Christmas lights in St. Louis 2026
22 holiday light displays and events around St. Louis from Nov 1 to Jan 3: 4 light trails and displays, 2 drive-throughs, 6 tree lightings and lighted parades and 2 free. They are spread over 11 areas on both sides of the river, with the most in South City, St. Charles and Belleville. Checked every morning.
This weekend
Fri, Oct 30 – Sun, Nov 1 · 1 event
Light trails & displays
Walk-through trails, gardens and the zoo · 4 listings
Wild Lights
Saint Louis Zoo · Forest Park
From $16about $32+ for 2, 2 × $16 and up, before feesZoo holiday light walk
Way of Lights Display at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
Christmas lights display
Drive-through lights
Stay in the car · 2 listings
Santa's Magical Kingdom
Santa's Magical Kingdom · West County
From $35about $140+ for a family of 4 (est.), 4 × $35 and up (no kids’ price listed), before feesDrive-through holiday lights
Tree lightings & lighted parades
6 listings
Holiday festivals
Carolers, Santa and street festivals · 4 listings
Listings come from attractions’, venues’ and organizers’ own websites and calendars. Hours change with the weather and sell-outs, so check the official page before you go.