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Christmas Lights in Tacoma, WA
The top places to see Christmas lights in Tacoma this season are Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium (Nov 27 – Jan 3), ZooLights at Point Defiance (Nov 27 – Jan 3) and Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park (Nov 27 – Jan 3). We've mapped 3 displays in Tacoma and 32 more nearby (12 events, 7 tree lightings, 5 home displays). 30 are free. 9 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 12, 2026
Near Tacoma (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Tacoma: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Tacoma?
Popular picks this season include Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium (Nov 27 – Jan 3), ZooLights at Point Defiance (Nov 27 – Jan 3), Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park (Nov 27 – Jan 3) and Tacoma Light Trail (Dec 31 – Jan 17). In all, 35 displays are mapped in and around Tacoma, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Tacoma?
Free options include ZooLights at Point Defiance, Tacoma Light Trail, Lacey Holiday Lights at Huntamer Park and Winter Bonsai Solstice at Pacific Bonsai Museum. 30 of the 35 displays near Tacoma are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Tacoma?
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 Tacoma?
Yes. Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park, Lacey Holiday Lights at Huntamer Park (tune to Tune car radio to the frequency posted on park signs for the music-synced display) and Winter Bonsai Solstice at Pacific Bonsai Museum. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Tacoma?
The earliest Tacoma-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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