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The ERDAJT display has been cited by the Guinness Book of World Records.

Holiday Light Displays in Dutchess County in 2024

ERDAJT Holiday Light Display – LaGrangeville

8 Patrick Drive
Friday, November 29-Saturday, December 28, 2024
You know you’ve got a good light display when the Guinness Book of World Records takes notice: In years past, this display, which has about 735,000 lights, has set a record for most lights. You’ll find snowmen, hearts, presents, Christmas trees, the Peanuts gang, and much more. The show, now in its 28th year, kicks off at 4:45pm every day. If you want to hear a specific tune—ranging from traditional songs to modern favorites—check out the show schedule, which includes a song list and details on when it will play. Also great? On specific days, they'll be collecting for various charities.

Holiday Spirit Festival – Wappingers Falls

38 Sheafe Road
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from Friday, November 29-Monday, December 23, 2024
Head to this enchanting holiday walk-thru seasonal extravaganza, where you can see what 1 million lights look like up close. Explore themed areas such as the Christmas Canyon, Gingerbread Village, and more. Please note: You have to buy tickets to this one online before heading over!

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Christmas Displays in Orange County in 2024

Bruschi Christmas – Walkill

5 Madre Decristo Road
Friday, November 29, 2024-Wednesday, January 1, 2025
The Bruschi family has been syncing its dazzling Christmas display to music since 2012, and it's continuing the tradition this year. Tune in to 87.9 FM to hear and watch the show—which runs about 30 minutes—and enjoy the brightly lit candy canes, Christmas trees, and the rest of the twinkling lights that make up the display. Lights are on from 5-11pm.

Watt Christmas Wonderland – Goshen

310 Scotchtown Road
Friday, November 29-Sunday, December 29, 2024
What began as a light display at owner John Watt's mother’s house has grown into a stand-alone, drive-thru Christmas village. See Santa, snowmen, and lots more holiday characters as you drive through this stunning display, which boasts close to a mile of lights that you can visit from 6-9pm (weather permitting). There’s a donation of $10 per car, and vehicles can’t be taller than 8 feet. Pro tip: Consider making your trip on a weeknight when it’s considerably less busy.

Holiday Lights in Bloom – Montgomery

41 Grove Street
Friday, November 29-Sunday, December 29, 2024
Lights in Bloom at the Orange County Arboretum in Thomas Bull Park is a must-see for bug lovers. Along with decked-out trees, the show dazzles with brightly lit snails, bugs, birds, flowers, and lots more of your favorites from nature. The show, which runs from 5pm-8pm, is FREE! (One note: Leave the pets at home for this one!)

More 2024 Hudson Valley Holiday Light Displays

Peace, Love & Lights – Bethel

200 Hurd Road
Friday, November 29-Sunday, December 29, 2024
The Bethel Woods Center for the Arts hosts this drive-thru light display, now in its fifth year, which pays homage to the site's roots as the home of Woodstock. Enjoy themed areas like Groovy Way, an Enchanted Forest, Snowflake Alley, and Holidays Around the World. You can also check out The Holiday Hub for eats and drinks. Drive-thru admission starts at $37/vehicle. Monday walk-thru admission is $12 for ages 12 and up (or donate an unwrapped toy to receive free admission for one adult); those under 12 are FREE.

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At a Frosty Fest you’ll find magical lights, elves at work, and Santa himself.

Frosty Fest – Ulster Park

778 Broadway
Select dates from Friday, November 29-Sunday, December 22, 2024
There are lights of all sorts at this holiday festival, along with attractions and countless characters ready to pose for pictures. Gawk at the tons of holiday characters, including Mr. and Mrs. Frosty, the Gingergread Man, Rudolph, and more. Photo-ops await around every turn. Reservations are strongly recommended and can be booked online.

Originally published in 2015.

All photos are courtesy of the houses/organizers.