2025 Christmas Light Shows in Upstate, SC

Drive-Thru Christmas Lights

Anderson Christmas Lights

Location: 150 Rose Valley Blvd, Anderson, SC. Main entrance on Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Dates: November 27th – December 25th, 2025
Time: Opens at 5:30 PM each evening
Cost: $15 per car, $30 per bus

With over 400 Christmas light displays in a long 2.5 mile drive-through, this display transforms Anderson into a holiday haven. Load up the car, turn on your favorite Christmas playlist, and get ready for a drive filled with wonder.

Upstate Holiday Light Show – Easley, SC

Location: District Park, 148 Crumpton Ln, Easley, SC 29640
Dates: November 27th – December 31st, 2025
Time: Sun–Thu: 6 PM–10 PM | Fri & Sat: 6 PM–11 PM
Cost: $35 per car, $75 per car, $100 per bus

Marvel at 32 Million Dancing Christmas Lights at the Upstate’s biggest Christmas light event! Drive your car around the District Park track to see millions of multi-colored lights illuminate the sky while synced to your favorite Christmas music on 106.5. This display has a Winter Wonderland and Santa’s Petting Zoo to make your trip even more special. Perfect for families, it's one of the must-see light shows in the area.

Walk-Through Light Displays and Festive Villages

Magical Music Holiday Light Show – Seneca

Location: Norton Thompson Park, 300 Main Street, Seneca, SC 29678
Dates: November 21st – December 31st, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM–10 PM
Cost: FREE

This FREE event at Norton-Thompson Park features a synchronized music and light show. Stroll or drive through historic downtown Seneca to see the streets glowing with over a million lights that dance to holiday music. Tune in on your car radio or walk around to soak up the festive vibes!

Night of Lights at Heritage Park – Simpsonville

Location: Heritage Park
Dates: November 21st, 2025 – January 3rd, 2025
Time: Sun–Thu: 5 PM–9 PM | Fri & Sat: 5 PM–10 PM
Cost: $12 (Ages 5–15) | $15 (Ages 16+) | Free for children under 5 | FREE on certain days for Senior citizens, military members and first responders, and teachers

This walk-through wonderland offers light displays, rides, ice skating, and even a petting zoo. Don’t forget to check their website for promotions and discounts!

Holidays at the Zoo – Greenville Zoo

Location: Greenville Zoo
Dates: December 13th–23rd, December 26th–January 4th, 2026
Time: 4 PM–8 PM
Cost: Timed ticketing (purchase online)

See the zoo in a whole new light! Thousands of sparkling lights and festive decorations make this a magical outing for kids and adults alike.

Very Merry Mini Golf – Greenville

Location: Takeoff Minigolf
Dates: November 21st – December 23rd, 2025
Time: Nightly
Cost: $15 (Adults) | $13 (Kids)

Mini golf gets a holiday twist with vibrant light displays surrounding the course. Reserve your tickets online to guarantee your spot!

2025 Festival of Trees - Greenville

Location: Hyatt Regency Downtown and the Courtyard Marriott Greenville Downtown
Date: November 21st – December 25th, 2025
Time: Any time during the hotel lobby's open hours

Since 1968, the Festival of Trees has been a cherished holiday tradition. Visit the beautifully decorated trees on display at two downtown Greenville hotels and share the magic of the season with your loved ones!

Holiday Hop and Tree Lighting - Travelers Rest

Location: Main Street, Travelers Rest, SC
Date: November 29th, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Kick off the holiday season in Travelers Rest with the holiday tree lighting! Enjoy festive activities like train rides, a kids' crafting station, and “snow” ball fights at the gazebo. And don’t forget to visit Santa to capture some unforgettable holiday memories!

City of Seneca Tree Lighting

Location: Downtown Seneca, SC
Date: December 1st-2nd, 2025 (Tree Lighting & Parade)
Time: Lighting of the Green at 5:00 PM, Parade at 6:00 PM

Join the mayor in downtown Seneca for the annual Magic of Christmas Parade (Dec 1st) and the Tree Lighting Ceremony (Dec 2nd). Stick around to enjoy the Magical Musical Holiday Light Show, a dazzling display of lights synchronized to holiday music, running nightly through the season!

Dickens of a Christmas – Spartanburg

Location: Downtown Spartanburg
Date: December 2nd, 2025
Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Step back in Time with this Victorian-style celebration featuring horse-drawn carriages, live music, vendors, and a magical tree lighting.

A Merry Mauldin Christmas

Location: Mauldin Outdoor Amphitheater
Date:December 4th, 2025
Time: 5 PM – 8 PM

Enjoy live holiday music, a festive market, photos with Santa, the annual tree lighting, and plenty of cheerful surprises to brighten your season. Plus, hop aboard the Polar Express train for a magical ride!

Night of Lights – Greenville Christmas Tree Lighting

Location: Downtown Greenville
Date: December 5th, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Gather for live music, food trucks, and the magical moment Santa lights up the tree!

Greer Christmas Tree Lighting

Location: Greer City Park, Greer, SC
Date: December 5th, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Celebrate the season with the annual tree lighting in Greer! This family-friendly event features visits with Santa, craft stations, train rides, live music, carolers, and food vendors. Make it a night out by enjoying dinner on Trade Street before or after the festivities!

Poinsettia-Christmas-Parade – Greenville

Location: Downtown Greenville
Date: December 6th, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM

Watch downtown come alive with festive floats, marching bands, and sparkling lights. Perfect for kicking off the season with family and friends. Don’t miss this beloved tradition!

Simpsonville Tree Lighting Ceremony

Location: Great Lawn, Gracely Park, Simpsonville, SC
Date: December 5th, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM

Kick off the holiday season at the 7th Annual Simpsonville Tree Lighting Ceremony! Featuring Steve Eager and Ram Voices of Hillcrest. Plus, warm up with free hot chocolate and cookies as you watch the lighting of the 22.5-foot tree!

Fountain Inn Lighting Ceremony

Location: Main Street, Fountain Inn, SC
Date: December 2nd, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Start the holiday season with a local favorite! Enjoy festive performances, holiday shopping, fun kids’ activities, and a cheerful visit from Santa himself.