11 Christmas Light Displays In Indiana That Are Pure Magic

There’s no time of year that’s as magical as Christmastime. We know how to celebrate Christmas right, and our stunning Christmas lights in Indiana prove it. If you’re ready to get into the festive spirit of the holidays and have been curious about Christmas lights near me, make sure you add these 11 displays that we consider to be some of the best Christmas lights in Indiana to your holiday checklist.

As you read through our list of some of the best Indiana Christmas lights in the state make a list of how many you have enjoyed over the years. Are there any that you’ve missed? Any that you’ve made into a family tradition?

Market Street & Church Street, Market St & Church St, Charlestown, IN 47111, USA

Charlestown Christmas City/Facebook

Starting off our list of the best Christmas light displays in Indiana is Charlestown's Christmas City. Take a ride through this lovely display of lights on a train that looks like it bounced straight out of a Christmas fairytale.

Charlestown's Christmas City opens in late November in Greenway Park. The attractions include stunning and animated Christmas lights, mini-golf, and of course, train rides in a magical, perfectly lit train. Plus. There is a German-inspired Winter Holiday Market held at the Family Activities Park! You can find it at Market and Church St, Charlestown, IN, 47111.

Visit the Charlestown website and Facebook page for more information on this holiday event.

422 W Meridian St, Sharpsville, IN 46068, USA

Sharpsville Lights/Facebook

Each year, this free light festival adds more to its attraction list. With large decorative teddy bears, penguins, and other characters to greet you as you enter, this light display never disappoints (and even includes a light-up candy cane pinwheel!).

You can find it at 422 W. Meridian Sharpsville, IN, 46068.

Visit the Sharpsville Lights Facebook page for more information on this holiday event.

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115 Lake Shore Dr, Michigan City, IN 46360, USA

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This incredible lights show is the highlight of many northern Hoosiers' Christmases. Starting at the beginning of December this year, this unbelievable display often includes fun and entertaining light graphics, such as elves shooting gifts out of cannons. Admission to the park is free, but donations are welcome.

It's sure to be one of the best Christmas events in Indiana this year! You can find it at 115 Lake Shore Dr, Michigan City, IN, 46360.

Visit the Washington Park Festival of Lights webpage for more information on this holiday event.

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Pleasant Grove Inn, 2750 S Pleasant Grove Farms, Lyons, IN 47443, USA

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This little farm puts on quite a display. Lights start from Thanksgiving day until the beginning of January, so be sure to stop by. You can find it at 3024 S Pleasant Grove Farms, Lyons, IN, 47443.

Visit the Pleasant Grove Farm website and Facebook page for more information on this holiday event.

900 W Deffenbaugh St, Kokomo, IN 46902, USA

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City of Lights is a drive-through light extravaganza that is set up in Kokomo's Highland Park every year. Enjoy creative designs and Christmas favorites here.

Find it at 900 W. Deffenbaugh St, Kokomo, IN, 46902.

Visit the Visit Kokomo website and Facebook page for more information on this holiday event.

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Allisonville Road, Allisonville Rd, Fishers, IN, USA

Conner Prairie/Facebook

A Merry Prairie Holiday is a newer event in the state but it has some of the most festive Christmas lights in Indiana! Held at the William Conner House, there will be a 3D light projection of "'Twas the Night Before Christmas," a sock skating rink, a North Pole Village where you can meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, and a whole lot more!

You can find them at 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN, 46038.

Visit the Conner Prairie website and Facebook page for more information on this holiday event.

Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph, 78 N Holiday Blvd, Santa Claus, IN 47579, USA

Santa Claus Land of Lights/Facebook

Of course Santa Claus, Indiana would go all out for their annual light show. This amazing display is the only light show in all of North America that also tells a story in lights and storyboards. Just drive through the enchanting tunnel of lights to begin your journey!

It's one of the best Christmas light displays in Indiana. You can find it at 78 N Holiday Blvd, Santa Claus, IN, 47579.

Visit the Santa Claus website and Facebook page for more information on this holiday event.

1 Adrian Marks Dr, Frankfort, IN 46041, USA

Frankfort Parks and Recreation/Facebook

This show in downtown Frankfort at TPA Park is always one of the best displays of Christmas lights in Indiana. Check out all of the fun displays this park has in store for this year's festival. You can find it at 1 Adrian Marks Dr., Frankfort, IN, 46041.

Visit the Frankfort Parks Department Facebook page for more information on this holiday event.

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Fort Wayne, IN, USA

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Every holiday season, downtown Fort Wayne lights up and becomes a winter wonderland. This year's lighting ceremony takes place just before Thanksgiving. Don't miss it! You can find it in Downtown Fort Wayne.

Visit the Visit Fort Wayne website and Facebook page for more information on this holiday event.

49 N Wayne St, Danville, IN 46122, USA

Winterland Holiday Light Show/Facebook

This incredible light show in Danville offers a magical holiday experience of Christmas lights in Indiana. Drive through the stunning canopy of lights on the way to each featured light display. You can find it at 49 North Wayne Street Suite 100, Danville, IN, 46122.

Visit the Danville Chamber of Commerce website and Facebook page for more information on this holiday event.

1505 S B St, Elwood, IN 46036, USA

City of Elwood/Facebook

The last on our list of the best Christmas light displays in Indiana is Light Up the Magic in Elwood. For a different take on holiday lights, you definitely have to check out Downtown Elwood. You'll find the buildings completely decked and color-coated with fantastic, vibrant lights. You can find it at 1505 South B Street, Elwood, IN 46036.

Visit the City of Elwood website and Facebook page for updates on holiday events this year.

What do you think are the best places to see the Christmas lights in Indiana? Which do you consider to be the best Christmas lights in Indiana? How do you celebrate Christmas in Indiana? We can’t wait to hear from you.

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