Do you know that one house that goes all out for Christmas and is well-known across town? Many people affectionately refer to it as the “Griswold House” as a nod to one of our favorite holiday classics, Christmas Vacation. Well, in Hawaii, we don’t just have a single house: there is an entire street that gets decked out in lights every December and puts on one of the best holiday light shows, known as the Waikele Christmas Lights, on Oahu. The Waikele Christmas Lights 2023 is one of the most beloved Christmas traditions in Hawaii, and it’s a display you won’t want to miss.

Known as the Waikele Christmas Lights, this street in central Oahu holds nothing back when it comes to holiday cheer. The entire street transforms into a magical wonderland every year, and you won’t want to miss it.
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The Waikele Christmas Lights began more than 20 years ago with one family and a single strand of Christmas lights but has since become a major event attracting families from across the island. The extensive synchronized light show now features more than 80,000 LED lights and five miles of electrical wiring all controlled by a computer that orchestrates the lights to dance to the music.
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There are two different light shows, which alternate daily, and last approximately 38 minutes before they begin again. And yes, it is as magical as it sounds.
Waikele Christmas Lights/Facebook

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The display attracts visitors from across the island, and the show is so impressive that it was actually featured on the ABC special, "The Great Christmas Light Fight" in 2015.
Waikele Christmas Lights/Facebook
From polar bears and snowmen to flamingos and pigs, you’ll find all kinds of crazy lights on display.
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Fun fact: the entire lights show is powered by the sun. Solar panels produce more than enough electricity during the day to power the lights at night. How cool is that?
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The lights are displayed nightly from December 1 to 31 from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., so you have plenty of time to check out the magic for yourself before the lights are shut off for another year.
Waikele Christmas Lights/Facebook

Don’t worry if you can’t make it, though: this incredible footage of the Waikele Christmas Lights might not be quite as magical as it is in person, but it’s a good substitute if you live on one of the neighboring islands.

The street is closed to vehicular traffic during showtimes, and we hope you can find parking in the surrounding neighborhood. Visit Google Maps for directions to Anapua Place, and check out the Waikele Christmas Lights Facebook page for more information about the Waikele Christmas Lights 2023. For another incredible holiday lights display in Hawaii, check out the beautiful and mesmerizing Honolulu City Lights.

Have you ever seen this incredible display? What are your favorite Christmas traditions in Hawaii? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. If you’re looking for more things to do during winter in Hawaii, check out our previous article. And if you have travelers in your life, our holiday gift guide has something for each and every one of them.

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The best drive-thru light shows in Hawaii include:

A drive-thru light show is only one aspect of this massive holiday event. The 20-minute show features dazzling lights synchronized to festive tunes, and you can drive the route as many times as you wish.

Did you know Hawaii has a Christmas trolley? It's true, and it's magical. This festive experience picks passengers up at Kewalo Basin and embarks on an unforgettable tour of the Honolulu City Lights. You will see a 50-foot Christmas tree, enjoy holiday sing-a-longs, hear Christmas stories, and more.

Where can I see the best light displays in Hawaii?

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The Kauai Festival of Lights is a celebration that encompasses everything we love about Christmas in Hawaii. From dazzling trees to island-inspired decorations to pictures with Santa and Mrs.Claus, this is a holiday event the whole family can enjoy.

Ever since 1985, folks have been coming from all over Hawaii to see this dazzling spectacle. Words simply cannot describe the beauty of the Honolulu City Lights - you'll just have to see them for yourself.

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