12/01/2025
Now that Thanksgiving is over, itās time to bring on Christmas!!
Hereās a curated roundup of the most popular and dazzling Christmas light displays shining across metro Atlanta and North Georgia this season. Take a little road trip with the family to enjoy a weekend adventure!
ATLANTA: Garden Lights, Holiday Nights ā Atlanta Botanical Garden: 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
Through Jan. 11, 2026
The gardenās signature light show returns with glowing orbs, tunnels of light, and choreographed displays throughout the skyline garden and Flower Walk ā a festive, walkable holiday lights experience in the heart of Midtown.
IllumiNights at the Zoo ā Atlanta Zoo, Grant Park: 800 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta
Select dates through Jan. 18
The zoo transforms into a glowing, lantern-lit wonderland with hundreds of illuminated wildlife sculptures and holiday displays ā a festive, magical experience for families and couples alike.
OUTSIDE ATLANTA
Lights of Life ā Marietta: 1269 Barclay Circle, Marietta
Nov. 27 ā Dec. 31, 2025
A 1.5-mile drive-through light show on the campus of Life University. Features over a million lights, a nativity scene, petting zoo, pony rides, a train ride, and seasonal concessions.
Lights of Joy ā Kennesaw: 1510 Ben King Rd NW, Kennesaw
Nov. 30 ā Dec. 28, 2025 (nightly 6ā10 p.m.)
Georgiaās largest residential holiday light display with over 1.2 million lights, synchronized music, "Tunnel of Joy," and themed light shows. A walk-through show thatās become a holiday tradition for many in the Atlanta area.
Magical Nights of Lights ā Lanier Islands, Buford
7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford
Mid-November 2025 ā Early January 2026
A drive-through light spectacle featuring animated displays, holiday scenes, a Christmas-themed village, fire pits and seasonal treats. Great for families or a cozy holiday drive.
Christmas in Lights ā Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawassee Fairgrounds, Lake Chatuge area, Hiawassee, GA
Nov. 27 - Dec. 23
A whimsical holiday lights walk through the fairgrounds with music, crafts, food, Santa visits, train rides and festive displays ā perfect for a mountain-town holiday outing.
RESIDENTIAL DISPLAYS
Dates and times for residential displays vary by home. Please check their website or page for more information before visiting. Please be respectful of their homes and the homes of their neighbors.
NORTH FULTON
PierceLights:370 Oak Terrace, Alpharetta
Tune to 89.7 FM to watch more than 56,000 lights and 15,000 pixels dance in a fully synchronized show. Donations support Wounded Warrior Project.
COBB COUNTY
Fox Family Christmas Lights: 2994 Clary Hill Ct., Roswell
More than 100,000 lights dance to music on 88.3 FM. Enjoy handmade animated features, snow machines and Santa visits on select nights. Donations benefit Childrenās Healthcare of Atlanta.
Lights of Joy: 1510 Ben King Rd. NW, Kennesaw
Walk among more than 1.2 million LED lights, including 246 illuminated trees and two towering mega trees. Admission is $5 per person; kids 12 and younger are free.
Rileyās Rockinā Christmas: 2008 Palladium Dr., Kennesaw
More than 60,000 LED lights are choreographed to holiday classics and family favorites. Donations support the Childrenās Burn Foundation.
Hrockin Hranicky Christmas Lights:
3848 Rivers Run Trace NW, Acworth
Celebrate the season at this synchronized musical display that features moving lights and dramatic pauses. Donations support Angels Among Us Pet Rescue.
DOUGLAS COUNTY
Christmas Lights at the Lovingoods: 503 Friendship Church Road, Douglasville
A walk-through holiday display that went viral in 2024, featuring thousands of lights, handmade cutouts, an outdoor mini-theater, costumed characters, popcorn, candy, hot cocoa and more.
PAULDING COUNTY
Felix Family Christmas Lights: 224 Oliver Overlook, Dallas
Celebrate 20 years of this animated display featuring Santa, the Peanuts gang, Frosty and more. Tune to 100.9 FM to enjoy synchronized music as both homes light up the street.
Daniell Family Lights: 290 Misty Hill Trail, Dallas
More than 13,000 lights shimmer in a fully synchronized show. Tune to 87.9 FM to enjoy the musical soundtrack from your vehicle.
Atkinson Family Christmas Lights:
18 Riverwood Landing, Dallas
Meet Bruce Spruce, the talking Christmas tree, and enjoy giant snowflakes, a 20-foot mega tree and an animated pixel screen. The Atkinson Family has promised to step it up this year. Tune to 99.1 FM for music.
Portwood Family Christmas Lights: 20 Valley Dr., Hiram
This massive family display features 150,000 lights and 130 inflatables, including a 40-foot Santa and 30-foot Grinch. Guests are encouraged to donate non-perishable food items.
The Wanks Family Christmas Lights:
74 Southwind Lane, Dallas
Enjoy a self-guided walk-through display featuring a 30-foot mega tree, Santaās sleigh for photos, and dozens of handmade holiday cutouts. Open through Dec. 28 with free admission nightly. Open MondayāThursday 6ā10 p.m. and FridayāSunday 6ā11 p.m.
GWINNETT COUNTY
Lights on Linstone: 2250 Linstone Lane, Grayson
Thousands of lights dance to music on 89.7 FM. Special appearances from Santa and the Grinch take place on select nights.
FAYETTE COUNTY
Gaddy Family Christmas Light Extravaganza
898 Sandy Creek Rd., Fayetteville
A 30-year drive-thru tradition featuring tunnels, inflatables and festive dƩcor. The annual Toys for Tots event returns Dec. 5.
Burton Christmas Lights:165 Stafford Court, Fayetteville
Thousands of lights cover the house and yard, synchronized to music on 101.9 FM. Visitors are asked to remain in their vehicles at all times.
SOUTH COBB / WEST METRO
Woodruff Family Christmas Lights:
5268 Seamus Way, Powder Springs
Enjoy the "Holiday Magic" show with dancing lights, inflatables and a new layout. Tune to 102.1 FM, including the "Purple Christmas" Prince tribute.
DEKALB / EAST METRO
A Whole LOT of Christmas: 1833 Smokerise Summit, Stone Mountain
A beloved walk-up display featuring Santa visits, themed lanes, animated gingerbread scenes and a Disney section. Donations support Make-A-Wish Georgia.
