Top 10: Bay Area Christmas Lights

10. Berkeley – The Arlington

Check out the candy cane walking path which features gingerbread houses and elves!

9. Novato – Devonshire Lane

Not only outside! But inside is decorated as well for your viewing pleasure!

8. Livermore – Hillcrest (Deacon Daves)

Always considered a must see! The displays change every year so you’re never bored!

7. Santa Clara – Los Padres

Amazing lights, and one of the winners of the Mercury News’ “Best Display” .

6. Vaccaville – Candy Cane Lane (Arlene Dr)

It’s a tradition with many families in the area to witness the whole block of fun!

5. San Jose- Glacier Lights

This year they  have over 75,000 lights synchronized to several songs with 240 separate channels. The songs are broadcast on a short-range FM transmitter set to 104.1 FM. Talk about being prepared!

4. Alameda – Thompson St.

This is a great place to park your car and walk around the neighborhood to see more than one extravagantly decorated home!

3. Palo Alto – Christmas Tree Lane

A tradition that goes back until the 1940’s residents of this block continue with their dazzling displays of lights for all to see!

2. Castro,  San Francisco – Tom & Jerry’s ( 3650 21st street)

Owners of the house, Tom & Jerry, decorate so lavishly you wouldn’t even know there was a house behind the decorations. Everything is scaled to fit, with some presents as big as cars! This is a must see!

1. San Carlos – Eucalyptus Street

Every single house for the exception of maybe one is decorated to the max! It’s nice to see the whole neighborhood get together and decorate!