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Christmas Lights in Port Orchard, WA

The top places to see Christmas lights in Port Orchard this season are 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). We've mapped 1 display in Port Orchard and 31 more nearby (10 events, 9 tree lightings, 5 walk-thrus). 29 are free. 6 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 12, 2026

Holiday on the Bay and Tree Lighting (Port Orchard)

Tree lighting · Port Orchard, WA · Free

Near Port Orchard (within 25 miles)

Poulsbo Lighted Ships Parade

Parade · Poulsbo, WA · Free

Opens soon

14 miDec 12 – Dec 12

Argosy Christmas Ship Festival

Parade · Seattle, WA · Free to watch from shore; cruise tickets sold by Argosy

Opens soon Music

14 miNov 27 – Dec 23

Christmas Ship Parade of Boats

Parade · Seattle, WA · Free to watch from shore

Opens soon Music

14 miDec 11 – Dec 11

WildLanterns at Woodland Park Zoo

Walk-thru · Seattle, WA · Ticketed; one listing says about $55 adult, $49 child (varies by date); members 20% off

Opens soon

16 miNov 13 – Jan 17

ZooLights at Point Defiance

Walk-thru · Tacoma, WA · $16 to $22 ages 3+, ages 2 and under free; timed tickets required online

Opens soon

17 miNov 27 – Jan 3

Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

Walk-thru · Tacoma, WA · About $16-$22 per person (third-party figure); timed tickets required

Opens soon

18 miNov 27 – Jan 3

Clam Lights Opening Night and Tree Lighting

Tree lighting · Renton, WA · Free

Opens soon Music

20 miDec 4 – Dec 4

Renton Clam Lights

Event · Renton, WA · Free

Opens soon

20 miDec 5 – Jan 3

Renton's Clam Lights

Event · Renton, WA · Free

Opens soon

20 miDec 4 – Jan 3

Kent Winterfest Tree Lighting Festival & Parade

Tree lighting · Kent, WA

Opens soon

22 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Garden d'Lights

Walk-thru · Bellevue, WA · $10 ages 11+; $5 select nights; 10 and under free

Opens soon

22 miNov 28 – Jan 3

Garden d'Lights at Bellevue Botanical Garden

Walk-thru · Bellevue, WA · $10 ages 11+, $5 on select weeknights, free 10 and under

Opens soon

22 miNov 28 – Jan 3

Tacoma Light Trail

Event · Tacoma, WA · Free

Opens soon

22 miDec 31 – Jan 17

Winter Bonsai Solstice at Pacific Bonsai Museum

Event · Federal Way, WA · Free

Opens soon Music

23 miDec 12 – Dec 12

Magic in Manette

Event · Bremerton, WA · Free

2.3 mi

Bremerton Yacht Club Lighted Boat Parade

Parade · Bremerton, WA · Free

3.7 mi

Candy Cane Lane

Neighborhood · Seattle, WA · Free; food bank donations encouraged

4.0 mi

Manchester Tree Lighting and Sing-Along

Tree lighting · Manchester, WA · Free

4.5 mi

Silverdale Tree Lighting

Tree lighting · Silverdale, WA · Free

7.9 mi

Festive Nights & Holiday Lights Bainbridge Island

Event · Bainbridge Island, WA · Free

8.1 mi

Menashe House

Home display · Seattle, WA · Free; donations to West Seattle Food Bank encouraged

11 mi

Poulsbo Tree Lighting

Tree lighting · Poulsbo, WA · Free

13 mi

Julefest in Poulsbo

Event · Poulsbo, WA · Free to attend

13 mi

Olympic Manor Christmas Lights

Neighborhood · Seattle, WA · Free

14 mi

Seattle Center Winterfest

Event · Seattle, WA · Free

15 mi

Downtown Seattle Tree Lighting at Westlake Center

Tree lighting · Seattle, WA · Free

Music

15 mi
19 mi

Tree Lighting on Small Business Saturday

Tree lighting · Renton, WA · Free treats; ornament kit for first 75 kids

21 mi

Battle of the Badges: Holiday Lights

Event · Renton, WA · Free; food bank donation requested

22 mi

Federal Way Holiday Tree Lighting

Tree lighting · Federal Way, WA · Free

Music

22 mi

Google Lights

Event · Kirkland, WA · Free; food donations accepted

22 mi

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Christmas lights in Port Orchard: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Port Orchard?

Popular picks this season include Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium (Nov 27 – Jan 3), ZooLights at Point Defiance (Nov 27 – Jan 3), Garden d'Lights (Nov 28 – Jan 3) and Garden d'Lights at Bellevue Botanical Garden (Nov 28 – Jan 3). In all, 32 displays are mapped in and around Port Orchard, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Port Orchard?

Free options include ZooLights at Point Defiance, Garden d'Lights, Garden d'Lights at Bellevue Botanical Garden and Tacoma Light Trail. 29 of the 32 displays near Port Orchard are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Port Orchard?

Yes. Winter Bonsai Solstice at Pacific Bonsai Museum, Clam Lights Opening Night and Tree Lighting and Argosy Christmas Ship Festival. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Port Orchard?

The earliest Port Orchard-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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