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Christmas Lights in Kent, WA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Kent 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 Kent and 27 more nearby (10 events, 6 tree lightings, 5 walk-thrus). 24 are free. 9 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Kent (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Kent: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Kent?
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, 29 displays are mapped in and around Kent, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Kent?
Free options include ZooLights at Point Defiance, Garden d'Lights, Garden d'Lights at Bellevue Botanical Garden and Tacoma Light Trail. 24 of the 29 displays near Kent are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Kent?
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 Kent?
Yes. Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park, Winter Bonsai Solstice at Pacific Bonsai Museum and Redmond Lights. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Kent?
The earliest Kent-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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