The Greater Peoria Area is already shining bright for the holiday season! From dazzling synchronized light shows to charming winter wonderlands, we're rounding up the area's must-see Christmas light displays. Bundle up, grab your hot cocoa and hit the road for a little holiday magic!
A Guide For Holiday Lights Viewing
Here is your checklist for the brightest stops with all the details we could gather for the best tour experience:
Commercial Light Displays
East Peoria Festival of Lights | East Peoria: Nov. 21 to Jan. 3
Celebrate one of Central Illinois' favorite holiday traditions! The East Peoria Festival of Lights features its beloved Parade of Lights and Folepi's Winter Wonderland, a drive-through display filled with illuminated holiday scenes and festive cheer.
Holiday Lights at the Ballpark | Peoria: Nov. 13 to Jan. 2
Dozer Park is getting a magical holiday makeover with more than one million lights transforming the ballpark into a winter wonderland! Walk across the playing field, explore immersive displays and enjoy light shows synchronized to music. Families can also enjoy train rides, holiday crafts, letters to Santa, fire pits and visits with Santa on select nights.
Luthy Lights | Peoria: Nov. 27 to Jan. 23
Luthy Lights is a walk-through holiday experience throughout Luthy Botanical Garden, with illuminated displays, seasonal décor and festive touches throughout the Garden.
Lincoln Park Lights | Galesburg: Nov. 27 to Dec. 31
Experience the magic of the holiday season at Lincoln Park Lights in Galesburg, featuring a dazzling display of festive lights and holiday cheer. Stroll through the illuminated park and enjoy a magical winter wonderland perfect for the whole family!
Residential Light Displays
Bartonville
- Lights on Sandron
- Location: 4812 Sandron Ave, Bartonville, IL 61607
Chillicothe
- Lights on Old Galena
- Location: 18103 North Old Galena Road, Chillicothe, IL 61523
Creve Coeur
- Skinner's Animated Light Show
- Location: 300 Lawnridge Drive, Creve Coeur, IL
Dunlap
- The Gawelek Christmas Light Show
- Location: 11732 N Bristol Drive, Dunlap, IL 61525
- Walker Winter Wonderland
- Location: 1428 W Grandridge Ct., Dunlap, IL 61523
Edelstein
- Lake Shore Lights
- Location: 412 E Lake Shore Drive, Edelstein, IL
Morton
- Lights on Main Street
- Location: 707 S. Main Street, Morton, IL 61550
- That House On Nebraska
- Location: 417 N. Nebraska Ave, Morton, IL 61550
Pekin
- Merryland on Maryland
- Location: 2104 Maryland Court, Pekin, IL 61554
- Rex’s Light Show
- Location: 2632 Sydney Place, Pekin, IL 61554
Peoria
- Peoria Lights/Beacon Road Illuminations
- Location: 6431 W Beacon Street, Peoria
- Turner Family Lights
- Location: 6617 W. Jones Road, Peoria, IL 61604
Washington
- Bright Lights on Firethorn
- Location: 905 Firethorn Drive, Washington, IL 61571-2360
- Griswold Way Lights
- Location: 1413 Jadens Way, Washington, IL 61571
- Stellar Lights
- Location: 307 Mary Street, Washington, IL 61571
- Wounded Warrior Project Christmas Lights Display
- Location: 511 James Parkway, Washington, IL 61571
Tips for Your Light Tour
- Tune In: Many animated shows broadcast music on a low-power FM radio station. Look for signs near the display for the correct frequency!
- Go Early: Displays are always busiest on weekend nights. For a smoother drive, go early in the week.
- Check Hours: Residential displays typically run from dusk until 9:00 PM or 10:00 PM. Displays may be weather-dependent.
- Donations: Many houses have donation boxes for local charities, making these drive-by displays a great way to give back this holiday season!
- Headlights: Remember to dim your headlights for a better experience for you and the others watching!
- Parking: Pull off as far to the side of the road as you can to avoid causing traffic jams.
We hope this list gives you a great start to your holiday season. Let us know of any homes we’re missing! Happy gazing!
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