It’s the season for twinkling light displays, and drive-through Christmas lights in NJ are the best (and warmest) way to see thousands of beautiful sparkling lights. Whether going into a tunnel of lights, past larger-than-life sparkling Santa scenes, or spying hundreds of glimmering candy canes, these drive-through Christmas lights in NJ will put the whole family in a merry mood. So grab some hot cocoa, turn up the Christmas music, and head to one of these bright spots below. Looking for the big guy? Check out our guide on where to see Santa in NJ this year. (featured photo credit: @jsovs)
7 Places To See Drive-Through Christmas Lights In NJ This Holiday Season
North Jersey
Christmas Light Show & Village – November 22-December 30, select dates
With over two million brilliant lights, your littles will be amazed by all the sparkle and shine on this mile-long course. Afterward, head to the village to spot Santa, listen to live music, dine on hot cocoa and s’mores, and shop at local artisan shops.
Cost: TBA
Skylands Stadium, 94 Championship Pl., Augusta, NJ 07822
Orchard of Lights at Demarest Farms – November 22-December 29
Start your engine and explore 32 acres of holiday light displays at Demarest Farms. You can also warm up by the fire pit with s’mores, enjoy hot cocoa and treats in the retail farm market, and take pictures with Santa while listening to Santa’s reindeer singing.
Cost: $35 per car
Demarest Farms, 244 Wierimus Rd., Hillsdale, NJ 07642
Central Jersey
Magic of Lights New Jersey – November 22-January 4
Experience the dazzling lights display entirely from the comfort of your car. Set your radio to their light show station, and then enjoy festive music as you drive through a merry arrangement of Christmas lights, trees, and decorations.
Cost: Prices to be announced
PNC Bank Arts Center, 116 Garden State Pkwy, Holmdel, NJ 07733
Winter WonderLights – November 29-January 5
New Jersey’s largest animated holiday light show will dazzle your whole family with over 1.5 million lights dancing to your favorite holiday music. The trees, the tunnels, and a tribute to first responders and US armed forces are just a sample of what you will see on the half-mile drive.
Cost: $30-$40 per car depending on the date or $75 unlimited season pass per car; guests are encouraged to buy their tickets online
655 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
South Jersey
Creamy Acre Farms Night of Lights – November 24-December 23
This dairy farm transforms every holiday into a Christmas Wonderland filled with lights, a Musical Dancing Tree light show, and bright displays all tuned up to their private holiday radio station. There will also be concessions, a country store, fire pits, and Santa.
Cost: $35 per vehicle online, $40 at the gate
448 Lincoln Mill Road, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
Take a ride through Gloucester County’s ultimate animated light show in the heart of South Jersey and a winner on The Great Christmas Light Fight show. See over 8 million animated lights and the joy through a child’s eyes, from the anticipation on Christmas Eve to the joys of Christmas morning. This mile-long display synchronized to music on your car radio will not disappoint.
217 Berlin-Cross Keys Road, Williamstown, NJ 08081
Holidig Drive-Thru Light Show at Diggerland USA – November 15-January 12
At America’s only construction theme and water park, you can see trucks, equipment, and scenery lit up for the season. As you drive on the course, you’ll discover tunnels, festive treats, and lots of lights along the way. Don’t forget to tune into Diggerland USA’s radio station to get into the holiday spirit.
Cost: $36.99
Diggerland USA, 100 Pinedge Drive, West Berlin, NJ 08091
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