Christmas in Louisiana — is there anything better? If you’re on the hunt for a spectacular holiday light show to brighten up the season, look no further than Metairie’s Lafreniere Park. Every year, this massive park completely transforms into a winter wonderland that even the Grinch would approve of. It’s one of the best spots to check out the Christmas lights in Louisiana, and you won’t want to let this holiday season pass by without checking out this special display. The best part is that you never even have to leave your car to see the show. Let’s check it out.

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For more information, including ticket sales, be sure to check out the official Lafreniere Park website.

Have you ever visited the Lafreniere Park holiday display? Planning a trip this year? Let us know in the comments! For even more Christmas lights in Louisiana, take this Christmas road trip to some of our favorite holiday displays across the Pelican State. And don’t forget to check out our ultimate gift-giving guide!

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Where can I see the best light displays in Louisiana?

One of the best light displays in Louisiana is Celebration in the Oaks, an annual holiday display that’s put on in City Park.

Here, you can stroll through the massive park and see it completely transformed with millions of lights, impressive displays, and more. Visitors also have access to the Carousel Gardens where you can ride the amusement park rides, enjoy some hot chocolate, and maybe even roast a marshmallow or two under the glow of Christmas lights. 

What are the best Christmas towns in Louisiana?

Some of the best Christmas towns in Louisiana include:

  • Minden
  • Natchitoches
  • Alexandria-Pineville
  • Christmas in Roseland in Shreveport

 

Louisiana may not have a white Christmas, but that doesn’t stop us from decking the halls and embracing the Christmas spirit. There are plenty of incredible Christmas towns in Louisiana that will make your holiday season merry and bright, but few can compare to Natchitoches. Louisiana's oldest city is home to the Natchitoches Christmas Festival, a six-week-long celebration that’s been a tradition since 1927.

What are the best holiday events in Louisiana?

One holiday event in Louisiana that’s fun for all ages is visiting LARC’s Acadian Village. Now, this village is an amazing place to visit year-round, but during the month of December, it transforms into a dazzling Christmas light show that you can walk through and enjoy food and beverages while seeing what life was like for early Acadians in the early 1800s. The lights stay up all month long, but be sure to get your tickets early, before they sell out!

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