Looking for the best Christmas lights in Lakeland? We’ve got a list of amazing neighborhood Christmas light displays around Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, Mulberry & Plant City, as well as local events and attractions where you’ll find an abundance of Christmas lights.
While there are plenty of Christmas events to help get you in the holiday spirit, taking a Christmas Light Drive is a timeless family tradition that is FREE! Plus you can do it any night of the week, no need to wait for a special event.
We’ve also got a handy dandy driving map of impressive Christmas displays to help you find the best outdoor Christmas lights near you. We hope it knocks your stockings off!
Are you a fan of The Great Christmas Light Fight TV Show?? One of the featured houses in the 2020 Season is located right here in Polk County! Keep reading to find out where you can see a Great Christmas Light Fight house near you.
If you’re a Christmas lights super fan and want to show off your masterpiece, first scroll through this list to be sure you aren’t already included, then use the link at the bottom to submit your house or neighborhood to our Christmas Lights Map. We also welcome readers to let us know of any great local displays or send us feedback on these listings. We also welcome reader photos!
© Lakeland Mom. Photos and descriptions are not for reproduction, re-distribution, or republishing on any other website or online platform. Linking to this page is welcome.
EDITOR’S NOTE: This list is a compilation of reader suggestions, self-submissions, and locations we found ourselves. Each year we work hard to verify locations from previous years. All of these locations are private residences – some nights they may not have their lights on, some nights they may have technical difficulties or weather issues – we have no control over this. If you discover any errors in our list, or if you feel a light display should be added or removed from our list, please let us know using the form at the bottom of this page.
Don’t miss our 2024 Christmas Events + Holiday Activities Guide for a full list of things to do this holiday season in Lakeland and Polk County including Christmas Light Displays, Santa Photos, Christmas Tree Lots, Christmas Parades, Holidays Concerts, Live Performances, Holiday Markets, Ice Skating, Toy Donation Needs, and more.
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Neighborhood Christmas Lights in Lakeland FL + Polk County FL
Warm up the hot chocolate, put on your Christmas jammies, load up the car, and go for a Christmas Light Tour in Lakeland! There are some houses that go all out with their Christmas displays, and for that, the rest of us say THANK YOU.
I love driving these streets and seeing people’s creativity with their holiday displays. If you do go on a Christmas light drive, keep in mind that you are in someone’s neighborhood. Make sure you print out our CHRISTMAS LIGHT SCAVENGER HUNT list before you go.
Lakeland Christmas Lights
Thormeier Family Christmas Trees & Lights
4333 Cindy Rd. Lakeland, FL 33810
This Christmas light display is MAGICAL!! Featuring a Walk-Thru Christmas Light Display, opportunities to Meet Santa & The Grinch, Classic Christmas Movies, Festive Food & Drink, plus Christmas Trees for sale.
Cash Only – $10 Admission, Kids 7 & Under FREE. $5 off admission for first responders, civil servants and Lakeland Regional Health Members with ID.
Christmas Light Festival Hours:
November 29 to December 22, 2024
Friday thru Sunday 5pm – 9pm
Freshly Cut Christmas Tree Hours:
November 14 to December 22, 2024
Open 7 Days 10am – 7pm
All activities are outdoors and weather dependent. Check Facebook for any weather related updates.
More info: Website | Facebook
Lagoon Rd + New Jersey Rd
1515 Lagoon Rd, Lakeland, FL 33803
From the rooftop to the edge of the yard, just about every square inch is covered in lights! Whimsical animal friends mingle with some well known favorite characters such as Snoopy and the Grinch, and the gang from Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer greet passersby at the roadside. Spectators are welcome to park and snap a picture under the Who-ville arch by the road!
Lochnivar Dr. off Lake Miriam
Lake Miriam Dr & Lochnivar, Lakeland, FL 33813
Many houses on this street are all decked out!
Lancelot Drive off Lake Miriam
Lake Miriam Dr & Lancelot, Lakeland, FL 33813
Editor’s note: For many years Lancelot has been one of the best known streets for Christmas lights. 2021 was the last year they had extravagant displays. Most of the houses still have some Christmas lights, but the yards are not decorated like in past years. **Photos and videos were taken prior to 2022**
VIDEO – Christmas Lights on Lancelot and Lochnivar Dr. off Lake Miriam
Cleveland Heights
Fairlington Dr, Lakeland, FL 33813
This house is on the corner of Cleveland Heights and Fairlington – it is covered in lights!
