It’s time for another Only In Delaware Road Trip – and this time, we’re going to see the BEST Christmas Light displays in Delaware! Starting up north in Wilmington, heading down through Bear, Townsend, Odessa, and finishing up with an amazing display at the beach, it really doesn’t get any better than this road trip to see some of the best Christmas lights in Delaware.
The final display in Rehoboth Beach is dedicated to helping all local Children celebrate the holidays, so no matter what, don’t skip that last stop! Read more about this magical Delaware Christmas Lights Road Trip below, and use our interactive map to plan your trip.
Here’s the trip - plan a night or two and check out each stop!
Google Maps You can find full directions with our Interactive Delaware Christmas Lights Road Trip Map.
Smith’s Lights On The Hill, Wilmington
Facebook / Smith’s Christmas Lights Start off at Santa’s House, right in Wilmington! The Talarico-Smith family puts on quite the show as they illuminate the neighborhood with thousands and thousands of twinkling lights. It’s truly a sight to see and one that the whole family will enjoy.
Silverside Road & Prior Road, Wilmington. Prior Rd & Silverside Rd, Delaware 19809, USA
Next, head over to Hockessin, Delaware.
Wilmington & Western Railroad/Facebook If you’re not a road-trip person, you can even take the Holiday Lights Express from the Wilmington and Western Railroad to downtown Hockessin, passing some of the most incredible Christmas displays on the way. Otherwise, park downtown and wander through the beautiful shops that are all decked out for the Holiday season. Hockessin Corner, Hockessin, DE 19707, USA
The highlight of your trip will be early on when you finally see The Faucher House on “Santa Claus Lane” in Bear.
Mandy Jansen/Flickr Arguably the most famous stop on the Delaware Christmas Lights Road Trip, the Faucher Family spends nearly $100,000 in December to light up their home for all to enjoy. It’s truly a spectacular sight! The Faucher House, 1054 Red Lion Rd, New Castle, DE 19720, USA
After you’ve seen the Bear houses, head down to Townsend to experience “Jack Frost Way.”
Town of Townsend, Delaware/Facebook Drive up and down Fieldsboro Road in Townsend to see neighbors who have been putting up spectacular decorations for years. It’s always fun when the whole street celebrates! Fieldsboro Rd, Townsend, DE 19734, USA
Historic Odessa just HAS to be a stop on any Delaware Christmas Lights Road Trip.
Facebook / Historic Odessa Foundation The candlelit walking tours will take you back in time to see how Delawareans decorated in Colonial times. The self-guided walking tour in historic Odessa will have you strolling past dozens of private homes and public businesses, many dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Odessa, DE, USA
Next stop: Downtown Milford.
John Mollura/Flickr Milford is home to a grand Delaware tradition - The Holiday Stroll - but you can see gorgeous Christmas Lights throughout December when you visit Downtown Milford. The merchants and shopkeepers really go all-out to keep up with the town’s festive reputation. Downtown Milford, Inc., 10 S Walnut St, Milford, DE 19963, USA
Now, hit the road and head southeast, until you see snow at Cape Henlopen State Park in Lewes.
Winter Wonderfest/Facebook Cape Henlopen State Park turns into a Winter Wonderland! You can find a drive-through light show, go ice skating, and enjoy carnival rides at Winter WonderFEST with new additions such as a Christmas tree farm & hayrides through the light show. The festivities begin mid-November and continue until December 31. Be sure to check their website for specific dates, times, and admission prices. 15099 Cape Henlopen Dr, Lewes, DE 19958, USA
Just a short trip over to Rehoboth Beach is next!
