The holidays are upon us! We all have our traditions and one of my favorites is grabbing a peppermint mocha, some homemade cookies, and cruising around looking at the lights. No matter the weather, the car is toasty warm and the Christmas tunes play nonstop! If you are wondering where to see Christmas Lights near Olympia and throughout Thurston County, this list is for you!
Candy Cane Lane at the Kelley Ranch
5410 66th Avenue NW, Olympia
Open now through January 1
Candy Cane Lane will have their incredible display lit from 5 p.m. to 10:30 a.m. every night. Remember to bring your donation to the Olympia Food Bank, a donation bin will be out front.
2420 Bethel Street NE, Olympia
This year, their display will feature a waterfall using new LED Rope lights. Look for the giant, 14.5-foot inflatable dinosaur and some aquatic creatures, too. Lights will be on through January 30, 2026. Drive by display only. The owners suggest parking on side streets if you want to walk by on the sidewalk.
Christmas Comics
1630 26th Avenue NE, Olympia
When out looking at lights, don’t miss the Christmas Comics display in Olympia. Hand-painted characters from Disney, Universal, Nickelodeon, Hanna-Barbera and more will delight viewers of all ages. Christmas lights are on from 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. through December 31.
Epic Lights
11948 Dream Street SW, Olympia
Open December 1-31
Epic Lights is once again going in Olympia with an incredible light display set to music. Tune into 107.9 FM to hear, or if you don’t have a radio, you can press the button to start the music! Wifi is free from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., log onto Epic Lights Guest. Music changes depending on when you drive by:
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.: today’s hits and Christmas music
8 p.m. – 10 p.m.: Jukebox – pick your own song!
6024 Tiger Tail Drive SW, Olympia
See some fun neon lights on Tiger Tail Drive in Olympia.
Christmas Island
2920 Tierney Street SW, Olympia
Now through December 26
See the Story of Christmas through these gorgeous displays at Maytown Assemblies of God’s Christmas Island. Wednesdays through Sundays they will be handing out free hot beverages and goodies. Display is free to enjoy. For more information, call 360.508.2633.
Wilson Street Winter Wonderland
424 Wilson Street SE, Olympia
Open now until December 27
Sunday 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Monday-Thursday 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday-Saturday, 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
The Wilson Street Winter Wonderland is back for 2025! The Grinch or Santa will be there each night through December 23 (find the schedule of who is visiting each night on the Wilson Street Winter Wonderland Facebook page) No charge to walk through and visit the characters. Be sure to stop by their shop and get your gifts and decorations.
No pets, no smoking or vaping and they ask that you do not block the neighbor’s driveways when you park. If the weather is really bad, it may be closed for everyone’s safety. Follow the Facebook page for updates.
9419 Sheldon Road SE Olympia
You won’t want to miss this house on Sheldon Road – the entire property is lit up with an incredible display set to music. Even the ground is covered!
3625 Gainsborough Drive SE, Olympia
This home on Gainsborough Drive SE is always a must-see! Their Christmas light display lights up the night with dozens of blow molds, trees, and iconic holiday shapes.
Huntamer Park
618 Woodland Square Loop SE, Lacey
City of Lacey’s Huntamer Park is once again decorated for the holidays! Tune into the station listed on the sign to watch the synchronized light show.
Deerfield Park Drive NE, Lacey
Several homes on Deerfield Park Drive are festively decorated and through a cruise!
North Street SE & Lorne Street SE, Tumwater
On the corner of North Street SE & Lorne Street SE in Tumwater is a house with a yard full of fun Christmas inflatables! It’s a great drive-by.
130 Cherry Lane SE, Tumwater
Cherry Lane has some fun houses this year, with lots of lights and inflatables! The owners say you are welcome to take photos inside the inflatable arch at 130 Cherry Lane SE.
Have a light display we missed? Send us your address and a photo to submit@ThurstonTalk.com.
