickets required

Music

9.4 mi

Wintertide Lights at Pacific Rim Plaza

Event Β· Everett, WA Β· Free

12 mi

Downtown Everett Christmas tree and snowflakes

Event Β· Everett, WA Β· Free

14 mi

Wintertide Lights at Evergreen Arboretum

Walk-thru Β· Everett, WA Β· Free, donations welcome

14 mi

Snohomish Santa Arrival and Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Snohomish, WA

18 mi

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Christmas lights in Arlington: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Arlington?

Popular picks this season include The Lights of Christmas at Warm Beach (Nov 27 – Dec 27), Wintertide Holiday Celebration and Everett Tree Lighting (Nov 27 – Nov 27), Wintertide Lights at Evergreen Arboretum and The Lights of Christmas. In all, 9 displays are mapped in and around Arlington, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Arlington?

Free options include Wintertide Holiday Celebration and Everett Tree Lighting, Wintertide Lights at Evergreen Arboretum, Lavender in Lights and Downtown Everett Christmas tree and snowflakes. 5 of the 9 displays near Arlington are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Arlington?

Yes. The Lights of Christmas at Warm Beach (Drive-thru $20-$40 per vehicle; walk-through $16-$35 (listings differ)) and The Lights of Christmas (Advance tickets required). 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 Arlington?

Yes. The Lights of Christmas. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Arlington?

The earliest Arlington-area displays turn on Nov 27, 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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