Kevin/Flickr Rehoboth Beach is charming year-round, but there’s something special about seeing downtown all lit up for the Holidays. Enjoy drive-through Christmas lights in Delaware of stunning displays on your way in, then park and hit the town on foot for a little while to really appreciate the bright lights and beautiful decor. Of course, visit the Bandstand and see the gigantic town Christmas Tree! Rehoboth Ave, Dewey Beach, DE 19971, USA
Finally, finish your trip at the Apple Electric Light Show
The Apple Electric/Facebook Apple Electric Illumination Christmas Light Show is a Christmas Display in Delaware that’s really something special. Apple Electric hosts the show nightly through January and asks that visitors prior to December 20th help them bring Christmas to local children by donating an unwrapped toy. The toys are then hand-delivered by Apple Electric to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.The display runs nightly until the first week in January, from dusk until 11 pm. 18854 John J Williams Hwy, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971, USA
Wow – now we’re REALLY in the Holiday Spirit after seeing some of the best Christmas lights in Delaware! While you’re in Rehoboth Beach, don’t forget to check out the incredible Delaware Christmas Store downtown: Christmas Spirit. You’ll find even more wonderful Christmas light displays in Deleware.
Google Maps
You can find full directions with our Interactive Delaware Christmas Lights Road Trip Map.
Facebook / Smith’s Christmas Lights
Start off at Santa’s House, right in Wilmington! The Talarico-Smith family puts on quite the show as they illuminate the neighborhood with thousands and thousands of twinkling lights. It’s truly a sight to see and one that the whole family will enjoy.
Silverside Road & Prior Road, Wilmington.
Prior Rd & Silverside Rd, Delaware 19809, USA
Wilmington & Western Railroad/Facebook
If you’re not a road-trip person, you can even take the Holiday Lights Express from the Wilmington and Western Railroad to downtown Hockessin, passing some of the most incredible Christmas displays on the way. Otherwise, park downtown and wander through the beautiful shops that are all decked out for the Holiday season.
Hockessin Corner, Hockessin, DE 19707, USA
Mandy Jansen/Flickr
Arguably the most famous stop on the Delaware Christmas Lights Road Trip, the Faucher Family spends nearly $100,000 in December to light up their home for all to enjoy. It’s truly a spectacular sight!
The Faucher House, 1054 Red Lion Rd, New Castle, DE 19720, USA
Town of Townsend, Delaware/Facebook
Drive up and down Fieldsboro Road in Townsend to see neighbors who have been putting up spectacular decorations for years. It’s always fun when the whole street celebrates!
Fieldsboro Rd, Townsend, DE 19734, USA
Facebook / Historic Odessa Foundation
The candlelit walking tours will take you back in time to see how Delawareans decorated in Colonial times. The self-guided walking tour in historic Odessa will have you strolling past dozens of private homes and public businesses, many dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries.
Odessa, DE, USA
John Mollura/Flickr
Milford is home to a grand Delaware tradition - The Holiday Stroll - but you can see gorgeous Christmas Lights throughout December when you visit Downtown Milford. The merchants and shopkeepers really go all-out to keep up with the town’s festive reputation.
Downtown Milford, Inc., 10 S Walnut St, Milford, DE 19963, USA
Winter Wonderfest/Facebook
Cape Henlopen State Park turns into a Winter Wonderland! You can find a drive-through light show, go ice skating, and enjoy carnival rides at Winter WonderFEST with new additions such as a Christmas tree farm & hayrides through the light show. The festivities begin mid-November and continue until December 31. Be sure to check their website for specific dates, times, and admission prices.
15099 Cape Henlopen Dr, Lewes, DE 19958, USA
Kevin/Flickr
Rehoboth Beach is charming year-round, but there’s something special about seeing downtown all lit up for the Holidays. Enjoy drive-through Christmas lights in Delaware of stunning displays on your way in, then park and hit the town on foot for a little while to really appreciate the bright lights and beautiful decor. Of course, visit the Bandstand and see the gigantic town Christmas Tree!
Rehoboth Ave, Dewey Beach, DE 19971, USA
The Apple Electric/Facebook
Apple Electric Illumination Christmas Light Show is a Christmas Display in Delaware that’s really something special. Apple Electric hosts the show nightly through January and asks that visitors prior to December 20th help them bring Christmas to local children by donating an unwrapped toy. The toys are then hand-delivered by Apple Electric to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.The display runs nightly until the first week in January, from dusk until 11 pm.
