The Christmas Lights Road Trip Through West Virginia That’s Nothing Short Of Magical

In case you were looking for the perfect way to celebrate the holidays this year, this Christmas road trip will take you to see the best Christmas lights in West Virginia. There are light displays all over the state which really emphasize the beauty of the season and the magic of West Virginia at Christmas.

Rather than just seeing one or two holiday displays, level up your entire winter in West Virginia with this one-of-a-kind road trip. The entire trek takes just under 11 hours of driving time, so we recommend taking a long weekend and enjoying it at your leisure. We guarantee this will be one of the best road trips in West Virginia that you'll experience.

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1. The Greenbrier - White Sulphur Springs

The Greenbrier is stunning during the holiday season. You can attend weekly tree lighting ceremonies, take a trolley ride, or enjoy a horse and carriage ride to see the lights. Call (855) 453-4858 (option 1) for information and reservations. Read more about this West Virginia holiday light display.

2. Lotito City Park - Bluefield

Lotito City Park in Bluefield has an impressive display of over 900,000 lights. You can also see a live nativity scene, and take a trolley or a hayride. The activities are free, but the park will accept donations for all who visit.

3. Christmas Bramwell Tour of Homes

These historic homes will be elaborately decorated for the holidays, and some even open up for visitors to tour the inside, too! What originally started in 1983 is now an annual tradition for many families in the Bramwell area.

4. Chief Logan State Park - Logan

The park tends to go all out for Christmas, typically starting the festivities in late November through New Year's Day. This event is free to the public and made possible by volunteers who help set up lights in October.

5. St. Albans - Albans

St. Albans has an impressive light show every year. It's typically open from the end of November through the end of December and closed on major holidays within that time frame.

6. Lacy’s Lights and Maples Display - Fayetteville

The Lacy’s Lights and Maples Display at Fayette County Park has been around for decades, becoming a delightful tradition for many. The famous "Lacy's Lights" as they are known, typically start shining the first week of December and run throughout the month.

7. Page-Vawter House - Ansted

This historic home in downtown Ansted was originally built back in 1889 and every year is decorated with lights for the holidays. Visitors enjoy the Victorian theme and the unique slice of holiday history.

8. Celebration of Lights at Morris Park - Fairmont

Morris Park has a drive-through experience over a mile long featuring totally unique Christmas lights in West Virginia. The Celebration of Lights will illuminate you with the spirit of Christmas when you visit this annual celebration.

9. Oglebay Resort - Wheeling

This massive light display has been called one of the best in the country. You can walk, drive, or take a trolley through acres of holiday lights. The Good Zoo will also have special hours and a light display. A per-car donation is requested and is valid for the entire festival season. The display is generally up starting in November, and you can visit the website (linked below) for specific dates and details.

West Virginia at Christmastime is a winter wonderland of sights, good cheer, and of course amazing celebrations of holiday spirit. What do you think about this Christmas road trip of twinkling holiday lights in West Virginia? Is this something you think you'd tackle with the family this year? Make sure to sound off in the comments section!

If you'd like to see even more Christmas lights in West Virginia that didn't make it onto this route, check out these amazing light displays, or visit one of these holiday events where you can ride in a horse-drawn carriage.