12+ Best Drive-Thru Christmas Light Displays in Florida
Are you looking for the best drive-thru Christmas light displays in Florida? We have collected some fantastic options for you.
Christmas light displays are abundant throughout Florida. These particular displays have drive-thru experiences, and some may have other holiday festivities going on at the same time.
Enjoy these holiday events — featuring Christmas villages, live entertainment, hot chocolate, and larger-than-life light installations.
Each place features the best holiday lights and fun for the entire family during this wonderful time of the year.
Northwest Florida
Sowell’s North Pole Christmas Light Display – Milton
When: November 29th through December 26th, 2025
Where: Sowell Farms, 7650 Sowell Rd, Milton, FL 32570
More information: Sowell’s North Pole Christmas Light Display is a family-friendly event full of holiday cheer.
There is a drive-thru wonderland of lights with over one million Christmas lights on display.
There are also photo ops with Santa Claus, train rides, camel rides, an elf shack, popcorn, hot cocoa, and more.
CASH ONLY is accepted at the gate. The cost to get in is $20 per car. Train rides are an additional $2 per person.
It’s a perfect Christmas season event for the entire family.
Learn more about the event from Sowell’s North Pole on Facebook.
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North Central Florida
Suwannee Lights – Live Oak
When: November 28th, 2025, through December 30th, 2025, from 6 pm to 10 pm
Where: Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park and Campground (“Suwanneeville”), 3076 95th Dr, Live Oak, FL 32060
More information: The Spirit of Suwannee Music Park is the site of Suwannee Lights, the perfect event to get you in the holiday spirit.
The light experience includes 10 million lights with both drive-thru and walk-thru options.
Thursdays through Sundays, kids can meet Santa Claus in the Country Store.
Suwannee Lights also has campfires, s’mores, and caroling in addition to the holiday light show. Plus, you
Learn more about the event from Suwannee Lights.
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Light Up Your Holidays – Tallahassee
When: November 28th, 2025, through January 1st, 2026, Weekdays from 6 – 10 pm, and weekends from 5:30 – 11 pm, weather permitting.
Where: Dorothy B. Oven Park, 3205 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee, FL 32308
More information: Light Up Your Holidays in Tallahassee! Dorothy B. Oven Park offers visitors a mesmerizing display of Christmas lights. It runs nightly through New Year’s Day.
Drive through this magical experience with your lights off and windows down to fully immerse yourself in the holiday spirit.
In addition, be sure to check out Elf Night on December 19th, from 5:30 – 8 pm. It’s an opportunity to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies.
Vehicles are not allowed to drive thru or use the parking lot on Elf Night. Parking is available next door at the Thomasville Road Baptist Church.
The holiday light display and Elf Night are free and open to the public.
Learn more about the event from the Visit Tallahassee website.
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Northeast Florida
Nights of Lights in St. Augustine
When: November 15th, 2025 through January 11th, 2026
Where: Historic St. Augustine, 170 St George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084
More information: The city of St. Augustine is adorned with over three million lights for just over two months.
During the display, local businesses stay open later to allow dining and viewing of the lights.
You can also board a train or trolley for a special tour of all of the lights.
Learn more about the event from the Visit St. Augustine website.
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Central West Florida
Celebration of Lights at The Concourse – Shady Hills
When: Select dates, November 28th through December 27th, 2025
Where: The Concourse, 11919 Alric Pottberg Rd, Shady Hills, FL 34610
More information: Celebration of Lights at the Concourse is a fun, special event with a drive-thru light display.
You can also park and board a train to Safety Town, which includes more holiday lights, or walk the same path.
There is a Christmas village waiting for you at Safety Town, with tons more lights and, of course, Santa Claus and his helpers.
Learn more about the event at Celebration Lights of Florida.
Central Florida
The Wonderland of Lights/America’s Christmas Village – Auburndale
When: December 4th through the 7th, 11th through the 14th, and 18th through the 28th, 2025
Where: 1052 US-92, Auburndale, FL 33823
More information: Auburndale hosts one of the biggest holiday events in Central Florida with The Wonderland of Lights & America’s Christmas Village.
There is a gorgeous drive-thru Christmas lights display, in addition to a bunch of fun family activities.
