We’re in the midst of what just might be the most magical time of the year—a time when all corners of Pennsylvania transform into a spectacular wonderland, drenched in glittering lights. The most magical time of the year is also the perfect time to hit the highway on this Christmas lights road trip in Pennsylvania. (And if you still haven’t had enough Christmas lights after this road trip, here is yet another Christmas lights road trip to even *more* Christmas lights in Pennsylvania!

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Create even more magical memories this season when you hit the highway on this Christmas lights display road trip. Off we go!
1. Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland - Prospect
100 Roenigk Ln, Prospect, PA 16052, USA
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Let’s kick off our holiday lights road trip at Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland. Drive through the Big Butler Fairgrounds, awash in LED lights. The massive Christmas display features a variety of scenes, including a vacationing Santa. After your drive, visit Santa’s Village. Kids can write Santa a letter before meeting and posing for a photo with him. The village also features games, rides, and snacks.

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2. Kennywood Park’s Holiday Lights - West Mifflin
4800 Kennywood Blvd, West Mifflin, PA 15122, USA
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Kennywood Park in Pittsburgh transforms into a winter wonderland with its annual holiday lights show. Drenched in nearly two million glittering lights, the amusement park promises plenty to do – visits with Santa and Kenny Kangaroo, a nightly light show over the lagoon, and select rides.

Check out all the fun and wonderment at Kennywood:

3. Overly’s Country Christmas - Greensburg
116 Blue Ribbon Ln, Greensburg, PA 15601, USA
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Treat the whole family to an old-fashioned Christmas experience at Overly’s Country Christmas. Start your visit with the drive-thru light display. Then, park the car to explore the Christmas Village, where you can enjoy a hot drink, a tasty snack, and warm up in front of a roaring bonfire. The village also features a living manger, horse-drawn sleigh, wagon rides, and, of course, appearances by Santa. Overly’s Country Christmas is open on select dates each season and is worth seeking out!
4. Rocky Ridge Park - York
3699 Deininger Rd, York, PA 17406, USA
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Discover the joy of Christmas at Rocky Ridge’s Park, The Magic of Christmas, lights display. Wear comfy shoes for the half-mile stroll through the glittering Pennsylvania light displays that boast nearly 600,000 LED lights. The Magic of Christmas tickets usually go on sale before the event starts, so be sure to get yours ASAP!

Get a closer look at these dazzling light displays:

5. Koziar’s Christmas Village - Bernville
782 Christmas Village Rd, Bernville, PA 19506, USA
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Stroll among a million twinkling lights at Koziar’s Christmas Village. The enchanting village features both indoor and outdoor displays. And, of course, you can meet with Santa Claus, grab a hot drink and a snack, and visit the shops. Koziar’s Christmas Village is generally open through the end of December.
6. Macy’s Winter Lights Show - Philadelphia
1300 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
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Embrace the magic of the season at Macy’s Winter Lights Show, which boasts 100,000 shimmering LED lights. The show also features a massive tree comprised of nearly 35,000 lights. Noon shows feature live music, played on the famous Wanamaker Grand Organ. The Macy’s Winter Lights Show typically starts in late November and runs through December.
7. Shady Brook Farm - Yardley
931 Stony Hill Rd, Yardley, PA 19067, USA
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Let’s wrap up this enchanting Christmas lights road trip through Pennsylvania at the beautiful Shady Brook Farm. The enchanting holiday light show features three million lights, which you can view from your car or on a wagon. Meander along the two-mile trail before you stop for hot chocolate and s’mores. This really is one of the best holiday events in the state!

Who’s up for some of the best Christmas lights in Pennsylvania this season? Do you put together your own Christmas lights display? Share with us your thoughts in the comments section! Or, if you prefer to stay a little closer to home, climb aboard this magical Christmas train in Pennsylvania.

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