Holiday light shows around MetroWest, Milford and beyond

Jump in for joy and light up your vacation at one of the many driving attractions. Here’s where to catch the glow:

“Festival of Lights”, La Salette Sanctuary, Attleboro

Night shines at La Salette Sanctuary, 947 Park St., Attleboro, where displays of 400,000 lights spread across 10 acres tell the Christmas story and remind us of the real reason for the season. The theme for this year’s celebration is “Love is Born”. The free illuminations are open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. daily from November 25 to January 2. lasaletteattleboroshrine.org.

“Magic of Lights”, Gillette Stadium, Foxborough

A mile-long driving holiday lighting experience is now running through December 24 at Gillette Stadium. The “Magic of Lights” event is a dazzling showcase of thematic light shows. Attractions include 12 Days of Christmas, Toyland, and the Enchanting Tunnel of Lights. New this year are Prehistoric Christmas, Big Foot Monster Trucks and the Snow Flurry Tunnel. The highlight of the show is the Illuminating Mega Trees, featuring 40 feet of dancing lights synchronized to popular holiday tunes. “Magic of Lights” will be open daily from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Gillette Stadium is located at 1 Patriot Place, Foxboro. Tickets start at $ 40 per car and must be purchased online in advance at MagicOfLights.com.

‘Festival of Illumination’ and ‘Winter Wonderland’, Southwick’s Zoo, Mendon

Enjoy two events in one when “Winter Wonderland” and the zoo’s “Festival of Illumination” Chinese Lantern Exhibit come together for a memorable vacation experience starting November 26. Visitors will be immersed in a magical world with over a million dazzling Christmas lights. The 45-minute drive route includes a visit to the frozen forest. After your visit, park and take the tram to Santa Claus Village. Warm up in the Cirque de Lumination marquee tent, meet Santa Claus, watch shows, get cozy by the fire, and enjoy smores, hot toddlers and more. Tickets cost $ 60 per car. Open from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday; and 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tickets must be purchased online in advance at www.festivalofillumination.com

“Lights of the Night”, Tower Hill Botanical Garden, Boylston

Celebrate the season after hours from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. 26 November-Dec. 30 during the beautiful annual garden lights exhibition on 15 acres of formal gardens and surrounding forests, including illuminated plants, paths, sculptures and fountains. Take advantage of concessions such as s’mores kits for use by households. Visit the Garden Shop for unique gifts inspired by nature. Tickets cost $ 23 for adults, $ 18 for seniors, $ 13 for ages 6 to 18, and free for children 5 and under. Visitors can become members at checkout to receive 40% off tickets. Visit www.towerhillbg.org to purchase tickets in advance.

‘Christmas by Candlelight’, ‘OldSturbridgeVillage

Step into the past and enjoy a centuries-old tradition, celebrating New England Christmases of the 19th century and today. On certain dates in December, the Village will open with special evening hours for guests to take in the sights, sounds and special traditions of the holidays of long ago. The 200-acre campus will be decorated for the holiday season. Guests can walk the Christmas Tree Trail and Christmas Wish Bridge, ride the horse-drawn tote, enjoy a nighttime tree-lighting ceremony, visit the over 500-room nativity scene, and admire the Christmas decor from the 1830s, 1850s and 1870s. Special holiday crafts, tours with Santa, storytelling, live music and festive food are all part of the fun. View entries for this year’s Gingerbread House contest. Tickets must be purchased online, in advance and cost $ 28 for adults; $ 14 for young people; free for children 3 and under. Information about the event and tickets are available at https://www.osv.org/event/christmas-by-candlelight-2021/.

‘Winterlights’, Bradley Estate, Canton

At the “Winterlights” in Canton, tens of thousands of lights are hung around the gardens of the Eleanor Cabot Bradley Estate, with music echoing through the trees. This is a walking event. There are themed sections along the way, such as Candy Cane Lane going up to the front door of the house, where the trees are shrouded in red and white lights. The Christmas in the Caribbean section features Santa Claus basking in a hammock. AFairy Garden has thousands of tiny green lights projected into the trees that seem to rush down. There is an arched tunnel made up of long rows of lights and a large Christmas tree made entirely of lights. From November 26 to January 9. 2468 B Washington St., Canton. This event usually sells out quickly. Tickets cost $ 20 and $ 25 for adults and can be purchased at thetrustees.org.

“Festival of Christmas Lights”, Edaville, Carver

Over 17 million million lights will shine when the Christmas Festival of Lights at Edaville USA in Carver opens on November 12th. The event, which was canceled last year due to coronavirus concerns, continues until Christmas Day, when it will be closed. Christmas coaches will take passengers through a holiday setting with an explosion of lights and whimsical displays. Children can also ride vintage rides throughout the park. Thomasland and DinoLand will remain closed for this event. Edaville is at 5 Pine St., Carver. Tickets are $ 30 and $ 35 and advance purchase is required on atedaville.com.

‘Gardens Aglow’, Heritage Museum & Gardens, Sandwich

A stroll through “Gardens Aglow” at the Heritage Museum & Gardens, 67 Grove St., Sandwich, will add extra sparkle and sparkle to your vacation. It opens on November 26 and will take place every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. until December 26. Adult tickets cost $ 18 for members and $ 20 for non-members, and can be purchased online at atheritagemuseumsandgardens.org.

‘ZooLights’, StoneZoo, Stoneham

Take a stroll through Yukon Creek and visit arctic foxes, black bears, bald eagles and a pair of real reindeer at “ZooLights”, the 26-acre annual stone zoo Christmas exhibit ; 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., November 19 to January. 9 to 149, rue Pond, Stoneham; zooewengland.org.

‘Holiday Light Show’, Marshfield Fairgrounds

The holiday lights will shine brightly at the Marshfield Fairgrounds for a spectacle of nearly a million lights spread out along a driving course that takes approximately 20 to 25 minutes to complete. Gaze at giant snowflakes, candy canes, snowmen, and arched trails as the lights vibrate to the sound of Christmas classics like Feliz Navidad and other holiday favorites. There will be new displays this season. Earlier installments were up to three stories high and 300 feet wide, including holiday scenes like a huge toy factory with illuminated gifts flashing in different places to move on a conveyor belt, and a snowman pulling a basketball over passing cars. The show is mainly focused on Christmas, but also features exhibits for Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. Near the back of the fairgrounds last year there was a huge Happy Hanukkah sign in white and blue. “The Marshfield Holiday Light Show” will be produced by BOLD Media. The cost is $ 23 per car in advance or $ 25 at the door. 19 Nov-Dec 30 ; marshfieldlightshow.com.