As the holidays draw near, the Harrisburg region transforms into a glowing landscape of twinkling displays, festive trails, and immersive winter attractions. From dazzling drive-through spectacles in Hershey and Elizabethtown to charming walk-through villages and neighborhood light shows, Central Pennsylvania offers something magical for every kind of holiday outing. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly adventure, a romantic evening stroll, or a low-key local display, this guide highlights the best places to see Christmas lights in and around Harrisburg for the 2025 season.
Christmas Magic “A Festival of Lights”
Rocky Ridge County Park, 3699 Deininger Road, York
A walk-through woodland half-mile trail (stroller/ADA friendly) illuminated by more than one million LED lights and festive scenes. Good for family-friendly strolls, holiday photos, hot chocolate and snacks. Event hours are Monday-Thursday: 6:00pm to 9:00pm; Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Cost is $12 for adults and $7 for children. Advanced tickets are required.
Hersheypark Christmas Candylane
100 West Hersheypark Drive, Hershey
Features 5 million lights, a festive NOEL light show synchronized to music, rides & roller-coasters (weather permitting), hot chocolate, Santa & reindeer, and holiday entertainment. Ends January 4, 2026
8th Annual Christmas Lights Drive-Thru 2025
1160 North Market Street. Elizabethtown
Celebrate the traditions and true meaning of Christmas with your loved ones from the comfort of your vehicle. Experience a spectacular 3-mile Christmas Light Drive-Thru which features over 1 MILLION brilliant LED lights and expressions of the Christmas message. Cost is $30 per vehicle (up to 8 passengers). Ends January 3, 2026
The Christmas Tree Showcase
170 Hotel Road, Hershey
Our signature holiday event features ten colorful tree displays with twinkling lights; each unique tree is created by a talented local designer. Guests can enjoy a pair of 14-foot and 8-foot poinsettia and tropical trees, plus the historic Hersheypark Comet coaster car is back for family photo ops and the Butterfly Atrium will be decorated for the holidays! Ends December 31.
Hershey Sweet Lights
1183 Sandbeach Road, Hershey
From the comfort of their cars, guests can enjoy two miles of fields and wooded trails decorated with more than 500 illuminated, animated displays, including The 12 Days of Christmas, an Enchanted Forest, Hersheypark rides, Hershey Bears hockey, as well as a region inspired by the Northern Lights. Cost for single cars (seats up to eight people) range from $29.99 to $42.99. Ends January 4.
Linglestown Lights
5780 Stillwell Court, Harrisburg
A neighborhood neighborhood/community-based light show with over 50,000 lights synchronized to holiday music. It typically runs in the evenings (with show times often around 5 PM–9 PM or 5 PM–10 PM on weekends
Refreshing Mountain Christmas Light Adventures
455 Camp Rd, Stevens, PA
Get into the spirit of Christmas and make memories that will last a lifetime. We provide a festive atmosphere and amazing winter activities to enjoy Christmas Lights this holiday season. Our property is adorned with hundreds of thousands of beautiful Christmas-time lights displaying the supernatural mystery of Christmas for you and your family. Choose from a walking experience or a zipline experience.