The Christmas Lights Road Trip Around Minneapolis That’s Nothing Short Of Magical

Giving gifts, baking sweets, and eating festive meals are all great holiday activities. But sometimes, it's the simpler things that are the most memorable. And what's simpler than taking a holiday lights in Minneapolis road trip to enjoy some of the best holiday lights displays in Minnesota? The creators of these beautiful displays go all out to add a little enchantment to your winter night.

These spots which are among the best holiday lights in Minneapolis are nothing short of magical.

You’ll definitely get into the spirit of the season as you sojourn from Andover to New Hope, Excelsior, Shakopee, and St. Paul.

1. Christmas in Andover - Andover

The first stop is a small yet no less spectacular neighborhood light display in Andover that comes with a big surprise. Instead of being a static display, the lights dance across the house and yard. If you tune your radio to 107.5 FM, you'll discover the show is synced to music. The show typically takes place from mid-December to the New Year. Address: 3715 152nd Lane Northwest, Andover.

2. Mellem Family Christmas Light Display - Andover

While you're in Andover, you might as well stop at another great display. Mellem Family Christmas is a huge display that covers both the family's home and yard. From the fun Christmas tree to the arches that stretch across the yard, this light display has "festive event" written all over it. You can get more information about the Mellem Family Christmas Light Display on their Facebook page. Address: 1662 145th Lane Northwest, Andover.

3. Larson's Lights - New Hope

Next up, travel to New Hope, one of the most charming small towns in Minnesota, for another family light display. These are fun because, instead of being put on by a city with professional planners, you get to see other people's creativity in action. Larson's Lights does not disappoint. This house is decked out in beautiful lights, with many different figures in the yard adding a special touch. You can get more information about the Larson’s Lights - Holiday Lights on the Lake on their Facebook page. Address: 3549 Ensign Avenue North, New Hope.

4. Plymouth Lights - Plymouth

The Plymouth Lights in the peaceful small town of Plymouth is a huge display that you don't want to miss this year. With multicolored lights covering the house and yard, complete with lit holiday figures, it is one of the most impressive displays you'll see. It's synced to 103.3 FM too, so turn your radio on for an extra treat. You can get more information about the Plymouth Lights on their holiday website. Address: 16700 33rd Avenue North, Plymouth.

5. Trista Lights - Minnetrista

Next, travel to one of the best holiday lights in Minneapolis. This digital light display is so cool, in fact, that the owner now does special light displays for venues all around Minnesota and Illinois. You can find the lights at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chaska, or you can go back to where it began in Minnetrista. Either way, you are guaranteed to be impressed by the rainbow of music-synced color awaiting you. The Trista Lights are also synced to 97.5 FM. You can get more information about the Trista Lights on their You can get more information about the Trista Lights on their Facebook page. Address: 4386 Trista Bend, Minnetrista.

6. Shakopee Winter Wonderland - Shakopee

A bit south of town, Shakopee Winter Wonderland is an excellent interactive lights display and among the best holiday lights in Minneapolis. Instead of staying in your car, get out and explore the path that winds through thousands of of lights. Crafts and treats are available to guests, and you even have a chance to meet Santa. You can get more information about the Shakopee Winter Wonderland on their Facebook Page. Address: 921 Shakopee Avenue East, Shakopee.

7. Holiday Lights on York Ave/Schultz Family Lights - St. Paul

Another truly lovely holiday lights display in the Twin Cities area is the Holiday Lights on York Ave/Schultz Family Lights in St. Paul. It is set apart by the yard being filled to the brim with holiday figures. The glow of the figures combined with the lights strung along the house makes for a magical moment you won't forget. You can get more information about the Holiday Lights on York Ave/Schultz Family Lights Facebook Page. Address: 1526 York Avenue, St. Paul.

Have you been to any of these wonderful holiday lights displays? What are your favorite Christmas lights displays in the Twin Cities area? We’d love to see your photos and have you share the best ones in the comments below!

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