Wilmington Christmas Lights 2026

Visitors take a self-guided walking tour through Airlie Gardens to take in sparkling holiday lights and festive music. The half-mile route guides guests along illuminated garden pathways. The annual holiday event serves as a major fundraiser supporting garden conservation and...

Visitors stroll through illuminated grounds and spectacularly lit trees, visit Santa at the Gazebo, and explore a decorated manor house featuring iconic scenes from A Christmas Story. The festivities include campfires for roasting marshmallows, outdoor holiday movie favorites, vintage carnival...

The museum transforms into a winter wonderland filled with tens of thousands of glistening lights and sparkling decorations. Visitors can explore twilight model train displays accompanied by musical animations. Guests can also visit and take photos with Santa while enjoying...

Visitors gather for an official lighting ceremony featuring a lit Christmas tree and illuminated holiday displays. Guests can stroll around the lake to view the various festive lights sponsored by the Island of Lights Committee. Santa is also on hand...

Visitors travel along a two-mile drive through the park to see over two million lights and more than 500 custom displays, including animated figures and scenes up to 55 feet tall. After the drive, guests can park and stroll along...

Visitors can experience a Christmas light show trail either by driving through in their personal vehicle or boarding a tractor-pulled wagon ride. Wagon passengers stop midway to explore a downtown village on foot, featuring a vintage candy general store, sweet...

Step aboard the historic Battleship NORTH CAROLINA for a spectacular holiday light display. This unique event transforms the iconic vessel into a festive maritime wonderland, offering a magical experience for the whole family. Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with...