Hoof Print Lane in Deer Brooke Lakeland
2003 Hoof Print Lane, Lakeland FL 33811
Just after you turn off Lunn Road into Deer Brooke, take the first right on Hoof Print Lane to see lots of inflatables and lights.
Hayter Drive in Christina
Hayter Drive, Lakeland, FL 33813
Head up the big hill at the and be greeted with a beautiful display of Christmas lights as you enter The Woods of Christina! As you continue down Hayter Drive, turn right onto Goldenrod Court and you’ll see a wooded area with large snowflakes hanging in the trees! There are several other houses in the neighborhood with lovely lights.
South Carter Road
7120 South Carter Road, Lakeland, Florida 33813
Christmas light show to music! Tune into radio channel 91.3 and watch the lights dance to the music! They also have speakers in the yard that you can listen to as you drive by.
Ariana Village Christmas Lights
1625 Ariana St, Lakeland, FL 33803
For 1-2 weeks in December, the gates at Ariana Village are open nightly from 6-9pm for you to visit and see their light displays! All free and in the comfort of your vehicle around a well planned route through the community! Santa & Mrs Claus will greet guests at the exit. This will be the 33rd year for the Ariana Village Lights.
Take Harden Blvd and head West on Ariana Street. The park is located about a 1/2 mile on the right. The Ariana Village Lights will be open for 2 weeks just prior to Christmas.
2024 Dates: December 15 – 23 from 6-9pm nightly.
See more photos of the Christmas Lights at Ariana Village.
W Pipkin Rd + Sanhill Crane Dr
3643 Sandhill Crane Dr, Lakeland, FL 33811
From the owner: We have over 15,000 lights!
Lake Hollingsworth
1222 Lake Hollingsworth Dr, Lakeland, FL 33803
The trees at this house on the NW corner of Lake Hollingsworth are filled with white lights!
Fairmount Ave + Coventry Ave near the Lakeland Country Club also have beautiful light displays.
Reflections West on Shepherd Road (unconfirmed for 2024)
6864 Cabernet Crossing, Lakeland, FL 33811
From the homeowner: Well lit up winter wonderland. You’ll see Santa and his reindeer, Santa and Mrs claus together, frosty, and Mickey & Minnie.
Cherokee Trail – Lakeland
1931 Cherokee Trail, Lakeland, FL 33803
From the homeowner: “Dancing lights to holiday music running from 6:00-10:00 PM, you are welcome to watch from the sidewalk. The best way to experience it is from your vehicle and tune to the FM station provided at the display. Happy Holidays!” Check Facebook to find out which nights the show runs {some nights house will be dark}
Lincoln Ave – between Beacon + Edgewood
2417 S. Lincoln Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33803
From the homeowner: “Lights around house and yard, some wood displays”
Peterson Road – Lakeland
2432 Peterson Road, Lakeland, FL 33813
The yard is FILLED with Christmas decorations and lights!
Curtis Family Lights – Lakeland
Yarborough Lane, 1/4 mile south of 540-A in South Lakeland
This huge animated Christmas Display in Lakeland, FL includes 120,000 lights that dance to Christmas music – typically begins in early December. Check Facebook for more info. {6502 Oakpoint Drive is the home’s address but the show is at the back of the house, viewed from Yarborough}
Ironwood Trail – Lakeland Christmas Lights
4917 Ironwood Trail, Bartow, Florida 33830
Lots of inflatables, trees, and lights covering the house and yard. While the address is Bartow, this neighborhood is near the intersection of 540A and Bartow Hwy in South Lakeland, across from Catfish Country.
Hallam Drive + Hulse Lane
4704 Hulse Lane, Lakeland, FL 33813
Check out this display at the corner of Hallam Dr and Hulse Lane in Lakeland. Lots of Christmas blowups and lights. Best seen by turning onto Hulse from Hallam.
