Crank up the heat and grab a hot cocoa — it’s that time of year again. Christmas light displays are ablaze around metro Detroit. Here are some of the best.
17 places to see Christmas lights in metro Detroit
By Metro Times editorial staff on Wed, Nov 22, 2017 at 4:44 pm
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Lightfest at Hines Park
Hines Park, 7651 Merriman Rd., Westland; 734-261-1990
More than 47 giant animated displays will be up for the Midwest’s largest and longest light show — the drive is approximately 4.5 miles long. The Lightfest runs until Dec. 31. and is $5 cash per vehicle.
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Lightfest at Hines Park
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Holiday Nights at Greenfield Village
20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn; 20900 Oakwood Blvd, 313-982-6001
Greenfield Village is set to come alive with holiday lights, food, warm beverages, and festivities. Follow the lantern-lit paths and merry Christmas lights to be greeted by merrymakers, carolers, sleigh bells, live reindeer, ice skaters, and more. A horse drawn wagon ride is yours if you want it. On select nights in December from 6:30 p.m.-10 p.m., visit website for more info.
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Holiday Nights at Greenfield Village
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Lake Shore Drive
Between Fisher and Nine Mile Roads, along Lake St. Clair, Grosse Pointe
Every year, the homes on Lake Shore Drive light up with spectacular displays and decorations. It’s gained a reputation around metro Detroit as a fantastic way to be blown away for free. And the property owners of these beautiful homes never fail to deliver.
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Lake Shore Drive
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Lincoln Park Fantasyland
3240 Ferris Ave., Lincoln Park; 313-386-0140
While this downriver holiday staple isn’t exactly a Christmas light display, it’s a one-of-a-kind holiday outing we’d be remiss to leave out. Kids from 1 to 92 can look through displays that represent A Christmas Story, the nativity, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and other holiday stories. Plus, Santa Claus is right upstairs. The display will open on Nov. 25 and stays open until Dec. 24. It’s open Wednesday through Sunday, and closed on Monday and Tuesday. Admission is $1 and phho
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Lincoln Park Fantasyland
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My Light Show
2651 Cherokee Hills Circle, Waterford, MI 48328
My Light Show's 2018 show will be held on Thursday evenings 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Turn your radio to 100.7 FM to hear the soundtrack that goes along with the show. There will also be a curbside cash donation box for the Michigan Humane Society.
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Nite Lites of Jackson
Michigan International Speedway US-12 Entrance only, 12626 US-12, Brooklyn
The Nite Lites of Jackson has relocated to Michigan International Speedway this year. You can experience the show from 5:30-9 p.m. Sunday thru Thursday and 5:30-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Each car is $20, $35 per mini-bus, and $65 per tour bus. Open until Dec 31.
Photo via Facebook user Experience Jackson
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Nite Lites of Jackson
Photo via Facebook user Experience Jackson
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The Big Bright Light Show
308 S Main St.,Rochester; 248-656-0060
Every holiday season Downtown Rochester becomes a town of lights. The wonderfully decorated buildings can put even the dreariest Scrooge in a holiday mood. The displays will be lit everyday from 5 p.m. to midnight through Jan. 7.
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The Big Bright Light Show
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Trail of Lights
7683 S Croton Hardy Dr., Newaygo; 231-652-4642
The Trail of Lights has relocated this year and joined forces with the River Valley Chamber of Commerce. The new show which is still "to be announced" will be held in Croton at Croton Township Campground and will be a drive-thru Christmas show. The show starts Friday, Nov. 24 from 5-9 p.m. and will continue every Friday and Saturday night until Dec. 30.
Photo via Facebook user Trail of Lights Christmas Stroll
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Wayne County Lightfest
7651 Merriman Rd., Westland
Situated on Merriman Road between Warren Avenue and Ann Arbor Trail, the Wayne County Lightfest will run until Dec. 31. The hours are 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. during the week, and 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the weekends. Tickets are $5 per vehicle.
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Wayne County Lightfest
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Wild Lights
8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak; 248-541-5717
Five million LED lights will illuminate trees, buildings, and more than 230 animal sculptures inside the Detroit Zoo this holiday season. This event is from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on select weeknights, and 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. The event runs until the end of December.
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Wild Lights
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Winter Snow Fun Holiday Parade
Third Street/Marquette Commons
The seventh annual Winter Snow Fun Holiday Parade and 42nd annual city of Marquette Tree Lighting is Friday, Dec. 1. Bundle up with friends and family as illuminated floats and colorful carolers transform Third Street into a magical scene from the North Pole. Pony rides, hot chocolate, and photos with Santa Claus will all be part of the yuletide festivities. The parade will start at 6 p.m. and the tree lighting will follow.
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Winter Snow Fun Holiday Parade
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