Johns Creek Christmas Lights 2025

Discover 30 verified christmas lights in Johns Creek and nearby areas.

Welcome to your guide for Johns Creek Christmas lights and holiday displays. If youโ€™re looking to brighten your season, youโ€™ll find plenty of festive cheer right here in Johns Creek, from dazzling city center displays to twinkling neighborhood favorites.

One highlight is the lighting of the Cityโ€™s 40-foot Christmas tree at City Hallโ€”a beloved local tradition that draws families from across the area. Nearby, youโ€™ll also discover charming light displays in residential communities, where neighbors go all out to create a magical atmosphere.

This guide covers everything from free, walkable light trails to drive-through options and ticketed events. Whether youโ€™re a local or just visiting, I hope youโ€™ll find inspiration to explore the holiday lights near Johns Creek and make the most of this special time of year.

All Christmas Lights Around Johns Creek

The Lighting of Avalon

Alpharetta, GA 5 mi from Johns Creek
Free

Annual holiday season kickoff with tree lighting and ice rink opening.

Get into the holiday spirit at The Lighting of Avalon, a spectacular celebration marking the season's start. This family-friendly event features festive music, free activities, the grand opening of Avalon on Ice, and the much-anticipated tree lighting ceremony. Don't miss...

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Holiday Celebration in Norcross

Norcross, GA 6 mi from Johns Creek

Festive carriage rides and a visit from Santa and the Grinch

Experience the magic of the holiday season at the Holiday Celebration in Norcross! This festive event promises an evening filled with enchanting carriage rides, cheerful holiday music, and warm, comforting hot cocoa. A special appearance by Santa Claus and his...

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Holiday Lights at Brook Run Park

Dunwoody, GA 9 mi from Johns Creek
$

Free walk-through holiday light display with 100,000+ lights.

Experience the magic of the season at Brook Run Park's Holiday Lights. This beloved free event transforms the park into a dazzling spectacle with over 100,000 lights. It's a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a festive walk-through display with family and...

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Christmas in Crabapple and Milton Tree Lighting

Milton, GA 9 mi from Johns Creek
Free

Historic Crabapple's annual tree lighting ceremony

Experience the magic of the holiday season at the annual Christmas in Crabapple event and Milton Tree Lighting. This charming celebration features festive activities for all ages, including ornament and cookie decorating, letter writing to Santa, and delightful face painting....

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Roswell's Annual Lighting of the Christmas Tree

Roswell, GA 9 mi from Johns Creek
Free

Lighting of a 40-foot Christmas tree

Experience the magic of the holiday season at Roswell's Annual Lighting of the Christmas Tree. This cherished event features enchanting choral performances, cozy fire pits with s'mores, and a special reading of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. Santa Claus will...

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Dunwoody Village Holiday Celebration and Lantern Parade

Dunwoody, GA 9 mi from Johns Creek
$

Community lantern parade and holiday celebration

Experience the magic of the Dunwoody Village Holiday Celebration and Lantern Parade! This beloved event brings the community together with festive cheer, live performances, and a spectacular lantern parade. Families can enjoy a variety of activities, from crafting their own...

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Glow Light Show & Festival

Lawrenceville, GA 12 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Over 1 million LED lights synchronized to music

Experience Atlanta's premier drive-through Christmas light show at Coolray Field. This dazzling display features over 1 million LED lights synchronized to holiday classics, creating a magical winter wonderland. Beyond the drive-through, enjoy a festive holiday festival with amusement rides, games,...

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Sparkle Sandy Springs

Sandy Springs, GA 13 mi from Johns Creek
$

Award-winning night-time parade with illuminated floats.

Sparkle Sandy Springs transforms the City Springs District into a festive winter wonderland. Experience the award-winning night-time parade filled with dazzling lights, marching bands, and dancers, culminating in a Menorah and Tree Lighting ceremony. Frolic in the snow at Sparkle...

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Lawrenceville Lights

Lawrenceville, GA 13 mi from Johns Creek
Free

Free drive-thru Christmas light display

Lawrenceville Lights returns for its fifth year, offering a beloved FREE drive-thru Christmas light display. Families can immerse themselves in a festive atmosphere at the historic LVfirst Campground, experiencing a unique and enchanting light show designed to bring holiday cheer.

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Margaritaville at Lanier Islands: License to Chill Snow Island & Lakeside Lights Spectacular

Buford, GA 14 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Georgia's longest snow tubing slide and a 6-mile light spectacular.

