It may be known as MUSIC City, but we also sure know how to bring it when it comes to Nashville Christmas lights. This time of year is special and memorable, and with the added efforts of folks turning these spaces into fantastic light shows, it is sure to bring even new memories. Check out the best Christmas lights near Nashville in 2023!

1. Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville

OK - this Nashville hotel isn't actually a city. BUT IT IS SO BIG IT FEELS LIKE ONE. And it truly comes alive during the holiday season. Once you see the Christmas lights in Nashville at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, you'll want to make it a tradition every year! And from Nov. 10, 2023 – Jan. 1, 2024,

you can purchase the Polar Express package which includes unforgettable ice sculptures carved by expert artisans out of 2 million pounds of ice. Spend more than one night by reserving a room on booking.com.

2. Hillsboro-West End Neighborhood, Nashville

Take a Christmas stroll through this spirited, historic neighborhood where residents are encouraged to participate with recognition in different categories. More photos of Christmas in Nashville are available on the Hillsboro West End Neighborhood Facebook page.

3. Zoolumination Chinese Festival of Lights, Nashville

This exciting event displaying Nashville at Christmas runs from Nov. 17, 2023, to Jan. 7, 2024, offering one of the biggest Chinese light festivals in the country. From fantastical beasts to the North Pole light village, we love the new designs displayed in more than 1,000 colorful lanterns. Read more about this fascinating light display on the Nashville Zoo website.

4. Cheekwood Estate and Gardens, Nashville

This 55-acre botanical garden and art museum is beautiful every day, but the historic estate all lit in holiday lights takes it to another level. Don't miss Nashville at Christmas and one of the city's classic holiday traditions, 5:00-10:00 p.m., Nov. 18 - Jan. 7, 2023, offering a charming light display of more than 1 million twinkling lights along a one-mile walking path making the gardens enchanted. For more information, visit the Cheekwood website.

5. FrankTown Festival of Lights, Franklin

This spectacular event to see the Christmas lights is open nightly from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., Nov. 17 to Dec. 31, 2023, rain or shine. With more than 200 synchronized displays, it allows you to listen along on the radio. Find out more details on the Franktown Festival of Lights website.

6. The Dancing Lights of Christmas, Lebanon

Get in line for one of Tennessee's largest drive-thru light and music show Nov. 10 - Dec. 31, 2023. In addition to the light show, admission includes a trip to Santa's Village, a meeting with Santa, and a chance to pet the animals in the zoo. Discover more on The Dancing Lights of Christmas website.

7. Festival of Lights, Hendersonville

Nashville Christmas lights here begin with a bang on Dec. 3, offering a parade and tree-lighting ceremony. The festival lasts from 6:00 p.m. to 11 p.m. and continues through Dec. 22, 2023. What better way to welcome the holiday season? More details are available on the Holiday Fest Tennessee website.

Where are your favorite Nashville Christmas lights displayed? Have you seen some of these lovely places in Nashville at Christmas? If so, please share your experiences in the comments below. And for more fun, here are plenty of other attractions in Nashville.