These Streets and Neighborhoods Have the Most Over-the-Top Christmas Lights in America

Dyker Heights in Brooklyn, N.Y.

Explore this over-the-top collection of giant nutcrackers, inflatable snowmen and lights galore through a guided bus tour or for free by foot. The best lights are between 11th to 13th Avenues, from 83rd to 86th St.

Christmas Tree Lane in Alameda, Calif.

For more than 85 years, the 3200 block of Thompson Avenue is lit up nightly the whole month of December. Though called Christmas Tree Lane, per Alameda Post, the neighborhood boasts lighting displays representing seasonal themes, Hanukkah and other winter staples — each household decorates however they want!

Christmas on Comstock in Gilbert, Ariz.

The season 3 winner of ABC's The Great Christmas Light Fight competition, the 13 adjacent homes in this neighborhood feature more than 110,000 lights combined, according to Only in Arizona.

Smedley Street Christmas Light Spectacular in Philadelphia

Living up to its name, the 2700 block of this South Philadelphia street goes all-out with holiday decor meant to be enjoyed by the whole family. A neighborhood tradition for more than 50 years, per Philadelphia Family, the 2024 celebration kicked off Nov. 30 and lasts through Jan. 12.

Peacock Lane in Portland, Ore.

During the latter half of December, visitors to this decades-old Oregon attraction on Peacock Lane can sip free hot cocoa or cider while enjoying the elaborately lit scenery.

Christmas Card Lane in San Diego

The Rancho Peñasquitos area of San Diego has become a go-destination to see yards decked out in holiday decorations and lights on display on Christmas Card Lane. Participation has grown so much over the past 40-plus years that multiple streets now participate with festive displays.

Candy Cane Lane in Los Angeles

The jolly decorators in this California subdivision have been decking out their houses since 1952, per the local Chamber of Commerce. Santa and his elves have also made surprise appearances throughout the holiday season.

The over-the-top neighborhood display inspired the 2023 Amazon Prime Video filmCandy Cane Lane, starring Eddie Murphy and Tracee Ellis Ross as Chris and Carol Carver. Together — along with their three kids and a few small helpers — they deal with the aftermath of Chris attempting to win the Christmas home decorating contest by any means necessary.

Interlochen Holiday Lights in Arlington, Texas

Like other areas on the list, the Interlochen Holiday Lights tradition has been around for decades.

According to its official website, the Interlochen showcase provides "miles of smiles to kids of all ages." In this lakeside locale, the holiday spirit is certainly on full display.

Miracle on 34th Street in Baltimore

A true miracle on 34th street, this annual tradition on the 700 block in the Hampden area of Baltimore boasts both classic displays and one-of-a-kind details, like a Christmas tree made of hubcaps, as The Baltimore Banner reported. The long-held extravaganza returned for its 77th year in 2024.

"It's just so amazing, and even when you're down or you're cold, you still feel the joy, and it's always something to look forward to," Jennifer Devine told WBAL-TV 11 News before adding, "It lifts my spirit. It's just people coming together from all over the world and seeing this."

Arthur Street in Danvers, Mass.

The home of the Elliott family and that of their neighbors next door are the only two houses on Arthur Street that decorate to the extreme — but it's for a good cause. For nearly 20 years, they have collected donations from people who come to see their tens of thousands of lights and decorations and give the money to Children's Hospital (via New England Cable News).