7 Christmas Light Displays In New Hampshire That Are Pure Holiday Magic
By Ken MacGray|Published November 07, 2023
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Ken MacGray
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Hey! I'm a freelance writer and guidebook author. I've authored "New Hampshire's 52 With A View - A Hiker's Guide", serve as editor of Appalachian Mountain Club's "Southern New Hampshire Trail Guide", and and am co-editor of the "White Mountain Guide", also for AMC. I'm currently beginning work on the 6th Edition of AMC's Southern New Hampshire Trail Guide, which will be published in 2025. I live in southern New Hampshire and can usually be found wandering throughout the state's mountains and forests.
My childhood memories of Christmas lights are those of my dad trying to untangle them after they’d been stored in the attic all year long. So it’s pretty impressive to see a well-organized display comprised of thousands of lights that both work flawlessly and are visually appealing. Along with snow, holiday sales, and the dreaded fruitcake, Christmas lights are an essential part of the season. So if you’ve been wondering, “Where can I view Christmas lights near me?”, here are seven impressive displays that don’t require an electrical engineering degree to appreciate.
The Mousseau and Roy Family puts on a spectacular display at their residence at 75 Pelham Rd. in Hudson. The lights are also synchronized to music played by a local radio station. For more information, visit Hudson Christmas on Facebook.
New Hampshire Motor Speedway isn't just home to NASCAR races. At Christmas time, the facility turns into an incredible drive-thru experience for the senses. For more information, visit the Gift Of Lights website.
Portsmouth is home to some of the oldest private homes in the state (and country). Strawberry Banke's Candlelight Stroll provides a chance to travel from one historic house to another, guided by hundreds of candlelit lanterns. For more information, visit the Strawberry Banke Museum website.
With a name like Santa's Village, you know there's going to be great Christmas lights, right? In addition to beautiful light displays, there are many other events taking place during the holiday season. For more information, visit the Santa's Village website.
This is another homemade neighborhood display located at 13 Country Side Drive in Nashua. Hosts Whitney and Nic deck out their house with the finest of holiday adornments for all to appreciate. For more information, visit Whitney & Nic's Winter WonderLand on Facebook.
Charmingfare Farm's "Santa's Christmas" event not only features a lovely light display, but also a visit to the "North Pole," complimentary treats from Mrs. Claus’ Bakery, reindeer, a campfire, and much more. For more information, visit the Charmingfare Farm website.
Add to Labelle Winery's liquid holiday cheer by visiting their LaBelle Lights event. The display features over a million twinkling lights arranged in outdoor displays along a walking path through the property. For more information, visit the Labelle Winery website.
There are many neighborhood displays of Christmas lights near me and I bet your neighborhood has them too. Grab your warmest jacket and head out to see what you can find!