Country Oaks Neighborhood (unconfirmed for 2024)
Old Polk City Rd & Odoniel Dr, Lakeland, FL 33809
From a reader: Country Oaks neighborhood off of Old Polk City Rd is worth a drive. Each year they do a “Come to Bethlehem” drive. A good portion of the homes have lights, nightly luminaries, and figures out of wood that are all headed to “Bethlehem” with the final house as the full nativity. Can also use 615 Old Polk City Rd, Lakeland, FL 33809 for directions to the entrance.
Wyngate Dr off Walt Wiliams Road in Lakeland
1386 Wyngate Dr, Lakeland, FL 33809
From the owner: Full light show to music. Entire house is covered in lights! Lights on nightly from 6-11pm plus a snow machine on weekends.
Spruce Road South + Walt Williams Road (unconfirmed for 2024)
Walt Williams Rd & Spruce Rd S, Lakeland, FL 33809
From a reader: Light show set to music. There are three houses together at the intersection of Spruce Road south and Williams Road that have been decorated beautifully. It’s quite bright, you can’t miss it!
Glenridge – North Lakeland (unconfirmed for 2024)
8009 Ridgeglen Cir E, Lakeland, FL 33809
From the homeowner: Inflatables Inflatables Inflatables!!! We love inflatables and Christmas and sharing the joy with the community… day and night!
Grinch House – Hwy 33 + Lake Luther Rd.
Hwy 33 + Lake Luther Rd, Lakeland, FL 33805
This house at the corner of Lakeland Hills Blvd (Hwy 33) and Lake Luther Road is covered in lights and handmade Grinch decorations.
Fort Socrum Village in Lakeland (unconfirmed for 2024)
8750 Fort Socrum Village Way, Lakeland, FL 33810
From the owner: Light tunnel, blowups, tons of lights, an overall delight! Drive around the neighborhood to see multiple decorated houses.
Cayden Reserve off of Duff Rd – Lakeland
7339 Ibis Dr., Lakeland, FL 33810
Our community is growing in the number of houses decorated – come take a look!
Breakwater Cove Neighborhood – Lakeland
Diamond Creek Ln, Lakeland, FL 33809
From a homeowner: Our neighborhood is having a decorating contest. Lots of homes decorated within the community.
Corner of Chase Road and Ritter Road (unconfirmed for 2024)
Chase Road & Ritter Road, Lakeland, FL 33810
From a reader: There is a house with a giant display at the corner of Chase Rd and Ritter Road, located in North Lakeland off 98N.
Lake Meadows Productions – Glen Meadows Drive
6428 Glen Meadow Dr, Lakeland, FL 33810
From the homeowner: “We have a lightorama display tune to 88.1 FM to listen. Show is 5-10pm every night. We will also have Santa on Dec 23 6 to 9pm to hand out candy canes and photos.” Facebook Page
Bartow Christmas Lights
The Little Family Christmas Lights
1716 James Pointe Dr, Bartow, FL 33830
This Christmas Tree dances to the music! Watch as the lights on the tree and around the house change with the Christmas music on 87.9FM. The Little Family’s yearly Christmas lighting display is bigger than ever as they share the Light of the World through creative sequencing. Check out the video below for a short sample {please note that the music in the video is not what the lights are synced with, we do not own the music used in the display and can’t post it online}. Christmas Light show runs 5:30-9pm Sun – Thurs and 5:30-10pm Fri and Sat.
VIDEO – Little Family Christmas Lights in Bartow, FL
Saddlewood Dr – Bartow Christmas Lights
2000 Saddlewood Dr, Bartow, FL 33830
This beautiful Christmas light display in Bartow s set to music with inflatables, Christmas trees, and more. Show runs nightly 6-9pm, restarts every 30 mins.
VIDEO – Saddlewood Christmas Lights in Bartow, FL
Christmas Lane in Bartow
E. George Street & Spring Court in Bartow
You’ll find quite a few houses in this area decorated with great light displays! Make sure you explore Spring Court, and then go across to E. George Street and down all of the side streets (Helen St. & Lila Circle) from there. You know it’s impressive when it is known as “Christmas Tree Lane” to the locals!
