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Christmas Lights in Oak Creek, WI

The top places to see Christmas lights in Oak Creek this season are Christmas Carnival of Lights (Nov 21 – Jan 30), Wild Lights at the Milwaukee County Zoo (Nov 20 – Dec 31) and Country Christmas Drive-Through (Nov 27 – Jan 2). We've mapped 1 display in Oak Creek and 16 more nearby (4 parades, 3 events, 3 neighborhoods). 14 are free. 3 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 11, 2026

Light the Square

Event Β· Oak Creek, WI Β· Free

Opens soon Music

Dec 4 – Dec 4

Near Oak Creek (within 25 miles)

Christmas at the Commons

Tree lighting Β· South Milwaukee, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

3.0 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Christmas Carnival of Lights

Drive-thru Β· Caledonia, WI Β· $30 per car Mon-Thu, $35 Fri-Sun (up to 8 people)

Opens soon Music

4.4 miNov 21 – Jan 30

Candy Cane Lane

Neighborhood Β· West Allis, WI Β· Free; donations to MACC Fund

Opens soon

8.6 miNov 27 – Dec 25

Christmas in the Ward

Event Β· Milwaukee, WI Β· Free (not confirmed)

Opens soon

9.1 miDec 4 – Dec 4

West Allis Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting

Parade Β· West Allis, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

9.3 miDec 5 – Dec 5

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival

Event Β· Milwaukee, WI Β· Free (not confirmed)

Opens soon

10.0 miNov 19 – Jan 1

Wild Lights at the Milwaukee County Zoo

Walk-thru Β· Milwaukee, WI Β· Early bird $15 adult/child through Nov 15 (regular price not listed), under 3 free; includes parking

Opens soon

11 miNov 20 – Dec 31

Whitefish Bay Holiday Stroll, Parade and Tree Lighting

Parade Β· Whitefish Bay, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

15 miNov 27 – Nov 27

Town of Brookfield Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Brookfield, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

16 miNov 21 – Nov 21

Waukesha Christmas Parade

Parade Β· Waukesha, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

18 miDec 6 – Dec 6

Country Christmas Drive-Through

Drive-thru Β· Pewaukee, WI Β· $30 per car weekdays, $35 Fri-Sat

Opens soon

21 miNov 27 – Jan 2

Menomonee Falls Christmas Parade

Parade Β· Menomonee Falls, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

21 miNov 29 – Nov 29

University Avenue Holiday Lights

Neighborhood Β· Madison, WI Β· Free

9.7 mi

Miller Valley Holiday Lites

Light show Β· Milwaukee, WI Β· Free

Music

10 mi

Santa Street

Neighborhood Β· Whitefish Bay, WI Β· Free

15 mi

Winter Glow at Brown Deer Park

Walk-thru Β· Brown Deer, WI Β· Not listed

18 mi

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Christmas lights in Oak Creek: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Oak Creek?

Popular picks this season include Christmas Carnival of Lights (Nov 21 – Jan 30), Wild Lights at the Milwaukee County Zoo (Nov 20 – Dec 31), Country Christmas Drive-Through (Nov 27 – Jan 2) and Light the Square (Dec 4 – Dec 4). In all, 17 displays are mapped in and around Oak Creek, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Oak Creek?

Free options include Wild Lights at the Milwaukee County Zoo, Light the Square, Candy Cane Lane and Christmas in the Ward. 14 of the 17 displays near Oak Creek are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near Oak Creek?

Yes. Christmas Carnival of Lights ($30 per car Mon-Thu, $35 Fri-Sun (up to 8 people)) and Country Christmas Drive-Through ($30 per car weekdays, $35 Fri-Sat). 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 Oak Creek?

Yes. Christmas Carnival of Lights, Light the Square and Miller Valley Holiday Lites. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Oak Creek?

The earliest Oak Creek-area displays turn on Nov 19, 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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