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Christmas Lights in Federal Way, WA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Federal Way 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 2 displays in Federal Way and 28 more nearby (9 events, 7 tree lightings, 5 walk-thrus). 25 are free. 8 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Federal Way (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Federal Way: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Federal Way?
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, 30 displays are mapped in and around Federal Way, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Federal Way?
Free options include ZooLights at Point Defiance, Garden d'Lights, Garden d'Lights at Bellevue Botanical Garden and Winter Bonsai Solstice at Pacific Bonsai Museum. 25 of the 30 displays near Federal Way are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Federal Way?
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 Federal Way?
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 Federal Way?
The earliest Federal Way-area displays turn on Nov 13, 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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