The Best Christmas Lights in Arkansas

One of the best ways to celebrate the holidays is to see the captivating glow from some of the best Christmas light displays in Arkansas. Grab a hot cocoa, thick coat and hit the road to experience the magical displays!

Lights of the Ozarks – Fayetteville

One of the most popular displays in Northwest Arkansas kicks off the Friday before Thanksgiving. Watch as Fayetteville’s Historic Downtown Square is transformed into a “winter wonderland of lights.” The lights are open to the public and can be viewed until 1 a.m. every night of the week during the season. Visitors can also send a letter to the North Pole throughout the season. For more information, click here.

Photo courtesy of Experience Fayetteville

Enchanted Land of Lights & Legends – Pine Bluff

This holiday extravaganza is the state’s largest drive-through holiday light exhibition. Pine Bluff has hosted this show since 1997 and showcases over 240 glowing displays, which you can enjoy all from the comfort of your vehicle. For more information, click here.

Photo courtesy of Pine Bluff Chamber of Commerce

Lights of the Delta – Blytheville

This Mid-South treasure has over 6 million lights and several displays for everyone. The drive-through show is surrounded by lakes and trees which offer a unique experience. Also, be sure to mark your calendars for the grilling event where you can visit with Santa while enjoying the view. For more information, click here.

Photo courtesy of Lights of the Delta

Holidays at the Harbor – Mount Ida

Head over to the Mount Ida Harbor for free cookies, hot cocoa, cider and a beautiful view of Christmas lights reflecting on Lake Ouachita. Join the community after Thanksgiving for the annual lighting ceremony where you can hop on the trailer for a free hayride, enjoy live music and hear a Christmas story by Mrs. Claus. For more information, click here

Photo courtesy of Mountain Harbor

White River Wonderland – Batesville

This display has more than just Christmas lights. You can enjoy the lights from the comfort of your car or get out and walk through the whole park. Besides just the lights, you can get in a horse-drawn carriage, ride a custom-built train, skate on the ice skating rink and look at the whole display from the top of a 70-foot Ferris wheel. For more information, click here.

Photo courtesy of Batesville Chamber of Commerce