Driving down a street lit up by different colored lights and inflatables swaying in the wind is a special feeling during the holidays. We don't know about you, but there is definitely something nostalgic about looking at Christmas lights. Lucky for us, the capital city offers many light display options. And, there are also great residential streets decorated for the season. Many residents go all out for the holidays, covering their yards with inflatable Santas, reindeer, gingerbread men, and elves. See which places are near you, and plan your visit for this weekend. 

Louisiana Lights @ Burden Museum & Gardens

@ 4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA.

This enchanting holiday experience is something you don't want to miss. Louisiana Lights lasts until December 29 and operates Thursday through Sunday, so you have two more weekends to grab your tickets. Entry is timed to 30-minute slots from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 

Tickets for ages four and up are $20, and children three and under are free. 

Holiday Lights @ Baton Rouge General

@ 8585 Picardy Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA.

The Baton Rouge General's Holiday Lights event is a magical walking path perfect for your festive evenings. Immerse yourself in synchronized light displays, dancing trees, tunnels, and more. The event runs until December 31. Visit their website for parking information.

Zoo Lights @ Baton Rouge Zoo

@ 3601 Thomas Road, Baton Rouge, LA.

What better way to spice up your holiday light stroll than by seeing cute animals? We've added the Zoo Lights event to a few of our weekend line-ups because it is truly a magical thing to see. Each evening from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., wander through the zoo as it is lit up with holiday light displays for everyone to enjoy. Admission prices vary depending on age and whether or not you are a zoo member, so check out their website for ticket pricing. 

If you don't mind driving a bit, there are light displays all around Baton Rouge and surrounding cities. Central has two different locations where you can see Christmas lights-- One is on the corner of Hooper and Sullivan Rd. by the Tractor Supply and another on Hooper in between Joor and Sullivan. 

Many neighborhoods in Denham Springs are home to residents going above and beyond during the holidays. A few include the Messenger’s Christmas Land, The Willow’s Winter Wonderland, and Christmas Lights at The Strouds.

A few locations a bit further, but definitely worth the drive, are in New Orleans. The iconic Celebration in the Oaks at City Park brings in people from all over looking to enjoy the holiday light displays. Another picturesque place is The Roosevelt New Orleans, which packs an incredible holiday drink menu at its bar along with holiday decorations worth seeing. 

Click here to see a few holiday-themed events around the city to do before Christmas arrives.

Featured Image via Baton Rouge General Holiday Lights