The Christmas season just might be the most beautiful time of the year in Missouri. Unfortunately, it's also one of the coldest times, sometimes making it uncomfortable to head to outdoor attractions over the holiday season! The solution? Drive-thru displays! These seven drive-thru displays of Christmas lights in Missouri allow you to stay warm and toasty as you get into the holiday spirit.
1. Let There Be Lights – Branson
Tune your radio to 106.9 K-KLAUS as you wind your way through the Let There Be Lights Drive-Thru Light Show in Branson. The two-mile lights display boasts countless shimmering Christmas lights. It also bills itself as the largest drive-thru Christmas lights display in the Ozarks. If you're still in the mood for some Christmas fun after your drive, opt for Santa's VIP Safari Tram Tour that will take you on a tour of Promised Land Zoo, which includes the chance to feed some of the animals. For more information, visit the event's website for dates, hours, and admission prices.
2. Enchanted Village of Lights – Laurie
Drive through the spectacular Enchanted Village of Lights in Laurie. The mid-Missouri lights display has set a goal of becoming the area's largest drive-thru Christmas lights display. Admission is free. However, donations are accepted. Go here for more information and to plan your visit.
3. Celebration of Lights – O’Fallon
Stay toasty in your car as you wind your way through the one-mile Celebration of Lights at Fort Zumwalt Park. If you'd prefer someone else do the driving, make a reservation to see the sensational lights display on the train or on a horse-drawn carriage. Celebration of Lights also features select dates that allow guests to stroll through the Christmas attraction. Visit the event website for dates and times for the current season.
4. Christmas in the Park – Lees Summit
Drink in the shimmering beauty of more than 300,000 Christmas lights as you slowly drive through Christmas in the Park in Lees Summit. Longview Lake Park, in fact, transforms into a winter wonderland with more than 175 lit Christmas displays. Check out the event's website for more information.
5. Lights of Joy – Branson
Slowly wind your way through the one-mile Joy of Lights, which boasts shimmering lights displays on both sides of the road. However, that's just the beginning of your holiday fun. After you drive through, get out of the car for a visit and a photo with Santa. Don't forget to grab a delicious cup of hot chocolate, too. Visit the official website of Branson's Lights of Joy.
6. Santa’s Magical Kingdom – Pacific
Join Santa at his Magical Kingdom at Jellystone Park, which transforms into a Christmas wonderland each holiday season. Drive through the lights displays, which boasts millions of lights, before stopping for a visit at Kringle's Store. If you'd rather someone else do the driving, reserve seats on either the train or the open-air wagon. (Just make sure you bundle up if it's cold.) Visit the official website of Santa's Magical Kingdom.
7. The Shepherd of the Hills – Branson
Turn up the Christmas carols for your drive through The Trail of Lights at The Shepherd of the Hills in Branson. Your journey will take you along 160 acres, shimmering in millions of colorful, twinkling lights. The annual Christmas attraction also features animated lights displays. Click here for more information, including other Christmas activities at Shepherd of the Hills.
What are your favorite drive-thru Christmas lights in Missouri? Join the conversation in the comments below! And if you are feeling up for a bit more adventure this holiday season, why not take a holiday road trip around the state to check out the best Christmas lights in Missouri?
Missouri really is an amazing place to be all year long. Need proof? Be sure to check out our Ultimate Guide to Seasonal Activities in Missouri!
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