Cape Fear Christmas : Holiday Lights near Wilmington

Glittering Christmas lights in Wilmington. Take in all the holiday scenery from the comfort of your car!

Throughout the holiday season, there are many great places to see Christmas lights in Wilmington, North Carolina. Time to pack up the car, and hit the road to enjoy some sparkling lights. There’s something for everyone around Wilmington.

Enchanted Airlie

300 Airlie Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403 | Friday 5:30 p.m. – Saturday 9:30 p.m. | Details

Since 2005, guests from around the world have visited Airlie Gardens to take in the sparkling sights and festive sounds of the holiday season. Enjoy a self-guided walk through of Airlie Gardens and wander through 37 acres of holiday lights & music. Unfortunately, Santa will not be present this year at Enchanted Airlie.

Tickets must be purchased ahead of time, and may be sold out.

1807 Register Ln, Wilmington, N28411

Head to these addresses to see dazzling home made displays:

1301 Lovingston Ln, Wilmington, NC 28409

3220 Kirby Smith Dr, Wilmington, NC 28409 | Woodberry Lights – Home | Facebook

1807 Register Ln, Wilmington, N28411 | Star Wars themed display

455 Bayfield Dr, Wilmington, NC 28411 | Bayfield Lights – Home | Facebook

213 Friday Dr, Wilmington, NC 28411

1301 Williamsburg Ct, Wilmington, NC 28411

1231 Potomac Ct, Wilmington, NC 28411

7101 Retriever Ln, Wilmington, NC 28411

333 Aldrich Ln, Wilmington, NC 28411

299-201 Bedrock Ct, Wilmington, NC 28411

410-400 Jewell Point, Wilmington, NC 28411

5002 Lord Tennyson Rd, Wilmington, NC 28405

For more holiday light displays in Wilmington check out this wonderful map

*disclaimer* We have unfortunately not visited all places listed and can’t promise there will be holiday cheer at all the locations mapped.

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