Because December is the darkest month, we welcome grand holiday and Christmas light displays that brighten the night. These homeowners and neighborhoods go all out to celebrate the season, so let’s get out there and celebrate with them!
Following our list of favorites, you’ll find more festively decorated homes, homes synced to music, drive-through Christmas light displays, and other holiday activities that bring us comfort and joy.
Many homeowners begin setting up their December displays around Thanksgiving, so I won’t be able to confirm this year’s neighborhood lights until closer to then. In the meantime, use this guide for inspiration, and check back as I update the details for the season.
May your nights be merry and bright!
✨ Rahway Neighborhood
Rahway Neighborhood
Gates
Many of the homes in the Rahway community (Rahway, Dawson, Winter Hazel, Charter) participate in the annual Christmas lights extravaganza. Some homes are lit to festive extremes, while others are elegant, monotone, or traditional. Winter Hazel is a cul-de-sac, so you can see all the homes again as you drive back toward Lyell Road.
Bring cash for the hot cocoa and popcorn stand on Winter Hazel Court. If it isn’t already, stopping here can easily become a memorable part of your Christmas lights tradition!
✨ Endicar Neighborhood
Endicar Neighborhood
Irondequoit
This cul-de-sac neighborhood is lit! Multiple homes on Endicar Drive, off Titus Avenue near Kings Highway, participate to bring the holiday cheer.
✨ Pete’s Christmas Lights
Pete’s Christmas Lights
Webster
It’s challenging to capture a photo of Pete’s free drive-through experience. Even my video is lacking! So, rather than attempting to share those, I’ll help you find the right place to experience it for yourself.
Pete’s property is at 1028 Bay Road in Webster—the last house on this private driveway. But don’t follow Google’s directions to this address! Instead, map yourself to the beginning of the driveway, as the property is set back from the road. You may pass it on your first attempt to locate it.
Tune the radio to FM 97.3 and proceed slowly—savor the time you have there. Follow the signs guiding you around a loop.
✨ Buckskin Neighborhood
Buckskin Neighborhood
Farmington
20+ houses on Buckskin Drive and Hunters Drive are synced to the same radio station, with additional homes festively decorated. Once you pull into the neighborhood, turn off your headlights and drive slowly to enjoy this colorful display. Follow Raggi Christmas Light Show on their Facebook page. The show begins each year on Thanksgiving evening at 6:30 p.m. Regular hours are Sunday through Thursday, 4:30–10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 4:30–11 p.m. Tune your radio to 91.1 FM.
Individual Homes with Extreme Christmas Light Displays
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West Henrietta
Rochester
Rush
Perinton
Penfield
Pittsford
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Homes With Light Shows Synced with Music
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Lights on Santa Drive
Visit their Facebook page for all the details!
ILLoominations Light Show
865 Burritt Road features a one-hour light show, lets you tune the music, and boasts about 25,000 lights on the house this year. On the weekends, they usually have characters interacting with the kids and passing out candy canes. Join their Facebook group, ILLoominations Light Show, for the most current information.
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Lights on the Lake
November 17–January 12, 2026
Seven days a week, 5–10 p.m.
Liverpool, Onondaga Lake (near Syracuse)
The drive-through holiday light show at Onondaga Lake Park in Liverpool (Syracuse) features a two-mile route with towering displays, a fantasy forest, vibrant arches, and a magical fairy-tale ending. For more information, please visit lightsonthelake.com.
Google Map of Homes
Bring Along for a Night of Christmas Lights
Whether you’re driving between displays or walking through a decorated neighborhood, a few things from home can make the evening more comfortable. Gather what you already have, and consider these options if you’re missing something.
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- Insulated travel mugs: Bring coffee, tea, or hot chocolate for the drive. Look for a lid that closes securely and a size that fits your cup holder.
- Rechargeable hand warmers: Useful when you’re spending time outside admiring the displays. Choose a pair that fits comfortably in your coat pockets.
- Reflective bands for walking: Add reflective details to your coat or bag when walking between displays, especially where sidewalks are limited.
- Portable phone charger: Bring a charged power bank and the right cable if you’ll be using maps and taking photos throughout the evening.
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See you out there!
Debi
Enjoy the Journey Together!
18 Misty Pine Road in Fairport. Lots of blow ups, kids love to drive by!
Thank you for sharing this, Sue!
Drive thru light show as seen on channel 8 and 10 is 56 bailey rd Hilton Ny proceeds go to charity 8.00 per carload runs thru Xmas
What time did you get to the house? The owner changed the hours to end the show at 10 pm.
We thoroughly enjoyed the lights at this home. It was our first time and my kids loved it!! Maybe the homeowner had technical difficulties or was out of town one weekend… It’s not a business – it’s free – and the homeowner is doing something nice for the community. Be grateful that people take their own time and money to put together a show for others. You are entitled to nothing…
the lights are really pretty good.
i think we use to go on your street
with my family my boy friend died of cancer
my dad pass too. my son ran away from my home
i would like my son to com home. and my mom passed
back in dec, 18 of 2019. but like i said your lights are really
great. i wish my family and i could go back on the street again
love anne scoville p.s. happy holiday
Since I live the closest to the lights on Rahway, I have gone there the most & it is definitely worth the trip. Every years it gets more & more elaborate with more homes joining in the festivities. This year they have a box in front of the first house on the tour where people can drop off toys for the Toys for Tots program.
Cyril, thank you so much for letting me know, and I’m so happy you found the map helpful! I try to think of the information or tools that would make my holiday season a bit easier and share them with you. Happy New Year!
Hey guys, appreciate this guide, I mean the guide with google map, it helped a lot. It was like a mini road trip around Rochester. And going one by one and on the google maps app, could easily just switch to the next. Thanks again for doing this
Did you see them this year?
There is a spectacular house on Queens Lane in West Irondequoit off Kings Highway. It is amazing! Must see!!
Kaye, thank you for sharing your experience! I was wondering about the $25 per car vs. the depth of the experience. I’m happy to hear you found it worth the price!
Thank you for the recommendation, James!
Victor hills is the Christmas light spot went there Saturday night great job does cost 25$ a car bit very much worth it
Done! That home on Fargo Rd. in Stafford is one of the most spectacular holiday light experiences and absolutely worth the drive. (Stafford is located between LeRoy and Batavia along NY-5)
These houses are beautiful!