18854 John J Williams Hwy, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971, USA
Are you excited to embark on this Christmas lights road trip in Delaware? Did any of your favorite holiday lights in Delaware make the list? Which ones are you excited to see this year? Let us know in the comments!
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The OIYS Visitor Center
Christmas lights road trip in Delaware October 12, 2019 Jackie Ann What city has the best Christmas lights in Delaware? There are many cities that go all out for Christmas in Delaware, but one of the most popular is Milton, which offers one of the best light displays in Delaware. This incredible event transforms into a magical winter wonderland that attracts thousands of visitors from all over the state every year. Kids and adults are sure to enjoy the light spectacular, Christmas Village, skating rink, and special events that take place throughout the festival. What is the one best light display in Delaware? The best light display in Delaware can be found in Milton, Delaware. Winter WonderFEST has been putting on quite the show since 2016, only getting bigger and better every year. From drive-through light shows to open-air hay rides, the magic never stops at Winter WonderFEST. Guests can also enjoy the Christmas Village and skating rink while you’re there. There will also be several events and activities throughout the festival, including local food vendors and Santa photo opportunities. What else can I do around the holidays in Delaware? There are plenty of things to do at Christmas in Delaware. Many celebrate the holidays at the Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library in Winterthur, Delaware. From November 23, 2019 until January 5, 2019, embrace the holiday spirit with countless twinkling trees, room displays, magical dollhouses, and many shopping opportunities.
The OIYS Visitor Center
Christmas lights road trip in Delaware
October 12, 2019
Jackie Ann
What city has the best Christmas lights in Delaware? There are many cities that go all out for Christmas in Delaware, but one of the most popular is Milton, which offers one of the best light displays in Delaware. This incredible event transforms into a magical winter wonderland that attracts thousands of visitors from all over the state every year. Kids and adults are sure to enjoy the light spectacular, Christmas Village, skating rink, and special events that take place throughout the festival. What is the one best light display in Delaware? The best light display in Delaware can be found in Milton, Delaware. Winter WonderFEST has been putting on quite the show since 2016, only getting bigger and better every year. From drive-through light shows to open-air hay rides, the magic never stops at Winter WonderFEST. Guests can also enjoy the Christmas Village and skating rink while you’re there. There will also be several events and activities throughout the festival, including local food vendors and Santa photo opportunities. What else can I do around the holidays in Delaware? There are plenty of things to do at Christmas in Delaware. Many celebrate the holidays at the Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library in Winterthur, Delaware. From November 23, 2019 until January 5, 2019, embrace the holiday spirit with countless twinkling trees, room displays, magical dollhouses, and many shopping opportunities.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
There are many cities that go all out for Christmas in Delaware, but one of the most popular is Milton, which offers one of the best light displays in Delaware. This incredible event transforms into a magical winter wonderland that attracts thousands of visitors from all over the state every year. Kids and adults are sure to enjoy the light spectacular, Christmas Village, skating rink, and special events that take place throughout the festival.
What is the one best light display in Delaware?
The best light display in Delaware can be found in Milton, Delaware. Winter WonderFEST has been putting on quite the show since 2016, only getting bigger and better every year. From drive-through light shows to open-air hay rides, the magic never stops at Winter WonderFEST. Guests can also enjoy the Christmas Village and skating rink while you’re there. There will also be several events and activities throughout the festival, including local food vendors and Santa photo opportunities.
What else can I do around the holidays in Delaware?
There are plenty of things to do at Christmas in Delaware. Many celebrate the holidays at the Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library in Winterthur, Delaware. From November 23, 2019 until January 5, 2019, embrace the holiday spirit with countless twinkling trees, room displays, magical dollhouses, and many shopping opportunities.
