Atlanta’s Best Neighborhood Christmas Lights

Gifts are bought, relatives are in town, and you're in the mood to look at Christmas lights. But, you want it to be an easy – no major traffic or heavy expense – outing. There are great neighborhood displays around Atlanta that thrill visitors every year and often take donations for non-profits like Make A Wish foundation. A single family or multiple ones get together to decorate their yards and share the holiday spirit. Below are top ones around Atlanta and some of the surrounding suburbs.

Source: Atlanta Parent Magazine
2019 Best Neighborhood Christmas Lights Around Atlanta

A Whole Lot of Christmas
For more than 25 years, this family has been decorating their home to the extreme. Different sections of the yard include snowflake lane, Santa’s workshop, a working ferris wheel, a Disney section, cut-outs for pictures and more. Don’t forget to look in the backyard for an ocean-themed display! In 2012, they began collecting donations for Make-a-Wish Georgia and continue this tradition. Santa sits in the sleigh for photos every weekend in December: Sat. 8-9 p.m. and Sun. 7-9 p.m.
When: Through Dec. 31. Nightly 6-11 p.m.
Where: 1833 Smokerise Summit, Stone Mountain

Duluth Christmas House
Large drive by Christmas light display in Duluth. Walk through display available with free reservations through Eventbrite. Free events every Saturday night including a scavenger hunt, a write a letter to Santa area, hot chocolate and cookies. This year, they are canned food donations for First Baptist Duluth and children’s books for BB Harris Elementary School.
When: Through Dec. 28. Nightly 6-10 p.m.
Where: 2929 Mockingbird Cir., Duluth

Felix Family Christmas Lights
Animated display with thousands of lights coordinated to Christmas music as part of this two house display with the use of more than 450 channels of computer animation. Light arches, giant stars and tons of trees fill the yards. This year, they are collecting donations for Paulding Public Safety Appreciation, Inc.
When: Through Dec. 31. Mon.-Fri. 6-10 p.m. and Sat. and Sun. 6-11 p.m.
Where: 224 Oliver Overlook, Dallas

Gaddy Family Christmas Light Extravaganza
For over 20 years, the Gaddy family has hosted a drive-thru Christmas display with light tunnels and blow-up Christmas decor. They collect donations for Toys for Tots and The March of Dimes.
When: Through Jan. 1. Nightly 6-10 p.m.
Where: 898 Sandy Creek Rd., Fayetteville

Riley's Rockin' Christmas
Over 50,000 LED lights choreographed to 13+ songs from holiday favorites, including “Frozen,” “Polar Express,” “Peanuts” and more. Tune your radio to 101.3 and view the show from the comfort of your car. Donations are accepted in the Christmas Mailbox to benefit the Children’s Burn Foundation. 
When: Through Jan. 1. Sun.-Thur. 6-9 p.m. and Fri. and Sat. 6-10 p.m. 
Where:  2008 Palladium Drive, Kennesaw

Smoot Family Christmas Light Show
Over 70K Commercial LED Christmas Light Show with a new interactive display. Weather permitting, they’ll give away free hot chocolate and cookies on Sat. nights from 6-8 p.m. All donations go to The Lupus Foundation of America, Georgia Chapter.
When: Through Dec. 31. Sun.- Thurs. 6-10 p.m. and Fri. and Sat. 6-11 p.m.
Where: 3699 Autumn Drive, Acworth

Vinyard Christmas
The 13,000 lights are synced to music on 91.7 FM. They even let you control some of the lights on your phone while you’re watching the show.
When: Check the website for dates and updates.
Where: 3690 Vinward Way, Lawrenceville.

Source: TripstoDiscover.com
10 Best Neighborhoods to See Christmas Lights in Atlanta

Christmas on Amberwood
Lawrenceville sits northeast of the center of Atlanta and is a cool neighborhood for Christmas fun, particularly thanks to a group of houses that not only decorate but incorporate interactive activities for families. Kids can play on a variation of inflatables, and an extremely authentic Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be out and about to take lists, wishes and pictures. The neighborhood event is known as Christmas on Amberwood.
371 Amberwood Drive, Lawrenceville, GA

Ashebrooke Night of Lights
This Cumming neighborhood lights up their streets and homes every evening in December, raising money for local causes. Hit it on the magical night of lights for a chance to see Santa, a live nativity scene, falling snow, and hot cocoa. Find out details about this year's magical night—as well as information about visiting throughout December—on their website.
Ashebrooke Subdivision, Cumming
Nearest major intersection:
Kelly Mill Road & Bethleview

Christmas in Castille
After taking a year off, this show is back and bigger than ever. Weather permitting, this synchronized show runs from Nov. 29th to Dec. 22nd from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursdays through Saturdays. Located in a gated neighborhood, guests must exit prior to the gates closing for the evening, but you'll be glad you went when you tune in to 89.9 FM and realize that the lights dance to the music on your radio! Be sure to check the Facebook page for inclement weather updates or other changes in hourly operations before you go!
4220 Tivoli Way, Alpharetta

Brookhaven
One of our favorites is a house in Brookhaven. Located at the corner of Peachtree Dunwoody and Winall Downs, it has probably 125+ inflatables! Be prepared to park and walk down a line of cars to see it because it's a popular one. It's a lot of fun to see how many inflatables there are celebrating Christmas and the holidays. Hold on to your little ones hands since the street can be lined on both sides with cars and more and more drive by. Worth the trip.