Nothing gets people in the holiday spirit quite like brilliant displays of sparkling lights and festive decorations! Whether you’re looking for a magical evening with family or a romantic date night, Oklahoma offers an incredible array of holiday light displays. From drive-through extravaganzas to walkable winter wonderlands, we’ve compiled the ultimate guide to finding the perfect light display for your holiday adventures.
Quick Navigation
- Tulsa Metro Area
- Tulsa
- Broken Arrow
- Bixby
- Sapulpa
- Neighborhood Displays
- Oklahoma City Metro
- Downtown OKC
- Edmond
- Yukon
- Midwest City
- Other Oklahoma Cities
- Muskogee
- Bartlesville
- Additional Cities
Tulsa Metro Area
Tulsa
Botanic Garden of Lights
- Dates: Nov. 29-Dec. 1, Dec. 5-8, Dec. 12-23, Dec. 26-30
- Times: 5-9 p.m.
- Location: Tulsa Botanic Garden, 3900 Tulsa Botanic Dr.
- Features: Two acres of illuminated gardens, Botanical Saint Nick, children’s train rides, cocktails and jazz, s’mores kits, and fire pits
- Note: Timed entry tickets required; book early as popular times sell out quickly
Philbrook Festival
- Dates: Through December 31
- Location: 2727 S. Rockford Rd.
- Features: Thousands of garden lights, train rides, live music, Lego Village, and museum access
- Special Note: Professional lighting display crafted by 15+ year partnership
- Requires advance timed entry tickets
Gathering Place Winter Wonderland
- Location: 2650 S. John Williams Way E.
- Dates: Throughout December
- Features: Thousands of lights, entertainment, and festive foods
Utica Square
- Location: 1709 Utica Square
- Starting: Thanksgiving Day
- Features: Beautifully lit trees, Santa visits, Christmas caroling
Jolly Lane Lights
- Dates: Nov. 22-Jan. 1
- Times: Mon-Thu 5:30-10pm, Fri-Sun 5:30-10:30pm
- Location: Admiral Twin Drive-In, 7355 E. Easton St.
- Features: Mile-long drive-through animated light show synchronized to music
Magical Lights Adventure
- Dates: Nov. 22-Dec. 30
- Times: Sun-Thu 5:30-10pm, Fri-Sat 5:30-10:30pm
- Location: Tulsa Raceway Park, 3101 N. Garnett Rd.
- Features: Mile-long music-synced drive-thru show with themed sections and tunnels
Chandler Park “Lights on the Hill”
- Location: 6500 W. 21st St. (Sand Springs area)
- Starting: November 29 at 6 p.m.
- Features: Walk or drive-through options available
Broken Arrow
Rhema Christmas Lights
- Dates: Nov. 27, 2024-Jan. 1, 2025
- Times: 5:30-11:30pm daily
- Location: 1025 W. Kenosha St.
- Features:
- Over 2,000,000 lights across 100 acres
- 50-figure nativity scene
- Synchronized musical shows
- Horse-drawn carriage rides
- Hot cocoa, apple cider, and funnel cakes
- Free admission
Sapulpa
Route 66 Christmas Chute
- Opens: Nov. 14, 2024
- Location: Downtown Sapulpa
- Features:
- 800-foot-long canopies with Christmas ornaments
- Ten themed areas
- Weekly events and shopping
- Heated domed igloos (reservation required)
- Carriage rides for up to 4 people (reservation required)
Tulsa Neighborhood Displays
Many local neighborhoods create stunning residential light displays. Here are some of the best areas to drive through:
- Swan Lake (Utica Ave. and 17th St.)
- Maple Ridge (15th-31st St. between Riverside and Peoria Ave.)
- Silver Chase (101st St. between Riverside and Yale Ave.)
- Forest Park South (104th St. and Sheridan Ave.)
- Terwilleger Heights (S. Terwilleger Blvd.)
- Florence Park (21st St. and Harvard Ave.)
Oklahoma City Metro
Downtown OKC
Automobile Alley
- Location: Downtown Oklahoma City
- Features: Building displays and street decorations
Bricktown Holiday Displays
- Locations: Throughout Bricktown and along the canal
- Features: Decorated waterfront, themed displays
Scissortail Park
- Location: Downtown Oklahoma City
- Features: Park-wide light displays
Edmond
Edmond Electric’s Luminance
- Location: Downtown Edmond and Mitch Park
- Features: Walk-through light displays
Other OKC Metro Displays
- Downs Family Lights
- Midwest City Holiday Lights
- OKC Zoo Safari Lights
- Miranda Family Lights
- Nichols Hills Displays
Other Oklahoma Cities
Muskogee
Castle Christmas
- Dates: Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve
- Times: 5:30-10pm nightly
- Location: The Castle of Muskogee
- Features:
- 2,000+ holiday displays
- Santa visits on weekends
- Holiday hayrides
- Castleton train rides
- Camel rides
- Free drive-through (donations accepted)
Garden of Lights at Honor Heights Park
- Dates: Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day
- Times: 5:30-10pm (Sun-Thu), 5:30-11pm (Fri-Sat)
- Features: 1,000,000+ LED lights
- Cost: Free Mon-Tue, $10 per car Wed-Sun
Bartlesville
Woolaroc Wonderland of Lights
- Dates: Weekends through December 18
- Times: 5-9pm
- Features:
- 750,000+ lights
- Unique drive-through route
- Santa visits inside museum
- Cost: Adults $7, Children (12 & under) $2, Under 3 free
Fantasy Land of Lights
- Dates: Through December 30
- Location: Johnstone Park
- Features:
- Musical light tunnel
- Bartlesville nativity scene
- Santa in biplane display
- Free admission (donations appreciated)
Additional Cities
- Ardmore Festival of Lights
- Holiday in the Park (Lawton)
- Purcell Lights from the Heart
- Crystal Christmas
- Festival of Angels (Ponca City)
Tips for Viewing
- Plan Ahead: Many displays require advance tickets or have specific viewing hours
- Dress Warmly: Many displays offer walking options
- Bring Cash: Some free displays accept donations, and many have concessions
- Avoid Peak Times: Weekend evenings tend to be busiest
- Check Weather: Some displays may close during inclement weather
- Follow Social Media: Many displays post updates about special events and closure information
Conclusion
Oklahoma truly comes alive during the holiday season, with each city and neighborhood adding its own special magic to the celebration. Whether you’re looking for a grand display like Rhema’s two million lights or a cozy neighborhood drive, there’s something for everyone. Make this holiday season memorable by visiting one (or many!) of these spectacular light displays. Remember to check individual websites or social media pages for the most up-to-date information on hours, prices, and special events.
Don’t forget to tag your photos with #OKHolidayLights to share your experience with others! Happy holidays and enjoy the magical lights of Oklahoma!
Note: All dates and times are for the 2024 holiday season. Please verify current information before visiting, as schedules and features may change.
