While the winter weather might not be everyone’s favorite, it’s the perfect excuse for a dazzling, must-see family adventure! Prepare for a breathtaking trip to some of the most amazing light displays you can imagine.
There’s a pure, electric joy in those twinkling lights—a magic that captures the spirit of the season, even for us adults! Is it the contagious grins on our little ones’ faces as they gaze in wonder? Or perhaps it’s that giddy feeling of being a kid again? Whatever the reason, these spots are where holiday memories are made!
We’ve got you completely covered with the ultimate, sparkling guide to holiday lights in Central Mass and beyond! Get ready to grab your family, bundle up, and dive into the most festive journey of the season!
A huge thank you to The Herd in Holliston, MA for sponsoring this guide!
Night Lights at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill (Boylston, MA)
November 22, 2025 to January 4, 2026 | 4-10 PM Daily
This is a winter light display like no other in the region! There is a mesmerizing array of radiant, colorful, and glowing lights, and an ice skating rink! They also have s’mores, seasonal drinks, a model train, shopping, and awesome photo opportunities for the entire family. It is one of the most spectacular light shows!
Southwick’s Zoo Winter Wonderland (Mendon, MA)
November 22, 2025 to December 28, 2025 | Thursday – Sunday | 5PM – Close
New England’s favorite zoo (and ours too!) is transformed into a Winter Wonderland with illuminated lights and displays throughout the zoo. The experience is a MUST for everyone in Central Mass. Last year, we stayed for hours enjoying the lights and food! Every year, Santa is our kids’ favorite! The light displays are beautiful, and there are so many photo opportunities.
Lancaster Celebration of Lights (Lancaster, MA)
November 28, 2025 to January 3, 2026 | Open Daily Starting at 5PM
This light display is a drive-thru of over 1 million LED lights featuring a 90-foot Christmas Tree and a 300-foot multi-colored tunnel. This glittering display is located in Lancaster. Tickets can be purchased in advance via credit card or other electronic payment method. On-site tickets are available, but advance ticket purchase is recommended on their website—each ticket is a single carload.
Red Apple Farm Winter Lights (Phillipston, MA)
Kicks off November 28th, 2025
Once again, Red Apple Farm is hosting its annual Winter Lights. They have created a unique interactive light experience filled with many new features and interactive installations for the entire family to enjoy. The winter festival includes food and beverages throughout the farm. They have a full BBQ-style restaurant (which is amazing!), brick oven pizza, The Cidery, and their farm store.
LaSalette Christmas Festival of Lights (Attleboro, MA)
November 22, 2025 to January 4, 2026 | Open Daily from 5PM-9PM
The “Rejoice In Hope” beautiful display of lights spans over 10 acres of property at the LaSalette Shrine. A little bit out of the Central Mass region, but well worth the quick drive. Traffic and parking can get tricky during busy times because people from all over come to see this display. The display lights up every evening from 5-9 PM. It is well worth it! Make sure to head inside and grab a hot chocolate before your walk.
Christmas Nights in The Lights (Stowe Farm, Millbury, MA)
November 29, 2025 to December 14th, 2025 | Saturday & Sunday Only from 3PM-7PM
During the holiday season, Stowe Farm transforms into a sparkling winter wonderland! Stroll through twinkling light displays, cozy up by the fire with hot cocoa, and make memories under the glow of the festive lights. Perfect for the entire family, they offer photos with Santa, visits from the Grinch, seasonal treats, and holiday cheer.
Winter in Wooville at Polar Park (Worcester, MA)
14 Dates starting on December 4, 2025 | Thursdays-Sundays + 12/22-12/23 from 6pm-9pm
The festival includes a dazzling holiday lights walkthrough, holiday music performed by local bands, and a host of activities for children and families. Like cookie decorating, ornament making, holiday card making, and face painting. Visits to see Santa Claus at the Sherwood’s Diner. Photos and autographs from the Central MASScots: Smiley Ball; Woofster the WonderDog; Roberto the Rocket; and Clara, the Heart of the Commonwealth, and grab photos at a 30-foot Christmas tree in centerfield on the CCUA Summit Street Playground. Fans can also stroll through a “Charity Tree Village” featuring Christmas trees decorated by nonprofits in the region. A “Merry, Merry Market” featuring local artisans, vendors, and small businesses presents holiday shopping opportunities.
ZooLights at Stone Zoo (Boston, MA)
November 14, 2025 to January 4, 2026 (Closed Nov. 27 and Dec. 25) | Hours are 4PM-9:30PM
Step into a sparkling winter wonderland and stroll along tree-lined paths aglow with thousands of
twinkling lights. There are festive displays and animal residents to see throughout the zoo—adding to the holiday magic.
Festival of Lights at Edaville Family Theme Park (Carver, MA)
November 28, 2025 to December 28, 2025 | Friday, Saturday, and Sundays
One of New England’s oldest Christmas traditions is filled with steam trains, Christmas lights, food, local businesses and crafters, Santa, and vintage amusement rides.
Amarante’s Winter Wonderland (Dayville, CT)
Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day | Open Daily from 5PM-9PM
If you live in South Central MA, you must take a trip to this beautiful display of lights located at a home! Yup, this display is a walk-through in a family’s yard where you can see a stunning display of lights. With over 185,000 lights on display, a gift shop, and they partner with local non-profit organizations for charitable giving throughout their season.
Holiday Lights Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo (Providence, RI)
November 28, 2025 to January 4, 2026 | Open Daily, closed 12/24 & 12/25)
Their annual Holiday Lights Spectacular is a walk-through experience just in time for the holidays. It features 40 acres of larger-than-life luminous displays. This year, they have over 3.5 million twinkling lights! We went a few years ago, and we absolutely loved it! We went during the week, so it was pretty empty on a warmer night so which made for a perfect experience for both adults and kiddos! Hours are 5-9:30 PM.
Bright Nights at Forest Park (Springfield, MA)
November 26, 2025 to January 4, 2026 (closed 12/1-12/2) | Hours are 5PM-9PM
Bright Nights at Forest Park is a bit of a drive out to western Massachusetts, but worth it. Since 1995, this drive-through holiday experience has enchanted visitors with its wide variety of extravagant lighting displays.
Silver Bell Nights at Silver Bell Farm (Monson, MA)
November 21, 2025 – January 3, 2026
During the event, all areas of the farm are illuminated by hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights. The event includes a 3/4-mile walking trail on the gravel paths and carriage trails of the farm, guiding you through unique and festive themes, interactive experiences, and photo ops. Highlights include the Peppermint Forest, Fall Harvest, Silver Bell Angels, the North Pole, Elf Workshop, the Silver Bell Dino Reserve, several Light Tunnels, and of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus!
Children will also enjoy our illuminated play areas and unlimited Barrel Train rides (weather permitting). Indulge in festive treats and hot cocoa, available for purchase from the City Cidewalk Cafe, and stop by our brand new gift shop for unique ornaments, toys, and farm-made candles.
We love seeing families come together and enjoy events like the ones listed above, so make sure to tag Central Mass Mom on Facebook and Instagram so we can hear all about the fun your family is having when visiting these light displays!
