Get ready to celebrate the magic of the season with our Merrimack Valley Holiday Light Display Guide! We’ve rounded up 20 of the brightest, most festive homes and attractions across Andover, North Andover, Methuen, Lawrence, Haverhill, Georgetown, Groveland, Middleton, and Boxford to help you plan the perfect family night out. From synchronized musical light shows to charming neighborhood displays, this guide makes it easy to bundle up, sip some hot cocoa, and enjoy the sparkle of the holidays. Whether you’re driving through with the kids or making a night of exploring local neighborhoods, these lights are sure to bring joy, wonder, and plenty of holiday cheer.
| # | Location | Town | Description / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 Tobey Lane | Andover | The Dunne Light Show — a frequently-mentioned coordinated light & music show in Andover. Dunne Light Show |
| 2 | Meadow View Lane | Andover | Residential street frequently cited for excellent holiday lights. |
| 3 | Willoughby Lane | Andover | Another standout street in Andover for lights. |
| 4 | Aspen Circle | Andover | Included in the “Andover’s Best Holiday Lights” map & article. |
| 5 | 153 Chickering Road (Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens) | North Andover | The Winterlights display at the gardens in North Andover. |
| 6 | Various residential spots | North Andover | General list of “best displays” around North Andover (community submitted). |
| 7 | 445 Merrimack Street (Mann Orchards Riverside Farm) | Methuen | The Merrimack Valley Celebration of Lights – drive-through over 1 mile of lights. Fiesta Shows |
| 8 | Downtown Lawrence (Mass St / Common area) | Lawrence | Downtown lighting ceremony + lots of decorative lights in Lawrence. |
| 9 | 1058 Boston Rd (Crescent Farms) | Haverhill | Drive-through show: North Shore Holiday Light Show in Haverhill. |
| 10 | 67 River Street | Middleton | The “River Street Christmas Lights” walk-through display in Middleton. Facebook |
| 11 | 5 2nd Avenue | Middleton | The “Stickney Christmas Light Extravaganza” display in Middleton (per listing). |
| 12 | (Tri-Town area) Boxford / Middleton neighborhood | Boxford / Middleton | Tri-Town area listed in holiday lights list (Boxford/Middleton/Topsfield) — contributor list rather than specific address. |
| 13 | (Private residential) Georgetown area | Georgetown | While specific address not listed, Georgetown appears in North Shore listings / neighborhood light roundup. (You may need local input) |
| 14 | (Residential street) Groveland area | Groveland | Similar to Georgetown — likely residential displays; may need local sourcing |
| 15 | Marilyn Road | Andover | Another street listed in Andover’s best lights list. |
| 16 | Lamancha Way | Andover | Included in Andover’s “best lights” article. |
| 17 | Avery Lane | Andover | Also listed in Andover lights article. |
| 18 | School Street | Andover | Another local Andover location noted. |
| 19 | (Neighborhood/Street in North Andover) – unspecified | North Andover | Use local list of “best displays” in North Andover; you could solicit a reader submission to fill in a specific address. |
| 20 | (Neighborhood/Residential) – unspecified in Boxford | Boxford | Again, may need a local submission or crowdsourcing for a standout display in Boxford (the maps show Boxford as included) |
🎄 Tips for a Safe & Enjoyable Holiday Lights Drive
- Go early/weekday — streets will be less crowded and photo-friendly.
- Stay in your vehicle unless the display invites visitors. Some homeowners prefer no foot traffic.
- Be mindful of neighbors — keep volume low, headlights off (especially when parked briefly), and don’t block driveways.
- Respect private property — admiration from the street is great; entering lawns or yards without permission is not.
- Have fun — it’s a special treat for families. Bring blankets, cocoa, maybe a holiday playlist for the ride.
📣 Calling All Decorators & Neighborhoods!
Do you have (or know of) a standout holiday light display in Andover? We’d love to feature it in our Macaroni Kid guide! Send in:
- Address or intersection
- A couple of good photos (day + night)
- Short description (e.g., “synchronized to music,” “whole-street display,” “charity-drive lighting”)
- Whether it’s best visited by car or on foot
We’ll include it in a future update for our readers.
Email Cheryl at cheryllachendro@macaronikid.com.
