As the holiday season approaches, you'll want to start filling up your calendar with all of the incredible holiday events going around in the city. One of the most popular holiday traditions is, of course, checking out all of the Christmas lights, and we've got some of our favorite places to go when you're on the search for the best Christmas lights near New Orleans. Whether it's date night or a whole family excursion, all of these events are excellent ways to celebrate the holidays.

1. The Roosevelt Hotel

It's not Christmas in New Orleans until you take a stroll through The Roosevelt Hotel's lobby. For years now this beautiful display has delighted visitors offering one of the most gorgeous celebrations of light and celebration in New Orleans.

2. Canal Street Lighting Ceremony

This beautiful Christmas event in New Orleans will create a moment for the city to come together and celebrate the beauty of the Christmas tree. The ceremonial lighting takes place right around Thanksgiving and the lights shine through the New Year.

3. Celebration in the Oaks at City Park

Each year thousands of visitors flock to City Park for one of the most breathtaking light displays you'll find anywhere. There is truly something for everyone here--whether you decide to take the walking or the driving tour, this is easily one of the most popular Christmas light displays near New Orleans.

4. Luna Fete

For one of the most unique Christmas light displays in New Orleans, check out Luna Fete. Using the city as the canvas, Luna Fete combines holiday lights with laser lights and incredible displays peppered around downtown New Orleans for an incredible mash-up of technology and tradition that you just need to see for yourself. This year, the festivities take place December 15-18, 2022 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Pedestrian Park.

How many of these beautiful places have you enjoyed? Do you have a favorite display that you would like to investigate? Let us know what you think in the comments below. We love to hear your feedback! If you need some more convincing on spending your Christmas in New Orleans, here are seven reasons why Christmas in New Orleans is simply the best.