The only thing better than a Christmas lights show is one that can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own vehicle. Here are 13 of the best Christmas drive-thru lights in Texas guaranteed to put a twinkle in the eye of kids from one to 92. Don't forget to make some hot cocoa for the drive! These Christmas light shows are not to be missed.

1. Lights Alive! (San Antonio)

The Alamo City's newest drive-thru Christmas light display, Lights Alive! is a mile-long attraction with festive displays dancing in time to holiday music. From Christmas trees to penguins to even cowboy boots and horseshoes, you'll see a little bit of everything. The coolest thing about these drive-through Christmas lights in Texas is that the entire display is 100% computer-controlled and musically synchronized.

Take a look at this video by @MartinGTProductions:

2. The Light Park (Spring)

Houston's first entirely drive-thru Christmas light show, The Light Park is 20 minutes of festive whimsy. It also features the self-proclaimed largest light tunnel on Earth! The lights turn on around the beginning of November and last until the New Year. More information, including tickets and hours of operation on The Light Park's website.

3. Santa Land (Tyler)

For all you East Texas folks, Santa Land is the place to be when you're on the hunt for some of the best Christmas lights in Texas. This 24-acre park boasts over 2.5 million lights, plus hundreds of handcrafted displays. Follow the Santa Land Facebook page for updates on this year's Christmas light show.

4. Christmas Ranch (Cleveland)

Christmas Ranch is an over-the-top light spectacular hosted by Cleveland residents Bob and Diane Hanley. It's a residential display, with over 300,000 lights adorning every inch of their 15-acre property. There's so much to see, that it may even inspire you to illuminate your own home. The ranch is open from Thanksgiving until the New Year, and you can find more information on the Christmas Ranch Facebook page.

5. Zoo Lights (Dallas)

Dallas Zoo Lights has gone drive-thru for previous years and went back to foot traffic in recent years. However, you'll still want to carve out some time to see this whimsical light display. It's the same magical experience you know and love, with more than a million lights in addition to ethereal lanterns depicting various zoo animals. Be sure to get your tickets in advance, this is one popular event!

Take a look at this video by @DallasZooTube:

6. Prairie Lights (Grand Prairie)

Drive-thru from the start, Prairie Lights has been delighting North Texans at Christmastime for years. The two-mile path features 4 million lights, drive-thru concessions, and - of course - the famous grand finale light tunnel. Skip the line and grab a fast pass on the website.

7. Dasher's Light Show (Houston)

Among the most magical Houston-area light displays of them all, Dasher's Light Show has over a million lights synchronized to classic holiday tunes at each of its locations. From snowmen donning cowboy hats to all of Santa's trusty reindeer, tradition meets creativity at this unique holiday attraction in Texas. Come see the best Christmas lights in the South at either Sam Houston Race Park or Big Rivers or both!

Take a look at this video by @dasherslightshow863:

8. Peppermint Parkway (Austin)

Circuit of the Americas transforms into Peppermint Parkway for the holiday season for one incredible light show you have to see to believe. This whimsical drive-thru event features close to a dozen themed areas, plus a 60-foot-tall Christmas tree and several other family-friendly attractions.

9. Trail of Lights (Austin)

Austin's beloved Trail of Lights boasts two million lights, 90 Christmas trees, and a whopping 70 festive displays. You can't miss it!

10. Radiance (Frisco)

With its North Texas location, Radiance is DFW's #1 drive-thru light show. The spectacle brings the Christmas spirit to life with two million lights and a slew of animated displays. Be sure to snag your tickets early -- this is one Christmas event in Texas the whole family will love.

11. Santa's Country Christmas (Seagoville)

Visitors to Santa's Country Christmas can't help but marvel at all there is to see. With 2.5 million lights and various themed displays, it's a magical experience for one and all. Follow on Santa's Country Christmas on Facebook so you can stay up to date on this upcoming season.

12. Gift of Lights (Fort Worth)

Located at the Texas Motor Speedway, Gift of Lights is spreading some good old-fashioned Christmas cheer with millions of glittering lights for all ages to enjoy. From tunnels to trees and Santas to snowflakes, your eyes won't quite know where to look! Here's where you'll find some of the best Christmas lights in the South.

13. Magic of Lights (Little Elm)

A nationwide event, Magic of Lights at Little Elm Park is held right here in Texas. With a 200-foot light tunnel and almost 50 different themed displays, it promises festive fun for the entire family.

How many of these drive-thru Christmas light shows have you experienced? Did we miss your favorite? Let us know in the comments, and check out these Texas towns that look like Hallmark movies at Christmastime.

Taking a road trip to see all the twinkling lights this holiday season? Don't forget the road trip snacks before hitting the road!