There’s something truly magical about celebrating the holiday season in Rhode Island. Between the events and festivities in towns like Newport, East Greenwich, and Wickford as well as holiday performances in Providence, there’s no shortage of Christmas spirit around the state. And then there are all of the holiday light displays. One such festive display of lights is Wawaloam Campground’s Holiday Lights Festival, one of the only drive-thru holiday attractions in Rhode Island, and it’s definitely worth experiencing!

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Have you ever been to Wawaloam Campground for its Holiday Lights Festival, one of the only drive-thru holiday attractions in Rhode Island? Does your family have a favorite holiday tradition? Let us know! Create a beautiful new memory together with your friends and family by purchasing Holiday Lights Festival tickets on the Wawaloam Campground website. You can also follow Wawaloam Campground on Facebook.

If you’re looking for the perfect gifts for friends and family this year, check out the OnlyInYourState Holiday Gift Guide!

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Christmas In Rhode Island

Where can I find the best holiday light displays in Rhode Island?

The following are some of the best holiday light displays in Rhode Island:

  • Confreda Farms in Hope also hosts a drive-thru holiday lights experience. The Holiday Light Show has become a family favorite.
  • Conway Christmas Lights Extravaganza in Coventry is an extraordinary neighborhood lights display that people from all over the state come to see.
  • The Pawtucket Winter Wonderland at Slater State Park in Pawtucket is a festive event featuring train rides, carousel rides, visits with Santa, hay rides, 30 acres filled with Christmas lights and displays, a 650-foot Christmas tree, and so much more!

 

What are the best Christmas towns in Rhode Island? 

Among the best Christmas towns in Rhode Island that offer lights, festivities, and events are the following:

  • Newport: The halls of the mansions are decked, the store windows along Thames Street are decorated, there’s a tree lighting, and more. Newport is absolutely charming this time of year!
  • Bristol: This seaside town has its very own festival that will make your holidays merry and bright.
  • Wickford Village: I loved coming here around the holidays as a child. It’s beyond festive this time of year!
  • Westerly: Step inside The Ocean House and you’ll see the spirit of the season throughout its lobby.

 

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