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Christmas and Holiday Light Show Displays near Carver County Minnesota

2023 Drive-Through and Walk-Through Displays

By Jamie Schlechter, Macaroni Kid Publisher November 24, 2022

The twinkle, colors, flashing and music, we all love to be amazed by the beauty of a wonderful Holiday Light Display.

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*All shows are weather permitting

This guide includes FREE and paid Christmas and Holiday Light Show displays near and around Carver County and Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

2023 LIST IS IN THE PROCESS OF UPDATING - PLEASE CHECK BACK SOON!

FEATURED HOLIDAY LIGHT SHOWS

GLOW HOLIDAY FESTIVAL
CHS Field, 360 N. Broadway St. Saint Paul, MN 55101

The magical outdoor walk-through experience promises to dazzle guests with a mesmerizing display of millions of twinkling lights, sparkling arches, whimsical sculptures, beautifully illuminated vignettes, and exhilarating outdoor fun that includes a Giant Snowy Slide, Vixen’s Zip Line, sElfie Plaza and more! The magical elements come together to create an incredible winter festival for all to enjoy while embracing the season of giving.

2023 GLOW Holiday Festival Dates/Times: 

  • Nov. 16, 2023 – Dec. 31, 2023
  • Entry times begin every hour starting at 5:00pm each night. 
  • The last reserved entry time is 8:00pm. 
  • Tickets are $20.75 for Adult General Admission; $12.75 for Children (ages 4-17) Kids 3 and under are Free
  • Purchase tickets online

SEVER'S HOLIDAY LIGHTS
3121 150th Street West Shakopee, MN 55379


LOCAL HOLIDAY LIGHT SHOW HOMES

CHRISTMAS ON SAVANNA
4441 Savanna Trail, Chaska, MN 55318
Christmas on Savanna is a Family Holiday Display synced to Christmas Music.

2023 Christmas on Savanna Dates/Times:

  • November 20, 2023 - December 26, 2023
  • Nightly from 5:00 - 9:00 PM
  • Tune Radio to 91.9 FM
  • FREE to view
  • Weather permitting
  • Please don't block driveways and be respectful of neighbors.
  • Turn off your headlights
  • Please keep your music at a reasonable volume

LIGHT SHOWS AT MN BUSINESS

WINTER LIGHTS AT THE MINNESOTA LANDSCAPE ARBORETUM
3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska MN 55318

Stroll through the Arboretum gardens decked out in Winter Lights. 


SPIRIT OF WINTER – FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
9950 North Shore Rd Waconia, MN 55387
The Spirit of Winter is a 20-acre walk-thru light display throughout Sovereign Estate Winery. 


CANADIAN PACIFIC HOLIDAY TRAIN
Photo credit: Canadian Pacific


CELEBRATE THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD
Robbins Island Regional Park North Highway 71, Willmar MN 56201

Free Drive-Thru Display with over 800,000 Christmas Lights.


BENTLEYVILLE
700 Railroad St, Duluth, MN 55802

Bentleyville Walk-Through Tour of Lights.


KIWANIS HOLIDAY LIGHTS
Sibley Park 900 Mound Ave, Mankato, MN 56001

Kiwanis Holiday Lights is a walk-through or drive-through experience.


When you come across a great display please let us know. You can send an email to Jamies@macaronikid.com. We would love to share it with Macaroni KID readers!

Please note shows may cancel without notice, check links before making the drive if in question.


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