A Local Holiday Guide
Looking for the best Christmas lights in Lubbock? One of the most loved holiday traditions in our city is loading up the car, turning on Christmas music, and driving through neighborhoods that show up for the season.
Whether you’re planning a family night, a cozy date drive, or just want to slow down and enjoy the holidays, these neighborhoods consistently offer some of the best Christmas light displays in Lubbock.
Where can you see the best Christmas lights in Lubbock?
Oakmont
Southwest Lubbock | 98th & Quaker
Oakmont is one of the most well-known neighborhoods for Christmas lights in Lubbock. Many homes decorate heavily, and it’s common to find coordinated displays and themed setups throughout the neighborhood.
Local tip: Start here, then head north toward Vintage Township.
Vintage Township
82nd & Milwaukee
Vintage Township offers a walkable, small-town feel that really shines during the holidays. The lights here tend to be warm, classic, and family fun.
Local tip: Caffeination Station is a local favorite for hot cocoa and seasonal drinks before or after your drive.
Hatton Place
Near 19th & Milwaukee
Hatton Place is one of those neighborhoods locals quietly recommend year after year. You’ll find creative displays, playful inflatables, and homes that really lean into the holiday spirit.
Local tip: This area is especially fun for younger kids thanks to bright displays and a relaxed neighborhood feel.
Highland Oaks
Northwest Lubbock | 66th & Frankford
Highland Oaks brings a cozy, neighborhood-driven Christmas feel. The displays here give you the classic holiday look that feels warm and welcoming.
Texas Tech Area
Near University Avenue & Broadway
The neighborhoods surrounding Texas Tech bring a different kind of holiday energy. Between the Texas Tech campus and established nearby neighborhoods, you’ll see creative displays mixed with local pride and classic, warm lights along 19th Street.
Local tip: This area pairs well with dinner or dessert downtown.
Plan Your Route with the Christmas in Lubbock Light Map
To make planning easy, we recommend using the Christmas in Lubbock Light Map, created and maintained by Lubbock in the Loop.
The map highlights individual homes, neighborhoods, and organized light shows across the city and is updated each season.
Credit to Lubbock in the Loop for putting together such a helpful local resource for the community.
Tips for a Cozy Christmas Lights Night
A little prep goes a long way when turning a lights drive into a full holiday memory:
- Bring blankets for the car ride, especially for little ones who fall asleep mid-tour
- Grab hot cocoa or a seasonal drink before heading out
- Queue up Christmas music ahead of time
- Christmas pajamas aren’t a must, but they’re always part of the fun
- Drive slowly and give yourself plenty of time
Local tip: Those small details are what turn a simple drive into a tradition.
A Local Holiday Tradition Worth Repeating
Christmas lights are one of the things that make Lubbock feel like home during the holidays. From established neighborhoods to newer communities, the effort people put into decorating reflects the pride and connection that define our city.
Whether you visit one neighborhood or make a full evening of it, we hope this guide helps you enjoy the season and explore the places that make Lubbock feel like Christmas.
Happy holidays from our team at PROP Realty!
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