With the holidays fast approaching you’re probably making more time to spend with friends and family and finding ways to make memories. The numerous light shows and displays across the Cincinnati area are a great way to spend quality time with your loved ones and get in the holiday spirit.

From underground caves to drive-thru displays and treks through the forest or just through your neighborhood, we’ve got 14 spots across the Tri-State where you can “ooh” and “ahh” at some pretty lights and creative displays.

PNC Festival of Lights at the Cincinnati Zoo Voted the No. 1 zoo light display in America by readers of USA Today, the 42nd-annual PNC Festival of Lights takes over the zoo with more than 4 million LED bulbs. Wander in the “Wild Wonderland” to take in twinkling displays, watch a synchronized musical light show on Swan Lake or walk under giant glowing jellyfish. There will be winter treats available, plus hidden Fiona fairies and a 24-foot-tall Fiona nutcracker will greet visitors. Nov. 21 through Jan. 5. Included with zoo admission (prices vary by day). 3400 Vine St., Avondale. Photo: Adam Doty
Light in the Forest at the Cincinnati Nature Center Wander the woods in this themed light display set up along the Cincinnati Nature Center’s trails. This year’s expanded attraction includes more lights, displays by local artists, live music, a decorated historic home, a bonfire and shopping. Dec. 5-29. $18 non-member and $14 member adult; $8 non-member and $6 member child. 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford. Photo: facebook.com/Cincinnati Nature Center
Pyramid Hill Lights Show at Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum The drive-through light show features over a million lights, as well as scenic holiday displays and artist installations, some of which are new this year. The park partnered with independent artists and the community to bring the show to life in new ways. Through Jan. 5. $25 carload non-members; $15 carload members; free for Hamilton residents on Tuesdays. 1763 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton. Photo: Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum
Deck the Y’alls Lightfest The Florence Y’alls’ Thomas More Stadium will be overrun with holiday lights and interactive displays during Deck the Y’alls Lightfest. Guests are invited to walk directly onto the field and experience the magic of the season, complete with over 2 million lights choreographed to music, multiple themed displays and several interactive elements. The centerpiece will be a whopping 50-foot animated tree. There will also be an ice rink, s’mores-friendly fire pits and holiday shopping. Open from Nov. 22- Jan. 1. $14-$22 adults; $10-$18 ages 4-12; $12-$18 seniors/military. Thomas More Stadium, 7950 Freedom Way, Florence. Photo: Provided by the Florence Y'alls
Legendary Lights of Historic Clifton Mill For the 36th year, Clifton Mill will be decked out in dazzling lights this winter — 4 million of them. The historic Yellow Springs mill, plus the surrounding trees, riverbank and covered bridge, will all be illuminated from bottom-to-top in colorful lights. Nov. 29 through Dec. 30. $15 for adults; free for 3 and under. 75 Water St., Yellow Springs. Photo: facebook.com/Clifton Mill
Holidays on the Farm at Winton Woods/Parky’s Farm Parky’s Farm will be decorated in festive lights, inviting guests to explore lit-up nature trails at Winton Woods. Activities include wagon rides, an illuminated beer garden, food trucks, caroling and a meet-and-greet with Santa. Nov. 22 through Dec. 31. $17 general admission; $12 ages 3-12 and seniors 62+; free ages 2 and under. Winton Woods/Parky’s Farm, 10073 Daly Road, Greenhills. Photo: facebook.com/Parky's Farm
Christmas Glow at Land of Illusion A haunted horror town during Halloween and a family-friendly splash zone during the summer, Land of Illusion transforms into a drive-through holiday light display each winter. Christmas Glow offers more than 3.8 million lights, singing penguins and reindeer, a petting zoo, carnival rides, boozy beverages in the Elf Lounge and a Christmas village with a 45-foot-tall tree. Nov. 27 through Dec. 30. $12 Mon.-Thurs. online; $15 Fri.-Sun. online. 8762 Thomas Road, Middletown. Photo: facebook.com/Land of Illusion Adventure Park
Winter Nights & River Lights at the Purple People Bridge The Purple People Bridge will be adorned with thousands of lights, glowing yarn art and themed holiday projections this winter, all set to seasonal tunes. Through Jan. 5. Free admission. 1 Levee Way, Newport. Photo: facebook.com/Purple People Bridge
The Christmas Ranch This winter wonderland features 1 million lights synchronized to music. Drive along an animated, illuminated route or park the car to visit the Christmas village with seven shops, a bakery and café, and train and wagon rides. A portion of proceeds benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the Little Miami Food Pantry, Neediest Kids of All and Shriners Hospital for children. Nov. 22 through Dec. 23. $37 per carload; $47 oversized vans; free parking. 3205 S. Waynesville Road, Morrow. Photo: facebook.com/The Christmas Ranch
Light Up Middletown This “fantasy drive-thru light display” in Middletown’s 100-acre Smith Park not only decks the halls with tons of glowing holiday displays, it also serves as a fundraiser for Middletown City Parks. Thanksgiving through New Year’s. Open from 6-10 p.m. Cash donation. Smith Park, 500 Tytus Ave., Middletown. Photo: facebook.com/Light Up Middletown
Light Up the Fair at the Boone County Fairgrounds This Northern Kentucky drive-through light display spans two miles with over a half-million dazzling lights, synchronized to music through each visitor’s car radio. Nov. 15 through Dec. 28. $7 per person or $25 per carload (4-8 people); free for children under 4, active military and first responders. Boone County Fairgrounds, 5819 Idlewild Road, Burlington. Photo: facebook.com/Light Up the Fair
ChristmasTown at the Creation Museum The Creation Museum puts the “Christ” in Christmas as it transforms its botanical gardens into a giant holiday light display, complete with a live nativity, petting zoo and more. Nov. 29 through Jan. 4. Outdoor exhibit is free; parking requires payment. 2800 Bullittsburg Church Road, Petersburg, Kentucky. Photo: facebook.com/Creation Museum
Christmas Cave at White Gravel Mines Take a self-guided walk through this underground gravel cave that depicts the birth of Jesus. The cave features more than 20 biblical scenes and thousands of twinkling lights. Luke 5 Adventures will be available on select dates to help those with limited mobility. Fridays and Saturdays from 4-10 p.m. from Nov. 22 through Dec. 21. Admission is free but donations are encouraged. 4007 White Gravel McDaniel Road, Minford, Ohio. Photo: Provided by White Gravel Mines
Holiday Junction at The Cincinnati Museum Center Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with Christmas-themed displays, visits from Santa and the unforgettable Duke Energy Holiday Trains as they make their way around the Museum Center. Through Jan.6. Admission is free for members or included with museum admission. 1301 Western Ave., West End. Photo: Provided by Cincinnati Museum Center