Discover a winter wonderland at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands with License to Chill Snow Island and the Magical Nights of Lights. They offer exhilarating snow tubing, classic amusement rides, and a festive ice rink. Drive through six miles of dazzling,...

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Margaritaville's Lakeside Lights Spectacular

Buford, GA 15 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Walking holiday light show with festive music

Step into a world of holiday magic at Margaritaville's Lakeside Lights Spectacular. This enchanting walking light show transforms the shores into a dazzling spectacle, featuring incredible lighting installations set to festive seasonal music. It's a must-see holiday attraction that promises...

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Stone Mountain Christmas

Stone Mountain, GA 15 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Over two million dazzling lights and spectacular holiday shows

Stone Mountain Christmas transforms Stone Mountain Park into a winter wonderland with over two million dazzling lights, festive music, and spectacular holiday shows. Experience the magic of the Christmas Parade, Santa's Big Flight during the Enchanted Tree Lighting Ceremony, and...

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Holiday Bricktacular at LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta

Atlanta, GA 15 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Holiday transformation of LEGO Discovery Center with special builds and activities.

Step into a winter wonderland at the LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta's Holiday Bricktacular! This festive event features seasonal LEGO build activities, a transformed MINILAND Atlanta, and a special 'Build To Give' initiative. Guests can also enjoy holiday treats, meet a...

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Holidays at The Battery Atlanta

Atlanta, GA 18 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Vibrant holiday destination with Santa, markets, and New Year's Eve celebration.

Experience the magic of the season at The Battery Atlanta's holiday celebration! Discover enchanting light displays, festive markets featuring local artisans, and opportunities to meet Santa Claus. Enjoy live music, family-friendly activities, and a spectacular New Year's Eve Bash complete...

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World of Illumination: Candy Rush

Marietta, GA 19 mi from Johns Creek
$$$

World's largest animated drive-through Christmas light show

Step into a delicious, whimsical wonderland with Candy Rush, the world's largest animated drive-through Christmas light experience. Journey through a mile of dazzling lights and enchanting music, featuring larger-than-life characters and confections. Hosted by Chef Kuma, this immersive audio-visual spectacle...

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Winter Wonderland: Celebrations & Traditions Around the World

Atlanta, GA 19 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Global holiday traditions showcased through decorated trees and cultural displays.

Step into a global celebration of cultures and traditions at Fernbank Museum's Winter Wonderland. This captivating exhibit features beautifully decorated trees and displays, each artfully crafted to share unique stories through symbols, ornaments, and cultural expressions. Discover a diverse array...

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Garden Lights, Holiday Nights

Atlanta, GA 19 mi from Johns Creek
$$

World's largest synchronized light and sound curtain

Step into a magical winter wonderland at Garden Lights, Holiday Nights. This spectacular event transforms the Atlanta Botanical Garden into a dazzling display of synchronized lights, music, and enchanting sculptures. Explore new features like the 'Nature's Wonders' light curtain and...

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Life University Lights of Life

Marietta, GA 19 mi from Johns Creek
$

Over a million sparkling lights on a university campus.

Life University's campus transforms into a dazzling winter wonderland for the annual Lights of Life celebration. Visitors can experience over a million sparkling lights, whimsical displays, and illuminated tunnels. The event also features festive attractions such as carnival rides, train...

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Light the Station

Atlanta, GA 20 mi from Johns Creek
Free

First-ever 50-foot tree lighting with Candy Land parade.

Join Atlantic Station for the inaugural 'Light the Station' event, a FREE celebration marking the start of the holiday season. Festivities kick off at 4 PM with activities at Candy Cane Lane, followed by a spectacular Candy Land-themed parade at...

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Winter Wonderland Spectacular at Illuminarium

Atlanta, GA 20 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Immersive ARTECHOUSE winter dreamland experience

Step into a dazzling winter dreamland at the Winter Wonderland Spectacular. This immersive experience transports you through futuristic fantasylands, Santa's winter palace, and mesmerizing Northern Lights. Capture unforgettable holiday memories in enchanting themed environments, and enjoy festive activities like hot...

