The Christmas Lights Road Trip Around Buffalo That’s Nothing Short Of Magical

While many people choose not to drive in the winter, this holiday light road trip in Buffalo is worth warming up your vehicle for! Make some cocoa to go, head out in your holiday jammies, and enjoy the best holiday lights in Buffalo!

One hour, 23 minutes, and thousands of twinkling Christmas lights to enjoy!

First things first, grab the trip itinerary.

1. StonyBrook Shines for Others (StonyBrook Drive, Lancaster)

StonyBrook Shines for Others earns a spot at the top of our list for two reasons. First, because it's an entire neighborhood full of some of the best holiday lights in Buffalo. Second, because they give back to charitable causes through the attention their lights bring! Since its beginning over a decade ago, the neighborhood has raised over $76,000 for children's charities in Western New York. Learn more about the amazing StonyBrook Shines for Others.

2. Powers Lights (6 Red Clover Lane, Lancaster)

Some of the best Buffalo, New York Christmas lights displays are set to music. This decked-out house on Clover Lane in Lancaster runs nightly shows. Get the most up-to-date information about Powers Lights.

3. Cheektowaga (Losson Road)

This is another must-see near Buffalo! Head to Cheektowaga to check it out in person, but here's an epic drone preview by YouTube user Dan Oshier Productions:

And while you're here, grab some delicious Polish food from Potts Deli and Grille in Cheektowaga.

4. Pendleton/North Tonawanda (Ridgeview Drive West)

Another contender for best holiday lights in Buffalo, this great display is set to music! The Christmas lights show runs nightly and is definitely worth a visit. Another place worth a visit in this area? Old Editions Bookshop.

5. Fairgrounds Festival of Lights (Erie County Fairgrounds, Hamburg)

Last, but certainly not least! The Fairgrounds Festival of Lights is hands-down one of the best Christmas lights displays around. This is a great light drive thru display in NY and an even better walk thru display. It is a major must-visit every WNY holiday season.

Are there any spots on this holiday light road trip in Buffalo that you've been to? What are your favorite Buffalo, New York Christmas lights? Share the best places with us in the comments below and be sure to add photos if you have them!

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