One of the most magical things about the holiday season is the lights. From colorful to classic, something about twinkling lights really makes the holiday season take flight. The gorgeous glow raises spirits and enchants children and adults alike. If you're looking for a little bit of Christmastime magic, or have been curious about Christmas lights near me, then check out the best Christmas lights in New Jersey. The ultimate holiday road trip awaits...

1. Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show & Village

The first on our list of the best New Jersey holiday lights displays is at Skylands Stadium. Drive through this mile-long attraction featuring a light tunnel and over two million lights in total. Starting in late November, the indoor village opens officially to the public for all the holiday fun. Enjoy cocoa and take photos with Santa, too!

Take a look at this video by @skylandsstadium:

2. Christmas Fantasy With Lights

The park is aglow with over 1,000,000 lights come November - just be sure to arrive early if you'd like to see Santa. He and Mrs. Claus will be at this wonderful New Jersey holiday lights display until just before Christmas.

3. Holiday Lights Spectacular

This light display of animals and lights is free and absolutely fantastic. Enjoy themed nights on select evenings with face painting and other activities.

4. Light Show On The Lake

Enjoy a synchronized light show on Lake Meone, made up of over 120 trees and 100,000 lights. Shows start around the end of November every year. This is the perfect place to get your light fix while shopping for unique holiday gifts during Christmas in New Jersey.

Take a look at this video by @pressofAtlanticCityChannel:

5. The Cook's Christmas Lights

Take in 30,000 synchronized lights plus a 1,000+ bulb pixel matrix. The New Jersey holiday light display typically starts around Thanksgiving and raises money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

6. Holiday In The Park

With FrightFest, Halloween has always been Six Flags' big holiday. For the past few years, Christmas has been taking the top spot. This attraction is decked out in lights and features a 52-foot tree, a light show, Polar Point, Poinsettia Peak, Santa, carolers, and so much more during Holiday in the Park.

Take a look at this previous year's video by @ColiwoodStudios:

7. The Christmas Light Show

This free holiday light show typically runs on select dates in December. If you can, donate to RallyCap Sports. This super cool synchronized light show has been known to feature some extra hot pyrotechnics!

8. Light Show Hayride

This unique hayride takes you through a magical light show complete with thousands of lights. If that doesn't sound incredible enough, enjoy a light show on the lake, Christmas crafts, s'mores, and more. You'll find out soon enough why this is one of the best Christmas light displays in New Jersey.

So, what do you think? Are you ready for the best Christmas lights in New Jersey?! Sound off in the comments section!

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