Few things get us into the holiday spirit more than the shimmer of twinkling lights adorning the charming streets, parks and Tammany Trace trailheads of St. Tammany Parish. While navigating the hustle and bustle of the holidays, take a break to stroll or drive by these free light displays and bring out that inner glow!
25th Annual Holiday of Lights
Holiday of Lights at Koop Drive in Mandeville
When: December 6-January 4, 2025
Where: Tammany Trace Trailhead and throughout Parish Admin Complex, 21490 Koop Drive, Mandeville
See thousands of lights, including the "world's tallest Christmas Tree" (a draped water tower!). Special events (below).
Dec. 6, 7, 13, 14, 6-9 p.m.: Santa’s Workshop, pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus, fare from local food vendors, snow machines, free kiddie rides, a laser light display, community performances, and tram rides on the Trace. Special 25th anniversary ornaments and a commemorative posters available in the workshop.
Dec. 20, 21, 27 & 28 and Jan. 3 & 4, 6-9 p.m.: Drive-though experience and “Santa’s Yuletide Forest” walk-through experience. Scavenger hunt to find unique displays and inflatables.
Slidell's Bayou Christmas
Slidell's Bayou Christmas lane
When: December 13-14 and 20-23, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Heritage Park, 1701 Bayou Lane, Slidell
This six-night event features lights galore, free photos with Santa Claus, ice skating, entertainment, light displays, food and beverages, holiday decorations and more. Proceeds benefit the Slidell Unit of the Boys & Girls Club of Metro Louisiana.
Madisonville Ball Park and Tchefuncte Riverfront
Holiday Lights on the Tchefuncte River (Anthony "Chopper" Leone photo)
When: November 27, 2024-January 11, 2025, dusk 'til dawn
Where: Along the Tchefuncte Riverfront and Madisonville Ball Park, Madisonville
See historic Madisonville's ancient, moss-draped live oaks illuminated by thousands of twinkling lights. Also, the Madisonville Ball Park, 1007 Pine Street, will be decorated for Merry Madisonville.
Christmas Under the Stars
Christmas under the Stars lighted village in Griffith Park, Slidell
When: December 6, 7, 13 and 14, 6-8 p.m., and dusk 'til dawn Dec. 1-31, 2024
Where: Griffith Park, 333 Erlanger Ave, Slidell
Join the free celebration of twinkling lights, festive decorations, life-size Christmas cottages and other family fun this December. Festive displays are open for strolling December 1-31 each evening, with special events and activities Dec. 6, 7, 13 and 14, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. each evening.
Christmas on Front Street
Christmas on Front lighted displays, photo by Marisa Frischhertz
When: Dec. 2, 2024-January 2, 2025, from dusk until dawn
Where: Front Street from West Hall to Erlanger Ave., Olde Towne Slidell
The City of Slidell and Keep Slidell Beautiful welcome you each night to Olde Towne with a dazzling display of thousands of lights along Front Street.
Public Menorah Lighting at Mandeville Trailhead
Mandeville's Mayor Madden and the Northshore Jewish Congregation at the 2023 Menorah Lighting
When: Friday, December 27 at 6 p.m.
Where: Mandeville Trailhead
The City of Mandeville partners with the Northshore Jewish Congregation to host a public Menorah Lighting. All are welcome.
Covington's 12 Days of Christmas
12 Days of Christmas light displays throughout downtown Covington
When: November 27, 2024 - January 6, 2025, from dusk until dawn
Where: Historic Downtown Covington
A favorite Christmas carol has a place of prominence in Covington with lighted displays depicting the 12 Days of Christmas. Find them all with the map, snap a selfie, or belt the beloved carol on video to share with all those you'd love to be caroling with this holiday season. At the Covington Trailhead (stop #8), stroll the display of dozens of glittering Christmas trees, sponsored and decorated by local businesses, organizations and residents in support of the Northshore Food Bank in Covington.
Trees at the Trailhead in Covington
For more holiday fun, explore our calendar of events.
