The holiday season in Northeast Columbus and Central Ohio comes alive with dazzling light displays that bring joy to all ages! Holiday lights have a special magic that evokes childhood memories while creating new ones for families and friends. Whether you're seeing the wonder through the eyes of a toddler or soaking in the festive ambiance as an adult, these glowing displays are the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit.
Looking for the best spots to enjoy the magic of holiday lights around Columbus? From neighborhood light-ups to grand tree-lighting events, we’ve gathered all the must-see locations and dates to make your season shine!
Wonderlights Christmas
WonderLight Productions is bringing WonderLight's Christmas back to the greater Columbus area for the 2025 season! Come see over 1 million LED lights synchronized to traditional and newer, rocking Christmas music played through your own car stereo. Pack your vehicle full of friends and family to continue this heart-warming Christmas tradition with us this year!
November 14, 2025 - January 4, 2026
5:30 P.M. - 10:00 P.M.
OPEN NIGHTLY -INCLUDING HOLIDAYS!!
Light Up Nights and Tree Lightings: (updated 11/21/2025)
November 14
November 14
Easton Square Holiday Tree Show
November 223
Creekside Holiday Light Celebration
New Albany Holiday Tree Lighting
November 30
December 2
December 4
Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting
December 5
Pickerington Holiday Gathering and Christmas Tree Lighting
Reynoldsburg: Tree Lighting Ceremony
Westerville: Holiday Parade of Lights and Tree Lighting
December 6
Town Hall Short North Holiday Hop and Tree Lighting
Sunbury Christmas Tree Lighting
December 7
December 11
Lancaster Winterfest and Tree Lighting
Ongoing Holiday Light Displays
Franklin Park Conservatory Aglow
Easton's Grand Illumination, Tree Show, and Carriage Rides
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Wildlights
Columbus Commons Holiday Lights
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For more holiday light shows and festive activities, check out our sister site, NW Columbus Macaroni Kid, where we feature even more Light Up Nights and Christmas events across the area.
