Nashville Christmas Lights 2024-2025

Nashville residents go big on Christmas decorations! You'll be amazed by houses lavishly adorned with lights and lawns full of inflatables. The city also features a few large twinkling light displays as well as dozens of festive events during the holiday season.

Christmas at Gaylord Opryland Hotel (November 8, 2024–January 4, 2025)

One of Nashville’s must-see holiday displays can be found at the iconic Gaylord Opryland Hotel. Beginning in mid-November, the hotel transforms into a festive hotspot, drawing local families and visitors alike. With over 3 million twinkling lights and a selection of new displays, Christmas at Gaylord Opryland has become the ultimate holiday destination. Beyond its miles of dazzling light displays, the event features an array of concerts, shows, movie screenings, and fun activities, including ice skating and snow tubing, offering something for everyone to enjoy during the season.

This holiday season, the Gaylord Opryland Hotel invites guests to experience the ICE! featuring Frosty the Snowman. Visitors can step into a winter wonderland like no other as they journey through larger-than-life ice sculptures, race down exhilarating frozen slides, and explore breathtaking tunnels. Over 40 world-renowned artisans dedicate more than six weeks to hand-carve approximately 6,000 blocks of ice, creating this unique Christmas attraction. Spanning over 17,000 square feet with nine immersive scenes, it's a display of holiday magic you won't want to miss. Tickets start from $18.99.

In addition, guests can enjoy the festive A Country Christmas Dinner Show, an evening filled with classic and original holiday tunes, along with favorite country hits, all paired with a delightful meal prepared by award-winning chefs.

Holiday Lights at Cheekwood Estate and Gardens (November 22, 2024–January 5, 2025)

Cheekwood Estate is another must-see during the holiday season. With more than a million dazzling lights illuminating the garden after the sun goes down, Cheekwood offers one of the most spectacular holiday walks in Nashville. The 55-acre (22-ha) botanic garden features several Christmas trees and other holiday favorites. A delightful experience for all ages awaits, featuring s'mores, seasonal beverages, and a festive Holiday Marketplace. Guests can also enjoy a tour of the Historic Mansion, beautifully decorated this year by former White House florist Laura Dowling. Holiday lights will illuminate Creekwood from 4:30 pm to 10 pm. Tickets will be available for members starting on October 1, with sales opening to the general public on October 15.

Chad's Winter Wonderland (November 28–December 31, 2024)

The enchanting Chad's Winter Wonderland stands as one of the largest holiday light displays in the South. With around 2 million dazzling lights, this event offers a magical experience, including a drive-thru Santa's house where Father Christmas hands out candy canes and collects letters filled with children's Christmas wishes. The Winter Wonderland also features a captivating light tunnel, nearly 90 arches, and over 350 unique displays, including a Nativity scene, a Christmas train, and a dancing snowman, creating a festive atmosphere for all to enjoy.

The event runs daily from 5 pm to 10 pm, offering plenty of time to enjoy the festivities each evening. Tickets are priced at $25 per car. The location is 791 Old Laguardo Rd in Lebanon, TN, just a short 30-minute drive from downtown Nashville, providing a convenient escape to a holiday wonderland without venturing too far from the city.