One of the best ways to celebrate the upcoming holidays is to see the captivating glow from some of the best Christmas light displays in Arkansas. Grab a hot cocoa, thick coat and hit the road to experience the magical displays!
Lights of the Ozarks – Fayetteville
One of the most popular displays in Northwest Arkansas kicks off the Friday before Thanksgiving. Watch as Fayetteville’s Historic Downtown Square is transformed to a “winter wonderland of lights.” They are open to the public and can be viewed until 1 a.m. every night of the week. Visitors can also send a letter to the North Pole throughout the season by dropping it in the Visitor Center mailbox. The 2024 Lights of the Ozarks Parade will occur Dec. 5. For more information, click here.
Enchanted Land of Lights & Legends – Pine Bluff
This holiday extravaganza is one of the state’s largest drive-through displays of holiday lights. Pine Bluff has hosted this show since 1997 and offers nearly 300 glowing displays, all from the comfort of your vehicle. For more information, click here.
Lights of the Delta – Blytheville
This Mid-South treasure has over 6 million lights and several displays for everyone. The drive-through show is surrounded by lakes and trees which offer a unique experience. Also, be sure to mark your calendars for the grilling event where you can visit with Santa while enjoying the view. For more information, click here.
Holidays at the Harbor – Mount Ida
Head over to the Mount Ida Harbor for free cookies, hot cocoa, cider and a beautiful view of Christmas lights reflecting on Lake Ouachita. Join the community after Thanksgiving for the annual lighting ceremony where you can hop on the trailer for a free hayride, enjoy live music and hear a Christmas story by Mrs. Clause and Santa. For more information, click here.
White River Wonderland – Batesville
This display has more than just Christmas lights. You can enjoy the lights from the comfort of your car or get out and walk through the whole park. Besides just the lights, you can get in a horse-drawn carriage, ride a custom-built train, skate in the ice skating rink and look at the whole display on top of a 70-foot Ferris wheel. For more information, click here.
