{"id":20095,"date":"2022-11-10T21:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-11T02:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/?p=20095"},"modified":"2025-11-11T09:29:25","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T14:29:25","slug":"2021-holiday-light-displays-worthy-of-a-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"resources","link":"https:\/\/www.plymouthrock.com\/resources\/2021-holiday-light-displays-worthy-of-a-road-trip","title":{"rendered":"Holiday light displays worthy of a road trip"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Spellbinding spectacles and family-friendly festivities are lighting up the East Coast. From New Hampshire to Pennsylvania, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the season\u2019s most dazzling destinations for holiday light displays. Many can even be enjoyed from the warmth and safety of your car!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you go: check your destination\u2019s official website for COVID-19 health and safety protocols.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\">New Hampshire<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.santasvillage.com\/park-info-tickets\/seasons-and-events\/christmastime\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Santa\u2019s Village <\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<strong>\u2013 Jefferson: <\/strong>While this Christmas-themed amusement park is open year round, it truly shines during the holiday season. Nearly a million brilliant lights adorn the park in November and December. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.santasvillage.com\/things-to-do\/main-attractions\">Highlights<\/a> include Santa\u2019s Home, Elf University, Reindeer Rendezvous, plus <a href=\"https:\/\/www.santasvillage.com\/things-to-do\/rides\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fun rides<\/a> for the whole family.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Candlelight Stroll at Strawbery Banke Museum<\/strong> <strong>\u2013 Portsmouth:&nbsp;<\/strong>Candle lanterns and decked-out historic homes line the museum grounds\u2019 winding paths in this historic <a href=\"https:\/\/vintagechristmasnh.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">seacoast city<\/a>. Here you\u2019ll be greeted along the way by costumed performers recreating traditions from holidays past.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\">Massachusetts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bostoncentral.com\/events\/holiday_zoolights_stone_zoo\/p1089.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Zoolights at Stone Zoo<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Stoneham: <\/strong>Stroll through the zoo&#8217;s 26-acre winter wonderland, along twinkling tree-lined paths. The sparkling Yukon Creek features arctic foxes, black bears, a Canada lynx, a bald eagle \u2014 and even reindeer! Be sure to pre-register for Holiday Hot Chocolate with the Reindeer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brightnights.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The Bright Nights at Forest Park<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<strong>\u2013 Springfield:<\/strong>&nbsp;Add the Northeast\u2019s premier holiday lighting experience to your yuletide bucket list. Themed displays like Jurassic World, Never Never Land, Toy Land and Springfield\u2019s very own Dr. Seuss are sure to make your spirits bright.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\">Connecticut<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/oldemistickvillage.com\/\"><strong>Olde Mistick Village\u2019s Holiday Lights Spectacular<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 <strong>Mystic:<\/strong> Over a half-million lights decorate the square of the OIde Mistick Village. Take a stroll through the unique boutique shops and restaurants of this quaint outdoor shopping center illuminated with festive lights!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/torringtonct.myrec.com\/info\/activities\/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30157\"><strong>Carl Bozenski\u2019s Christmas Village<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>\u2013 <strong>Torrington:<\/strong> This New England holiday tradition celebrates its 75<sup>th<\/sup> season in 2022! Every child gets to meet with Santa and take home a toy, a tradition since the village\u2019s founding in 1947. A visit to the Christmas Village is sure to be an unforgettable experience the whole family will cherish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\">New York<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockefellercenter.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Holidays at Rockefeller Center<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;\u2013 New York City:<\/strong>&nbsp;Everyone should visit one of the world\u2019s most iconic holiday destinations at least once in their lifetime. While you\u2019re there, walk past wondrous window displays, explore the city\u2019s endless attractions and marvel at the magnificent&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockefellercenter.com\/holidays\/rockefeller-center-christmas-tree-lighting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Christmas tree<\/a>.&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockefellercenter.com\/holidays\/rockefeller-center-christmas-tree-lighting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/asliceofbrooklyn.com\/bus-tours\/christmas-lights-tour\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dyker Heights Christmas Lights<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Brooklyn:&nbsp;<\/strong>Take a bus tour through this over-the-top, jaw-dropping wonderland that spans multiple blocks of outrageously embellished houses. Highlights include oversized inflatables, a 15-foot-tall Santa and a special house described as \u201cChristmas meets Las Vegas.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\">New Jersey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Six Flags Great Adventure&#8217;s Holiday in the Park \u2013<\/strong> <strong>Jackson Township: <\/strong>Featuring festive lights, seasonal foods, awesome rides and entertainment, this beloved holiday event is back and bigger than ever.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/storybookland.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Storybook Land\u2019s Christmas Fantasy with Lights<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Egg Harbor Township:&nbsp;<\/strong>Mr. and Mrs. Claus spread holiday sparkle as the park illuminates with over a million lights. Kids and kids at heart can enjoy rides and attractions as they stroll through the settings of their favorite storybooks and nursery rhymes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 style=\"margin-bottom:0px;\">Pennsylvania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hersheypark.com\/explore-the-park\/christmas.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Hersheypark&#8217;s Candy Lane<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Hershey:<\/strong> Get into the holiday spirit with more than five million lights, your favorite rides and roller coasters, photos with Hershey characters and a visit from Santa. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hersheypark.com\/chocolatetown\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hershey&#8217;s Chocolatetown<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/a> and TREEville at The Boardwalk are not to be missed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.koziarschristmasvillage.com\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Koziar\u2019s Christmas Village<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Bernville:&nbsp;<\/strong>What began over 70 years ago as one man\u2019s love of decorating his farm for the holidays expanded into a beloved seasonal destination. Santa\u2019s Toy Shoppe, the country kitchen and elaborate glass building displays will delight guests of all ages.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><br><p>Gather the family and start your holiday road trip tradition this weekend! 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