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Christmas Lights in Auburn, WA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Auburn this season are Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park (Nov 27 – Jan 3), Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium (Nov 27 – Jan 3) and ZooLights at Point Defiance (Nov 27 – Jan 3). We've mapped 3 displays in Auburn and 17 more nearby (6 events, 5 tree lightings, 4 walk-thrus). 16 are free. 6 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Auburn (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Auburn: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Auburn?
Popular picks this season include Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park (Nov 27 – Jan 3), Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium (Nov 27 – Jan 3), ZooLights at Point Defiance (Nov 27 – Jan 3) and Garden d'Lights (Nov 28 – Jan 3). In all, 20 displays are mapped in and around Auburn, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Auburn?
Free options include ZooLights at Point Defiance, Garden d'Lights, Garden d'Lights at Bellevue Botanical Garden and Tacoma Light Trail. 16 of the 20 displays near Auburn are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Auburn?
Yes. Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park ($20 to $30 per vehicle depending on date). 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 Auburn?
Yes. Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park, Winter Bonsai Solstice at Pacific Bonsai Museum and Clam Lights Opening Night and Tree Lighting. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Auburn?
The earliest Auburn-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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