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Christmas Lights in Charleston, WV
The top places to see Christmas lights in Charleston this season are Salango Law Dirty Birds Light the Night (Nov 13 – Jan 3), St. Albans Festival of Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 26) and St. Albans Santa House (Nov 27 – Dec 23). We've mapped 4 displays in Charleston and 2 more nearby (2 events, 1 parade, 1 light show). 5 are free. 1 is synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.
Updated Nov 11, 2026
Near Charleston (within 25 miles)
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Christmas lights in Charleston: common questions
What are the best Christmas lights in Charleston?
Popular picks this season include Salango Law Dirty Birds Light the Night (Nov 13 – Jan 3), St. Albans Festival of Lights (Nov 27 – Dec 26), St. Albans Santa House (Nov 27 – Dec 23) and Charleston Christmas Parade (Dec 10 – Dec 10). In all, 6 displays are mapped in and around Charleston, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.
Where can I see free Christmas lights in Charleston?
Free options include St. Albans Festival of Lights, St. Albans Santa House, Charleston Christmas Parade and Holly Jolly Brawley. 5 of the 6 displays near Charleston are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.
Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Charleston?
Yes. St. Albans Festival of Lights (Free; donations of money or food accepted). 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 Charleston?
Yes. Salango Law Dirty Birds Light the Night. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.
When do Christmas lights start in Charleston?
The earliest Charleston-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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