Bartow Christmas Light Carriage Rides – George Street Christmas Light Festival
From December 12 – 31, nightly from 6 to 10 pm you can ride through the decorated neighborhoods of Bartow in horse-drawn carriage. Prices range from $15-25 for kids and $20-50 for adults. You can also enjoy pony rides, train rides, food trucks, hot chocolate, games and other fun activities before your carriage ride. Visit the Bartow Christmas Light Tours Website to book your carriage tour or Christmas light wagon ride.
Christmas Lights in Winter Haven, FL
Santa’s House by the Bigda’s
4314 Shadow Wood Trail, Winter Haven, FL 33880
The Bigda’s were on The Great Christmas Light Fight TV Show in 2020!! The Bigda’s Christmas Display has over 150,000 lights spread over 2 homes. Tons of animated Disney characters, and a working scale train. You can see this display in person beginning in early December through New Year’s Eve. The display is typically lit from Sunday through Thursday 6-9pm, Friday and Saturday 6-10pm.
Visit their Facebook page for photos and a Video Spotlight on their Great Christmas Light Fight episode. It aired on December 23, 2020.
Tera Ln and King Rd in Winter Haven
King Rd SW & Tera Ln, Winter Haven, FL 33880
Santa Claus has been spotted here in his wooden sleigh passing out candy canes and greeting cars.
Hickory Street in Winter Haven
3025 Hickory St, Winter Haven, FL 33881
From a reader: Frosty stands amazed at the mystical oak covered in twinkling lights and magical orbs.
3430 Hickory St. NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881
From the owner: Drive past the beautiful tree with snowflakes and see the thousands of lights set up throughout the yard. Lights are on nightly from 6-10pm.
N Lake Eloise Dr in Winter Haven
1873 N Lake Eloise Dr, Winter Haven, FL 33884
From the homeowner: We have been adding more and more touches to our display every year. It’s the full front yard with music and dancing lights.
Brookins Ave in Eagle Lake (unconfirmed for 2024)
691 Brookins Ave, Eagle Lake, FL 33839
This house is decorated with wooden cut outs and traditional style Christmas decorations, plus thousands of lights. Estimated to begin around the first weekend of December.
W Assembly Street in Eagle Lake
565 W Assembly St, Eagle Lake, FL 33839
From the homeowner: Experience the magic of the holiday season at our enchanting light display, where the dazzling spectacle is perfectly synchronized with kid-friendly tunes. Set against the backdrop of the night sky, the sequenced lights dance in harmony to the festive melodies. Join us from 6 P.M. to 10 P.M., weather permitting, ensuring the best enjoyment of the synchronized music and lights from the comfort of your vehicle.
First Assembly of God Eagle Lake
670 N Eagle Dr, Eagle Lake, FL 33839
Experience the true spirit of Christmas at First Assembly of God Eagle Lake’s annual Christmas Light Show! Set against the backdrop of our beautifully decorated church, this enchanting light display is paired with heartwarming songs that focus on the real reason for the season—the birth of Jesus Christ.
With two dedicated viewing points, visitors can enjoy a magical, immersive experience as the lights dance in harmony with classic carols and contemporary hymns that celebrate Christ’s love, hope, and peace.
Shows begin December 12 – nightly from 5:30pm-10pm – Runtime of 30 minutes
Auburndale Christmas Lights
Michelle Drive in Auburndale – Fetterman Christmas Light Show
Michelle Dr. Auburndale, FL
Multiple houses on Michelle Drive are COVERED in lights that are synched to music. It is amazing!! Visit the Facebook Page for more info.
Plymouth Road in Auburndale
449 Plymouth Rd, Auburndale, FL 33823
454 Plymouth Rd, Auburndale, FL 33823
From the owners: Enjoy our Annual Christmas celebration on Plymouth Road. Two homes across from each other with hundreds of blow molds, inflatables, and thousands of Christmas lights. Santa’s, nativity scenes, snowmen, candles, candy canes and much more.
Mulberry Christmas Lights
Seven Oaks Street in Sundance off Shepherd Rd (unconfirmed for 2024)
517 Seven Oaks St., Mulberry, FL 33860
From the homeowner: 15,000 LED lights and counting!
