Redlands Neighbor · Seasonal Guide
Christmas Lights in Redlands 2026
Light shows, a lit-up State Street and holiday tours, with real dates.
Info checked Oct 24, 2026 · Sources linked in the textWhere to see Christmas lights in Redlands in 2026, with real dates and times. Some 2026 dates are not out yet, and we say so.
Downtown tree and State Street lights, November 19
At the Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting on Thursday, November 19, 2026, the City Council flips the switch at 6 PM to light the tree and East State Street from Orange St to Redlands Blvd. Fun starts at 5 PM at Ed Hales Park.
Light Up The Night musical light show, December 15 to 26
Per AboutRedlands, Mission Pediatrics at 114 W Vine St runs a light show every night from 5 to 9 PM, December 15 to 26, 2026. Tune your car radio to 102.5 FM for the music, or watch from the sidewalk.
Kimberly Crest holiday lights
- Holiday Lights and Victorian Nights tours: Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays, December 10 to 20, starts from 4:00 to 6:30 PM. $20. Ages 9 and up only. Up to 10 guests per tour. (Kimberly Crest)
- Holiday Lighting and "Windows into Christmas Past": gates 5:30 PM, lighting 6:00 PM. $10 adults, $5 kids 12 and under. No tickets at the gate. Parking is very limited. The Kimberly Crest ticket page has listed this as both December 6 and 7 and December 7 and 8, so check the exact dates there.
Burrage Mansion drive-thru
The Rochford Foundation calls A Burrage Christmas at the Burrage Mansion a yearly tradition. In 2025 it was a free drive-thru on December 14, and you had to reserve (Community Forward Redlands). The 2026 date was not announced when we checked.
Neighborhood lights
Locals ask where to drive for lights every year. See this r/InlandEmpire thread on Redlands and Highland lights for tips from residents. Please drive slowly and stay off lawns.
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FAQ
When are the downtown Redlands Christmas lights turned on in 2026?
Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 6 PM, at the tree lighting at Ed Hales Park.
Is there a drive-by light show in Redlands?
Yes. Light Up The Night at Mission Pediatrics, 114 W Vine St, runs 5 to 9 PM nightly, December 15 to 26, 2026, with music on 102.5 FM.
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