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Christmas Lights in West Allis, WI

The top places to see Christmas lights in West Allis 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 2 displays in West Allis and 19 more nearby (5 parades, 5 events, 3 neighborhoods). 16 are free. 3 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 11, 2026

Candy Cane Lane

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

Opens soon

Nov 27 – Dec 25

West Allis Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting

Parade Β· West Allis, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

Dec 5 – Dec 5

Near West Allis (within 25 miles)

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

2.4 miNov 20 – Dec 31

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival

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

Opens soon

6.4 miNov 19 – Jan 1

Christmas in the Ward

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

Opens soon

6.6 miDec 4 – Dec 4

Town of Brookfield Tree Lighting

Tree lighting Β· Brookfield, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

7.1 miNov 21 – Nov 21

Light the Square

Event Β· Oak Creek, WI Β· Free

Opens soon Music

8.9 miDec 4 – Dec 4

Waukesha Christmas Parade

Parade Β· Waukesha, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

10 miDec 6 – Dec 6

Whitefish Bay Holiday Stroll, Parade and Tree Lighting

Parade Β· Whitefish Bay, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

10 miNov 27 – Nov 27

Christmas at the Commons

Tree lighting Β· South Milwaukee, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

11 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

13 miNov 21 – Jan 30

Country Christmas Drive-Through

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

Opens soon

13 miNov 27 – Jan 2

Menomonee Falls Christmas Parade

Parade Β· Menomonee Falls, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

13 miNov 29 – Nov 29

Germantown Christmas Festival Parade and Tree Lighting

Parade Β· Germantown, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

17 miNov 14 – Nov 14

Cedarburg Luminaries and Trolley Rides

Event Β· Cedarburg, WI Β· Not listed

Opens soon

20 miNov 20 – Dec 18

Illuminate Ozaukee

Drive-thru Β· Cedarburg, WI Β· Suggested $20 per vehicle

Opens soon

20 miDec 3 – Dec 23

Waukesha Night of Lights

Event Β· Waukesha, WI Β· Free

Opens soon

22 miDec 4 – Dec 4

Miller Valley Holiday Lites

Light show Β· Milwaukee, WI Β· Free

Music

4.5 mi

University Avenue Holiday Lights

Neighborhood Β· Madison, WI Β· Free

4.6 mi

Santa Street

Neighborhood Β· Whitefish Bay, WI Β· Free

9.9 mi

Winter Glow at Brown Deer Park

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

12 mi

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Christmas lights in West Allis: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in West Allis?

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 Illuminate Ozaukee (Dec 3 – Dec 23). In all, 21 displays are mapped in and around West Allis, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in West Allis?

Free options include Wild Lights at the Milwaukee County Zoo, Candy Cane Lane, Light the Square and Christmas in the Ward. 16 of the 21 displays near West Allis are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Is there a drive-thru Christmas light show near West Allis?

Yes. Christmas Carnival of Lights ($30 per car Mon-Thu, $35 Fri-Sun (up to 8 people)), Country Christmas Drive-Through ($30 per car weekdays, $35 Fri-Sat) and Illuminate Ozaukee (Suggested $20 per vehicle). 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 West Allis?

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 West Allis?

The earliest West Allis-area displays turn on Nov 14, 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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