🎄 Top Places to See Christmas Lights in Topeka

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Christmas is right around the corner, and one of the best ways to get into the spirit is by checking out some incredible Christmas lights in Topeka. Whether you’re cruising through a drive-thru light show or walking through a festive neighborhood, these local favorites are guaranteed to bring joy to the season.

This list isn’t ranked, just filled with holiday magic. If you know of a spot we missed, email Justin at [email protected]—we’d love to feature more of the best places to see Christmas lights in Topeka.

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🎁 TARC’s Winter Wonderland

📍 3435 SE East Edge Rd, Topeka, KS 66605
🕕 Open nightly 6–10 PM (Nov–Dec 31)
💵 Suggested donation: $10 per car, $20 per bus

This 2-mile drive-thru light show is a Topeka holiday tradition. Hosted as TARC’s biggest fundraiser of the year, Winter Wonderland features thousands of lights and a dedicated Christmas radio station you can tune into while driving through.

🎄 Pro tip: Before you enter, have everyone in the car guess how many reindeer you’ll spot—winner gets a hot chocolate!

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🎁 Cortez Holiday Light Show

📍 3919 SE 30th, Topeka, KS 66605
🕕 Sun–Thurs 6–10 PM | Fri–Sat 6–11 PM

Run by the Cortez family since 2008, this amazing show features more than 350 synchronized light channels and its own private radio station. The display is dazzling, interactive, and different every year—making it one of the top Christmas light shows in Topeka.

🎄 Watch their promo video or check out their KSNT feature to get a sneak peek.

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🎁 Zoo Lights at the Topeka Zoo

📍 635 SW Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS 66606
🕕 Nov 27 – Dec 30 | Most nights 5–9 PM (extended hours Dec 20–24)
💵 $9 kids, $14 adults

Zoo Lights is a walk-through holiday event at the Topeka Zoo filled with glowing animals, magical displays, and even Santa himself! It’s fun for the whole family and supports FOTZ (Friends of the Zoo), a nonprofit supporting zoo programs and care.

🎄 Don’t forget to stop by the gift shop and grab some cocoa while you’re there.

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🎁 Cannock Chase Road

📍 Just west of Urish Rd on 29th Street

Not an official show—but don’t let that fool you. Cannock Chase is a Topeka neighborhood light legend. Many homes along this street go all out with personal light displays, and several have even placed in the Topeka Chamber’s annual competition.

🎄 Drive slowly, roll down the windows, and enjoy the glow. It’s one of the best-kept secrets for seeing Christmas lights in Topeka.

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🎁 Potwin Place Neighborhood

📍 Around 498 SW Greenwood Ave, Topeka, KS 66606

Potwin Place is a historic neighborhood that transforms into a winter wonderland every year. Each roundabout intersection features themed displays—last year it was “Holiday TV Classics,” complete with The Grinch, Frosty, and the leg lamp from A Christmas Story.

🎄 This is one you’ll want to walk or drive through slowly—it’s tradition for many Topeka families.

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FAQs About Christmas Lights in Topeka

When do most Christmas light displays in Topeka open?
Most shows start the week of Thanksgiving and run through New Year’s Eve.

What are the top places to see Christmas lights in Topeka?
TARC’s Winter Wonderland, Cortez Light Show, Zoo Lights, Potwin Place, and Cannock Chase are among the best.

Do any Christmas lights in Topeka require tickets?
Yes—Zoo Lights charges admission, while most neighborhood displays are free or donation-based.

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Love being near all the holiday fun? We don’t just know where to find the best Christmas lights in Topeka—we know the best neighborhoods too. Whether you’re relocating or just looking for a new home close to the holiday action, we’d love to help.

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About the Author:

This article, Top Places to See Christmas Lights in Topeka, was written by Justin Armbruster of the Armbruster Team at Genesis REALTORS®, your trusted experts in Topeka real estate, marketing, and local insight.

Whether you’re searching for the perfect home—or just the best hot cocoa spot—we’re here to help.

Call or text Justin at (785) 260-4384 or reach out through this form. We’ve helped hundreds of families buy and sell homes across Topeka, and we’d love to help you next.

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