Holiday lights · NE

Christmas lights & holiday events in Nebraska

Nebraska brings the holidays to the plains, with Omaha's downtown and gardens leading the celebration.

Holiday Lights Festival

Downtown lights Omaha, NE

Omaha's annual festival lights trees and landmarks across downtown, from Thanksgiving through the New Year. It includes a range of seasonal events, many of them free.

Visiting: Lights run from late November through New Year's Day; check the official site for events.Official site →

Bright Nights at Lauritzen Gardens

Botanical garden lights Omaha, NE

Lauritzen Gardens hosts a holiday light show alongside its famous poinsettia show, centered on a 20-foot tree made of hundreds of poinsettia plants. The light show requires a separate ticket from daytime admission.

Visiting: Runs on select nights from late November into early January; timed tickets are required.

Seasons, hours, tickets and prices change every year — always check the official site before you go.

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