Local Holiday Light Displays Bring Holiday Cheer

There's no better time than now to get out and enjoy some fantastic holiday light displays.

Sometimes it's all about holiday cheer and the chance to leave your house to look at amazing holiday displays. So many businesses and communities put time and effort into their displays so why not enjoy them.

According to the Lansing State Journal, there are several displays for everyone to enjoy:

1. Holiday lights un-parade. The Ingham County Fairgrounds is working to host an un-parade in place of the annual Holiday Lights Parade in downtown Lansing. It will take place Friday, Dec. 11, starting at 6 p.m. at the Fairgrounds. The floats and decorated vehicles will remain stationary while cars drive through the Fairgrounds.

2. Christmas Tree Lane in Portland. This event is hosted by the Friends of the Red Mill in Portland. Christmas tree lane will be on display through Jan.2. Volunteers put trees on display where first, second and third place ribbons will be awarded to the best decorated trees.

3. Lansing's Holiday Nights of Lights. Lansing Parks and Recreations will host free holiday lights events in Frances Park through the month of December. It will take place from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

4. Mason's Hometown Holiday Contest. Downtown Mason is celebrating the spirit of the season with its light pole decorating contest. Local businesses and community members compete to have the best decorated pole. This happens all day until Dec. 30, at Downtown Mason Square, 315 S. Jefferson Street.

Other holiday events taking place is Nite Lites at Michigan International Speedway and the St. Johns Festival of Lights. The Lansing State Journal has more information.