10 Christmas Light Displays In Washington That Are Pure Magic

It’s that time of year again, and the Christmas lights in Washington are ready to shine. The holiday season is a magical time in the Evergreen State, especially when the light displays come out in full force. If you are looking for a Christmas light show in Washington or have been looking for Christmas lights near you, get into the holiday spirit with these 10 purely delightful events to enjoy Washington Christmas lights and celebrate the holidays with your loved ones.

1. The Lights of Christmas, Stanwood

With over one million lights, The Lights of Christmas is one of the best Christmas light displays in Washington. The drive-thru Christmas display is sure to get you in the holiday spirit, and Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand to greet holiday revelers. Find dates, hours, and more information on our featured article about The Lights of Christmas.

Some of the best Christmas lights in Washington State can be found at The Lights of Christmas in Stanwood. Take a quick peek in this video from That Sound Adventure:

2. WildLights, Woodland Park Zoo, Seattle

The Woodland Park Zoo becomes a winter wonderland you won't want to miss. Offering some of the best Christmas lights in Washington, WildLights features hundreds of thousands of glittering lights. You can even meet some of the zoo's ambassador animals on select days during the popular Christmastime event.

3. Zoo Lights, Point Defiance Zoo, Tacoma

At the end of each November, the Point Defiance Zoo lights up for the holiday season. Stroll through the zoo and see half a million lights in action. Bring your camera along, too, because you'll discover an abundance of perfect spots for selfies - like under a shimmering lights tunnel. This is one Christmas event in Washington that belongs on your must-do list. Get all of the details on our featured article about the Point Defiance Zoo.

4. Christmas Lighting Festival, Leavenworth

December really is the most wonderful time of the year in Leavenworth. The Village of Lights, one of the best Christmas light displays in Washington, goes on for most of December and features a full menu of holiday fun - from strolling carolers to photos with Santa. Plan your visit to the Village of Lights.

5. Winter Glow Spectacular, Spokane

Orchard Park in Liberty Lake transforms into a breathtaking winter wonderland for its Winter Glow Spectacular, a treasured tradition that usually runs through the first of the New Year. The free events feature countless glittering light displays. Learn more about the Spokane Winter Glow Spectacular.

Even more Christmas lights can be found at the Winter Glow Spectacular in Spokane. Take a quick tour in this video from 509 Adventures:

6. Christmas Ship Festival, Argosy Cruises, Kirkland/Seattle

Since 1949, the Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship Festival has been a holiday tradition. The Argosy Christmas Ship sails to different communities each night. Special events will also be held during the festival. Opening Night, The Parade of Boats, and the Grand Finale are all worth checking out.

7. Garden D’Lights, Bellevue

Garden d’Lights features over half a million lights that transform the Bellevue Botanical Garden into a twinkling winter wonderland every year. Bundle up for a magical stroll past some of the most breathtaking Christmas lights in Washington. Lights create whimsical animal characters, so don't forget your camera.

8. Christmas Lighted Boat Parade, Tri-Cities

For two days at the beginning of December, the annual Christmas Lighted Boat Parade cruises along the Columbia River. The popular Christmas event in Washington begins at 6 p.m. under the Cable Bridge at Clover Island. Get all of the details on the Christmas Lighted Boat Parade in our featured article.

9. Fantasy Lights, Spanaway

Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park is an annual celebration that runs from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day. Driving the two-mile stretch filled with thousands of lights and 300 light displays will help anyone get into the holiday spirit. Find days, hours, and all of the details on Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park.

10. Renton Holiday Lights, Renton

Head to Renton's Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park for one of the most beautiful light displays in Washington, sponsored by Ivars. This is also a great place to see the Argosy Christmas Ship.

Check out some Washington Christmas lights at Coulon Park in Renton, WA to see the Renton Holiday Lights show in this video from 4k Family Fun Walk:

What do you think are some of the best Christmas light displays in Washington? Let us know in the comments!

Are you still curious to visit more Christmas lights near you in WA? If you really want to make an adventure out of seeing even more Washington Christmas lights, why not plan a road trip to take in some of the twinkling Christmas lights in Washington State? Or, take a guided Christmas tour in Washington State.