7 Christmas Light Displays In Missouri That’ll Instantly Get You In The Holiday Spirit

Bah humbug. Haven’t caught the holiday spirit yet? Or, maybe you’re one of those people who put up Christmas decorations the day after Halloween. Either way, we can all use a little inspiration to get us – or to keep us – in the holiday spirit. Here are a handful of Christmas light displays in Missouri that will instantly get you pumped for the holiday season. Which one would you call the best Christmas lights in MO? Let us know!

1. An Old Time Christmas – Branson

Find yourself absolutely bedazzled by the more than six million – yep, you read right – lights that adorn An Old Time Christmas at Silver Dollar City in Branson. Start by admiring the largest Christmas tree in the world, which stands at a whopping 85 feet (that’s equal to eight stories). Then, explore the rest of the park that’s awash in Christmas lights and boasts a full menu of family-friendly activities. You can even meet Santa!

2. Promised Land Zoo – Branson

Celebrate the season with some furry, feathered, and scaly friends at Promised Land Zoo, which hosts the Let There Be Lights Drive Thru Light Display. Drive through the spectacular light display before bundling up and getting out of the car. Then, hop aboard a cozy warm tour bus that will take you on a safari. There, you’ll meet Santa and feed some of the animals.

3. Tilles Park – St. Louis

Bundle up for your stroll through a magical Winter Wonderland at Tilles Park in St. Louis. With thousands of twinkling lights, the park transforms into one of the area’s most popular Christmas light displays. If you prefer staying warm, drive through the popular holiday attraction. Or, for a unique view of the lights, climb aboard one of the enchanting carriages. This is one of our all-time favorite Christmas light displays in Missouri and we think you'll love it, too!

4. Santa’s Magical Kingdom – Pacific

Pile the kids in the car, and set off for Jellystone Park for a family-friendly holiday adventure. Climb aboard a train or a wagon for a magical journey through thousands of glittering lights along 35 acres. Stop for a visit with Santa, and go shopping at Kringle’s General Store. Family-friendly Christmas events have seriously never been so much fun!

5. The Magic Tree – Columbia

Marvel at the sheer beauty of The Magic Tree, wrapped in colorful Christmas lights, in Columbia. The Magic Tree, a holiday tradition since 1995, lights up each evening – from Thanksgiving to January! Visit the MagicTree.org website for more information.

6. Plaza Lights – Kansas City

Start counting down the days until Thanksgiving, when the Plaza Lights debut each year. The festivities kick off with concerts, the official lighting ceremony, and fireworks. Admire the glittering lights every evening, Thanksgiving through mid-January. This holiday tradition in Missouri is a must for all walks of life.

7. Enchanted Village of Lights – Laurie

Drive through the Enchanted Village of Lights, which spans 27 magical acres. Admission is free, although you can offer a donation! The lights turn on for the first time in November, and the event runs through January 1st. This is an adorable little Christmas town in Missouri that's sure to bring back the magic of Christmas for yet another year.

What are your favorite Christmas light displays in Missouri? Let us know in the comments! Need another helping of holiday spirit? Head over to Lights of Joy in Branson!