Celebrate the season with a family tradition of discovering Miami’s most dazzling Christmas light displays — perfect for all ages.
There’s something magical about the soft glow of Christmas lights illuminating the night. For my family, the holiday season wouldn’t feel complete without our cherished tradition of piling into the car with festive tunes and an excited energy to explore the most stunning light displays in the area. My husband, our two daughters, and I have made this an annual adventure, and it’s one of the things we look forward to most each December. It’s even more exciting when we can get our friends or family to come along and join in the fun!
Driving through neighborhoods decked out in twinkling lights is like stepping into a winter wonderland — even without the snow. Seeing my daughters’ faces light up as they spot glowing reindeer, colorful inflatables, shimmering candy canes, and homes that look like gingerbread houses is a joy that captures the spirit of the season. Over the years, we’ve discovered some unforgettable spots to add to our Christmas light tour.
Here are a few local homes that we have loved visiting, and we hope you will enjoy these as much as we have.
Homes for Dazzling Christmas Lights
Miami-Dade County
3050 Lime Court, Coconut Grove: Michael Hornyak’s house is a festive masterpiece adorned with twinkling Christmas lights, glowing snowflakes, and cheerful inflatables. If you’d like to stretch your legs, park near Coconut Grove Elementary School and enjoy a short walk to soak in the holiday spirit. Several nearby homes join in the festivities too, including one decked out in University of Miami colors with bubbles (a fun take on snow) adding to the magical atmosphere.
6140 SW 46 Terrace: The Pedroso family’s home has a Santa on a sleigh with reindeer on top of the roof, lots of shimmering lights, an inflatable pathway that you can walk through, and decorations galore.
SW 36 Street and 75th Court (corner house): This house includes loads of lights, as well as a gigantic Christmas tree with Santa at the top. So fun!
9240 SW 16 Street: The home, located near Coral Park High School, has an eye-catching light display, inflatables, and a big Santa arch in the front yard.
12331 SW 109 Terrace: Do you remember the ever-popular Christmas Castle house? The Hannah Family has scaled back a bit, but the home boasts an incredible, light-filled Christmas celebration. This year, they have three trains, synchronized lighting, and music. Follow @christmascastle on Instagram for updates.
10705 SW 139 Court: The magic starts at 6 p.m. and music plays during the first 15 minutes every hour. They even have chairs where you can sit and enjoy the show and the impressive decorations. Your kids will love it!
15981 SW 146 Terrace: The homeowner decorates with tons of Christmas lights, and I hear he lights up the house for various other holidays during the year.
Old Cutler and SW 166 Street: There’s a house on this corner that I hear is amazing! It’s a local favorite.
In the Palmetto Bay area, I’ve heard there’s an apartment complex on 87 Avenue and SW 144 Street that goes all out every year. Nearby, a house on SW 144 Street around 75th Court also has an impressive array of lights to enjoy.
14665 Fitzpatrick Road, Miami Lakes: A neighborhood favorite! The incredible light display at this home has even been nominated for an award! You can see bright lights in the trees and Santa flying with his reindeer.
Enchanted Place of North Miami, located at 1800 NE 137 Terrace: Several neighbors join in on the fun, so you can drive through and enjoy the lights on the entire block. It’s so beautiful and festive but be patient because sometimes the car lines can be a bit long.
SW 70 St, between 92 and 93 Ave: A very nicely decorated house. It’s a fun place for kids. Everything is built by the owner and he has been doing this for over 30 years. A must-see!
Broward County
2100 NW 112 Terrace, Pembroke Pines: If you love Disney, you must check out this incredible home that’s decorated with Disney characters. I hear this one is located behind Pembroke Lakes Elementary and the gentleman who puts on this display has been doing it for decades.
1297 NW 192 Terrace, Pembroke Pines (Chapel Cove community): This house has lights that move with the music, and they put on a show for the entire neighborhood.
Christmas Lights in the Acres, Plantation: I hope to finally make it there this year! It’s a bit of a drive for me, but I hear it’s totally worth it.
2700 SE 6 Street, Pompano Beach: The Macek family goes all out with decorations and turns on their lights at 6 p.m.
Holiday Attractions with Twinkling Displays
While neighborhood tours are truly special, Miami also offers a variety of festive attractions
with breathtaking light displays perfect for families.
- Zoo Miami’s Zoo Lights
Experience the zoo in a whole new way with this annual event featuring a million
animal-shaped holiday lights and animal encounters! There’s also hot chocolate,
cookies, and photo ops with Santa. - Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden’s Night at the Garden
Wander through a breathtaking magical garden filled with interactive light displays,
holographic animals, and glowing pathways. It’s like stepping into an enchanted forest. - Christmas Wonderland at Tropical Park
This must-visit holiday event features a massive light display, carnival rides, live shows,
and festive fun for all ages. - The Deering Estate’s Holiday Events
Take a stroll through beautifully decorated grounds and rooms with festive décor that
highlight the estate’s historic charm. This year, the estate is hosting events around the theme “Historic Holidays: Caroling through the Season.” - Nights of Lights
Experience a walk- and drive-through attraction for the entire family that features bright
lights, colorful displays, and the joy of the season at the Miami-Dade County Fair & Expo. - Downtown Doral’s Holiday Festivities
This series of holiday events brings holiday music and dazzling light displays across
Downtown Doral, culminating with Light Up the Night on December 26.
For our family, these outings are more than just sightseeing — they’re moments of connection and joy, a way to pause during the busyness of the season and soak in the magic together. I hope you and your family find just as much delight in these Christmas light displays and holiday attractions as we do.
Do you have favorite light-spotting places or Christmas light displays to visit? Please share them in the comments — I’d love to add them to our list!
Merry wishes and joyful dreams,
Vanessa
My husband and sister said I should mention that we followed your list and saw all but three houses and every single one other than the grinch experience were so lovely. Some of the homeowners came out to say hello to the kids and one even gave out candy canes. That other family followed your list as well, we were both talking about how easy it was to find great houses thanks to the list. the grinch house was their fourth stop and their only bad experience (as it was for all that witnessed this) Thank you for such a great list!