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Marietta Christmas Tree Lighting & Santa on the Square

Marietta, GA 21 mi from Johns Creek
Free

Annual Christmas Tree Lighting with Santa's arrival

Join the City of Marietta for their annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Santa's arrival at Glover Park. Festivities begin with local choir performances, followed by Santa's grand entrance to light the tree. Don a festive ugly sweater for the parade...

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Marietta Square Winter Wonderland

Marietta, GA 21 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Private Santa 'Magical Moments' family experiences

Experience the magic of the season at Marietta Square's Winter Wonderland! Santa Claus is coming to town in December 2025, bringing joy and festive cheer. Families can capture cherished memories with professional Santa photos at the Marietta History Center. For...

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Magic of Lights at Dixie Speedway

Woodstock, GA 21 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Drive-through holiday light spectacular with millions of LEDs.

Experience the magic of the holiday season at Dixie Speedway with Magic of Lights, a spectacular drive-through light display. Millions of LED lights illuminate festive scenes, including animated Barbie, dinosaurs, and the BIGFOOTยฎ Monster Truck. Enjoy classic holiday favorites and...

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Holidays at Georgia Aquarium

Atlanta, GA 22 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Scuba Claus dives with whale sharks and manta rays.

Experience the magic of the holiday season at Georgia Aquarium, starting November 14, 2025. The aquarium's atrium is transformed with festive music, enchanting winter-inspired projections, and a spectacular 40-foot live tree. Meet Santa Claus for a memorable photo, witness the...

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Christmas in Canton

Canton, GA 22 mi from Johns Creek
$

Santa lights the tree and leads the Christmas parade.

Experience the magic of the holiday season in Canton with a series of festive events. Kick off the festivities with the beloved Downtown Canton Tree Lighting ceremony, where Santa himself flips the switch to illuminate the magnificent tree. Enjoy ice...

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Grant Park Candlelight Tour of Homes

Atlanta, GA 22 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Tour of 10 festively decorated historic Grant Park homes

Experience Atlanta's favorite holiday tradition at the Grant Park Candlelight Tour of Homes. For two nights only, step inside 10 beautifully decorated historic houses, each showcasing unique festive decor. This beloved event also features an Artist Market with handmade crafts...

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Grant Park Candlelight Tour of Historic Homes

Atlanta, GA 23 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Tour of historic homes with candlelight and charity support

Step into a cherished holiday tradition that feels like coming home. For two nights only, explore Grant Park's most enchanting historic homes, each transformed with festive decorations and illuminated by the warm glow of candlelight. Discover architectural beauty, find unique...

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Lights of Joy Christmas Display

Kennesaw, GA 23 mi from Johns Creek
$

Georgia's largest residential Christmas light display with over 1.2 million lights.

Prepare to be dazzled by Lights of Joy, Georgia's largest residential Christmas light display, featuring an astonishing 1.2 million lights. This immersive walk-through experience transforms the landscape with synchronized light shows, musical trees, and festive characters. Explore the 'Tunnel of...

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IllumiNights at the Zoo

Atlanta, GA 23 mi from Johns Creek
$$

Dazzling wildlife lantern festival at Zoo Atlanta

Experience the magic of Atlanta's holiday lights at IllumiNights at the Zoo! This dazzling event transforms Zoo Atlanta into a nighttime wonderland with hundreds of illuminated wildlife lanterns along a mile-long trail. Enjoy festive treats, warm drinks, and cozy up...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top Christmas light displays in and around Johns Creek?

The lighting of the 40-foot Christmas tree at Johns Creek City Hall is a signature event, featuring music, activities, and festive atmosphere for the whole family. Many neighborhoods throughout Johns Creek also decorate with impressive holiday lightsโ€”exploring local streets can reveal some hidden gems.

Are there drive-through light displays, or is it mostly walkable options?

Most displays in Johns Creek, including the City Hall tree lighting, are best enjoyed on foot, with plenty of space for strolling and taking in the sights. For drive-through options, you may need to venture to nearby communities, as Johns Creek itself focuses on walkable, neighborhood, and public space displays.

When do the Christmas lights typically start in Johns Creek?

The holiday season officially kicks off with events like the Holly Jolly Block Party in early December, when the City Hall tree is lit. Many neighborhood displays begin around the same time, with lights often staying up through the end of the year.

Are there free Christmas light displays in Johns Creek?

Yes, the City Hall tree lighting and accompanying festivities are free to attend, offering a budget-friendly way to enjoy the season. Neighborhood light displays are also free to view as you walk or drive through local streets.

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