Visit 10 Christmas Lights Displays In Maryland For A Magical Experience

It's the most wonderful time of the year, especially with all of the Christmas lights in Maryland. If you're in the mood for twinkling lights and have been looking for Maryland Christmas lights near you, there is a multitude of festive places to visit in the Old Line State.

Kick your season off the right way by taking an adventure to see some of the best Christmas light shows with your family and friends. Grab your gloves and hat, make sure to bundle up, and get ready for a seasonal adventure through Maryland that only happens once a year.

1. 34th Street, Baltimore

Starting off our list of the best Christmas light displays in Maryland is the Baltimore neighborhood of Hampden to see the state's very own Miracle on 34th Street. Starting in November, this easily is one of the most magical streets in Maryland.

Enjoy a tour of the Miracle on 34th Street Christmas Lights Extravaganza in Baltimore, MD in this video from Travels With Charlie:

2. DC Temple Festival of Lights, Kensington

Beginning in December, this festive display located on the grounds of the DC Temple includes nightly musical performances. It's truly breathtaking to see in person. Make sure to bring a camera!

3. Merriweather Symphony of Lights, Columbia

Drive through this twinkling winter wonderland from Thanksgiving to the beginning of January at the Merriweather Post Pavilion. This event has been updated a few years back to include 100% LED lights and an ice skating rink. Sounds like the perfect way to spend an evening.

4. Winterfest of Lights, Ocean City

From mid-November through New Year's, stroll through Northside Park as you're surrounded by hundreds of animated Christmas light displays in Maryland at the Winterfest of Lights in Ocean City. You can also board the Winterfest Express if you don't feel like walking.

5. Annmarie Garden in Lights, Dowell

The quirky display at the Annmarie Garden in Lights runs from late November through January 1st. It's a truly unique way to see Christmas lights since the displays include dinosaurs, airplanes, pirates, and more.

The Annmarie Garden in Lights is another one of our favorite Christmas light shows in Maryland. Take a tour of these walk-through Christmas lights in this video from Patrick Zalewski:

6. Lights on the Bay, Annapolis

Head to Sandy Point State Park from the third week of November to the beginning of January. Not only will you see Christmas lights, but 3D glasses are available to make your experience even more amazing. Imagine seeing all of the colors and lights in 3D! It's one of the most spectacular Christmas events in Maryland.

7. Garden of Lights, Wheaton

Wheaton's Brookside Gardens becomes even more magical from mid-November through early January. Glittering trees, fountains, and fairy tale animals come to life in a gorgeous display to remember.

8. Byron Memorial Park, Williamsport

Williamsport's Byron Memorial Park becomes a brightly lit holiday paradise in December. Walking through the display is an annual tradition you won't want to miss.

9. Winter Lights Festival, Gaithersburg

Visit Seneca Creek State Park from late November through December and take in the sights of dazzling lights. This 3.5-mile drive takes you through illuminated displays that are oh-so enchanting.

10. Festival of Lights, Upper Marlboro

Last on our list of the best Christmas light displays in Maryland is at Watkins Regional Park. This park becomes a wondrous winter wonderland from late November through early January. It features more than one million lights!

Enjoy more Christmas drive-thru lights at Watkins Park in Upper Marlboro, MD in this video from Hooked on Christmas:

Have any other fabulous drive-thru Christmas lights displays that you think we should know about? What are your favorite places to enjoy Maryland Christmas lights? If you are up for a holiday lights road trip these light displays in Maryland are pretty amazing!  Get the car nice and toasty, or rent an RV from RVShare, and get rolling.

Enjoy perusing the best Christmas lights in Maryland this year, and as always, Happy Holidays!