Laurel Crest Ct – Mulberry (unconfirmed for 2024)
4171 Laurel Crest Ct, Mulberry, FL 33860
From the owner: We have all kinds of giant blow ups. We also have points of light, and plenty of beautiful stuff to see.
Imperial Lakes – Mulberry
3182 Heather Glynn Dr, Mulberry
From the owner: Lights are sequenced to music, show run continuously every night. 6pm- 9pm weekdays, 6pm-9:30 on Friday and Saturday night. Santa will be handing out candy canes during the show on December 21st from 7pm to 9pm. Visit Facebook page for more photos.
Polk County Christmas Lights – Fort Meade, Lake Wales, Frostproof
Christmas Lights in Fort Meade
809 S Poplar Ave, Fort Meade, FL 33841
This amazing Christmas light display in Fort Meade is filled with handmade Christmas decorations and lights including the Grinch, a Nativity, and so much more. The display is on nightly from 6-9pm and 10pm on weekends.
Lynch Family Dancing Lights in Fort Meade (no display in 2024)
N Hendry Avenue, Fort, Meade FL
The Lynch Family is not having a light show this year. Facebook
Polk County Christmas Lights – Haines City, Davenport, Lake Alfred
Banbor Lights Spectacular – Davenport
7237 Mystic Brook Way Davenport, Fl 33896
The Banbor Lights Spectacular runs nightly through the Christmas season from late November – early January! Sunday- Thursday 5:30-10PM, Friday – Saturday 5:30-10:30PM. Please be sure to turn off your headlights when watching the show, do not block any driveways.
See videos on the Banbor Christmas Lights Facebook page.
Davenport Christmas Lights (unconfirmed for 2024)
365 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Davenport, FL 33896
From homeowner: “Tons of lights, we are also still adding lights daily!! Lights will be turned on around the first weekend in December.”
Haines City Christmas Lights (unconfirmed for 2024)
28 Pine Forest Ln, Haines City, FL 33844
From homeowner: Christmas lights synced to music. Over 6,000 lights. Show features 7 songs and lasts about 21 minutes. Outdoor sound system or can be listened to on our show channel 92.9 FM from the car. The display will begin the first weekend of December. Show will run nightly from 6:30-9:00 Mon-Thurs, and 6:30-10:30 Fri-Sun.
Haines City Christmas Lights (unconfirmed for 2024)
268 Barrington Dr, Haines City, FL 33844
From homeowner: We are bringing joy to our front yard with colorful family painted yard art decorations and lights. We have a dancing and singing Santa who runs from dusk to 8pm . The display can be enjoyed from your car or sidewalk. We have a classic holiday section and a holiday Horror collection featuring some of our favorite spooky guys in Christmas spirit.
Plant City Christmas Lights
McDowell Family Lights
2607 Sparkman Road, Plant City, 33566
This animated Christmas Light display will run through January 1.
Sunday – Thursday 6pm-10pm
Friday – Saturday 6pm-11pm
Masters Family Christmas in East Plant City – No light show this year
Jim Johnson Road, Plant City, 33566
Lights of Winter in East Plant City – Ended in 2019
Bella Garden Lane, Plant City, 33566
The Light of Christmas – Light Show at First Baptist Church of Plant City
Join First Baptist Church of Plant City this Christmas season for something new and unique. The Light of Christmas {formerly Glorious Night} is a spectacular synchronized light display featuring over 75,000 programmed lights, great music, and a message of hope. Come and experience The Light of Christmas, be sure to tune your radio to the music. Watch from your car or bring a blanket or chairs and sit outside to enjoy the show. This Christmas light show restarts every 40 minutes from 6-10pm but it is designed so that you can enjoy the show no matter when you arrive.
- FREE
- Nov. 26, 2024 – Jan. 1, 2025 nightly from 6-10pm
- First Baptist Church of Plant City – 3309 James L Redman Pkwy, Plant City, FL 33566
- Website (see a short preview from 2022 below)
**See our Tampa Christmas Light List for the paid attractions with Christmas Light displays in and around Plant City**
Christmas Lights Map – Christmas Lights Near You
We’ve created a map that covers all of the best Christmas Light Displays in Lakeland, Bartow, Winter Haven, Mulberry, Plant City, and across Polk County.
