Christmas in Nebraska is kind of a big deal. We take our light displays very seriously, and driving around to see them is one of the highlights of the holiday season. We all have our favorite neighborhood displays to ooh and ahh at, but the following list of the best Christmas lights in Nebraska is a sampling of some of the brightest and most popular in the state. How many have you seen?
1. Creighton
Our list of the best Christmas light displays in Nebraska begins in Creighton. This little town lights up with SantaLand taking over for the entire holiday season. Drive through this massive display and see everything from nativity scenes to Disney princesses to Santa taking flight with his reindeer. Learn more about what makes SantaLand such a beloved holiday tradition.
2. North Platte
North Platte positively bursts with color and excitement in the holiday season. Between Christmas in Cody Park and Christmas With The Codys, there is virtually no part of North Platte that isn't overtaken with holiday cheer. Learn more about planning your visit to North Platte, Nebraska.
3. Stuhr Museum, Grand Island
If you're looking for a very dignified indoor Christmas lights display, the Stuhr Museum of the Prairie Pioneer is where you want to be. With dozens of beautifully decorated trees all throughout the Stuhr Building, the Fantasy of Trees Exhibit is something very special indeed. Curious to learn more? Head on over to the Stuhr Museum website for additional details and information.
4. Holiday Lights Festival, Omaha
It seems like Omaha's official light display gets bigger and more grand every year. White lights twinkle all throughout the downtown and Old Market area, turning this beautiful region into a sophisticated holiday wonderland. For more information, check out the Holiday Lights Festival website.
5. Minden
Minden is known as "Nebraska's Christmas City," and when you visit you'll understand why. More than 12,000 bulbs illuminate the courthouse in the longest-running Christmas light display in the state. A visit to Nebraska's famous Christmas City is the perfect adventure for the whole family.
6. Lincoln
The Capital City has plenty of public and private displays going on all season long. You won't believe how fun it is to just get into the car and drive through Lincoln, hunting down the most brightly-decorated homes. And don't forget to check out the ever-popular Nebraska Christmas lights show.
7. Wayne
The people of Wayne embrace Christmas and make it as joyful as it's meant to be. From the giant public Christmas tree to the carolers in the streets, there's more than enough jolly to go around.
8. Seward
Seward's stellar Christmas Festival and Holiday Lighted Parade are reason enough to make the trip there, but if you can't get there for the festivities, don't worry. The city is lit up in festive style for the entire holiday season. Your holiday visit to Seward, Nebraska is sure to put you in the spirit of the season.
9. Christmas Light and Sound Show, Chester
Sorry, everybody else. We think Chester wins the light display game. This massive display on the old Chester school (now a private home/art school) is synchronized to music and runs for an entire hour. This is definitely one for the bucket list.
These are, of course, only a small portion of the best holiday lighting in Nebraska. If you don't see your favorite Nebraska holiday lights here, let everyone know about it in the comments section -- we'd love to hear from you! If you want to keep the Christmas cheer going, perhaps its time to visit one of Nebraska's Christmas towns.
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