The Christmas Village has games, crafts, and entertainment, as well as food and drink options.
Meet Santa and be dazzled by the light shows and holiday music at this exciting event.
Learn more about the event on The Wonderland of Lights Website.
Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular
When: December 13th, 2025
Where: Florida Horse Park, 11851 Southwest 16th Ave, Ocala, FL 34480
More information: The Ocala Christmas Light Spectacular is a fun holiday event hosted by Florida Horse Park.
The drive-thru Christmas light show is nearly 2 miles long, with Christmas music you can tune into using your car’s radio (K Country 93.7).
The event also has walk-thru areas, food trucks, and ice skating.
On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, the park has the following:
- Santa Land
- Family-friendly event with train rides
- Live music
- Kids’ activities
- Free visits with Santa
Learn more about the event on the Ocala Christmas Website.
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Central East Florida
Magic of Lights – Daytona
When: November 21st, 2025, through January 3rd, 2026
Where: Daytona International Speedway, 1801 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona, FL 32114
More information: Magic of Lights at Daytona International Speedway is a festive drive-thru holiday lights experience.
It features holiday scenes and characters with LED lights and digital animations.
The best part? You can view it all from the comfort of your car.
Each ticket to this event benefits AdventHealth facilities in Volusia and Flagler counties.
Learn more about the event from Magic of Lights.
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Southeast Florida
Holiday Fantasy of Lights – Coconut Creek
When: November 22nd, 2025 through January 3rd, 2026
Where: Tradewinds Park, 3600 W Sample Rd, Coconut Creek, FL 33073
More information: Holiday Fantasy of Lights is an annual South Florida event with a 3-mile-long drive-thru of Christmas light displays.
The drive-thru is open every night, including Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Enjoy exciting, larger-than-life displays spread throughout the park during this fun local tradition.
This is the 30th year for the Holiday Fantasy of Lights in Coconut Creek.
Learn more about the event from the Holiday Lights Drive Thru.
Lights 4 Hope Holiday Light Show – West Palm Beach
When:
Nov 21st through the 23rd, 2025 – Friday through Sunday
Nov 28th through the 30th, 2025 – Friday through Sunday
Dec 5th through the 7th, 2025 – Friday through Sunday
Dec 12th through the 23rd, 2025 – Open Nightly
Where: Okeeheelee Park, 7715 Forest Hill Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33413 (Near Micanopy Pavillion, after the soccer fields, before Pooch Pines Dog Park)
More information: The Lights 4 Hope Holiday Light Show is a drive-thru holiday lights display in West Palm Beach.
The route includes over two miles of festive decor and synchronized light displays.
Ticket purchases for this event assist the nonprofit organization Lights 4 Hope in helping local families during their toughest times.
Bike Night is December 30th, when the drive-thru path will be open exclusively for bicyclists.
Learn more about the event from Lights 4 Hope.
While you’re in the area, make sure to check out: Fun Things to Do Around the Palm Beaches.
Southwest Florida
Magic of Lights – Naples
When: 2025 Dates to be announced.
Where: Collier Fairgrounds, 751 39th Ave., Naples, FL 34120
More information: Enjoy the holiday by cruising through a variety of lights at the Magic of Lights drive-thru at the Collier Fairgrounds.
You can also enjoy Santa’s Village, AR surprises, and more. Even better, you can pay one flat price for your entire carload.
Learn more about this event from Magic of Lights.
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Holiday Lights in the Gardens – Largo
When: November 28th, 2025 through January 3rd, 2026
Where: Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Rd, Largo, FL 33774 and 12211 Walsingham Rd, Largo, FL 33778
More information: The Florida Botanical Gardens puts on an epic holiday light display every year.
The Florida Botanical Gardens sparkle with 1 million, twinkling, LED lights in a multitude of colors. Vibrant laser lights and lighted figures round out the displays to wow guests of all ages.
Enjoy the beautiful light display as you stroll along the many ADA-compliant walkways. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcomed.
There are free kids activities in the Majeed Discovery Garden every Monday and Friday evening throughout the month of December.
Learn more about the event at the Florida Botanical Garden website.
Also, we’d love to see your holiday decorating and unique Florida Christmas trees, so share photos and videos on our social pages using the hashtag #AuthenticFlorida.
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