Christmas Light Show Near You | Christmas Light Display Near You
Walk Through Christmas Light Displays Around Lakeland and Polk County
Light Up BSP at Bonnet Springs Park
Get ready for a fantastic, FREE event packed with family-friendly activities spread across two weeks in December!
Celebrate the season at Bonnet Springs Park. In addition to the Canopy of Lights walk, each night will feature unique holiday themes and engaging activities including live music, strolling performers, face painting, pictures with Santa & Mrs. Claus, trackless train rides, craft activities, line dancing, orchestra performances, a snow machine, star gazing, and so much more! Activities vary by night – see our article for more photos of the Christmas Lights at Bonnet Springs Park: Light Up BSP.
December 13-31 | nightly from 6:00 – 8:30PM
Christmas Lights in Downtown Lakeland and Munn Park
Every year the City of Lakeland makes Downtown Lakeland magical with the addition of light displays all over Munn Park. Lights come on at dusk every night, so pick a night to eat at a great local eatery downtown, and take a stroll through the park! Or visit during one of December’s special events, such as First Friday, the Food Truck Rally, or The Holiday Night Market. See a list of upcoming events in Downtown Lakeland.
You can also find light displays around Lake Morton and Lake Mirror in the downtown area.
Dancing Christmas Tree Lights + Snowy Nights at Lakeside Village
Marvel at the magic of the holidays at Snowy Nights at Lakeside Village, where the season shines brighter than ever! Experience the centerpiece of the celebration: a dazzling 35-foot Christmas tree adorned with dancing lights synchronized to your favorite holiday tunes. Each evening, from Thursday to Saturday, the tree comes alive every hour on the hour from 6-9 pm, accompanied by swirling “snow” flurries that create a picture-perfect winter scene. November 28 – December 21.
Head to Lakeside Village to shop and dine and enjoy free holiday magic!
See a list of upcoming events at Lakeside Village. More info on their Website and Facebook page.
Starlight Nights Downtown Winter Haven
Main Street Winter Haven & The City of Winter Haven are thrilled to continue Downtown’s Winter Haven’s Holiday tradition – Starlight Nights!
Downtown Winter Haven will be dazzling with lights as we ring in the season of Holiday cheer and togetherness. Dine, shop, and enjoy a beautiful evening stroll with fun photo opportunities and surprises around every corner. You’ll be able to explore the magic of the lights as you walk around. Downtown businesses will also participate in a window decorating contest adding to the magic of the Holidays.
- FREE
- Check the Main Street Winter Haven FB page for special events during Starlight Nights
Drive Thru Christmas Lights
Wonderland of Lights in Auburndale
- International Market World Auburndale – 1052 US-92, Auburndale, FL 33823
Christmas Lights in Tampa
Head to Tampa and St. Peterburg / Clearwater to see some impressive Christmas light displays! Check out our list of Things to Do in Tampa at Christmas for a list of places to see Christmas lights including:
- Festival of Lights + Santa’s Village at the Hillsborough Fairgrounds
- Nights of Shimmering Lights in Dover
- Christmas in the Wild at ZooTampa at Lowry Park
- FREE Light Displays along the Tampa Riverwalk and in Curtis Hixon Park
- FREE Light Displays along the St. Pete Waterfront
- Drive-Thru Lights and Walk Through Lights in Clearwater
Orlando Christmas Light Displays
Take a drive to Orlando for some impressive Christmas light displays and attractions. Get details on Christmas Lights and Holiday activities in the Orlando area including:
- Dazzling Nights at Harry P. Leu Gardens
- Holidays at Disney Springs + Christmas Tree Trail
- Night of Lights at Island H20 Water Park
- Lake Nona Lights
Submit a Christmas Light Display for Lakeland Mom
If you know of a Christmas Light Display in Lakeland or the surrounding area that isn’t on our list, tell us about it and help us spread Christmas joy! Visit our Christmas Light Submission Form and we’ll get it added ASAP. You can also use this form to give feedback about any of the displays already on our list.
Christmas Events + Holiday Activities
Check out our Ultimate Guide to Christmas Events + Holiday Activities to find more things to do including Neighborhood Christmas Light Displays, FREE Christmas Events, Santa Photos, Christmas Parades, and more.