Christmas lights displays are lighting up Bristol, drawing families and festive enthusiasts to homes across the city. Each year, streets are transformed with hundreds of thousands of lights, showcasing festive scenes featuring Santa Claus, reindeer, elves, and snowmen. These displays not only bring joy but also raise funds for various charities. The Facebook group "Christmas Displays in Bristol" assists locals and visitors in discovering the best light displays. A dedicated map allows users to add their own displays, share photos, and provide information about the charities they support. The map indicates whether displays are visible from cars or require a stroll to appreciate fully. Among the highlights is the **Winterbourne Wonderland**, which boasts over 150,000 lights this year, an increase of 50,000 from last year. Ricky and Chrissie Fenning have created one of the UK's largest home displays. The lights were switched on November 22 and will remain illuminated daily until January 4, from 4.30 to 9pm. The display features interactive elements, including voice-activated triggers and visits from mascots. Over the past four years, Winterbourne Wonderland has raised nearly £26,000 for Wallace and Gromit’s Grand Appeal, with hopes to reach a total of £40,000 this year. The **Brailsford Christmas Lights** are also a must-see, celebrating their 31st year. The official switch-on occurred on November 29, with lights shining until January 2, 2026. Visitors can enjoy a cookie cabin, hot drinks, and a snow machine on select nights. The display has raised over £119,000 for the Wallace & Gromit Grand Appeal since its inception. In Thornbury, the **Jefferies Lights** display is raising funds for the Great Western Air Ambulance. The lights were switched on November 23 and will be on nightly from 4.30 to 9.30pm. Donations can be made through a letterbox or via a QR code on their Facebook page. The **AJ Christmas Lights** in Lawrence Weston switched on November 21 and will be lit until January 1, from 4.30 to 8.30pm, supporting The Grand Appeal. The **Boscombe Crescent Christmas Lights** in Downend will feature a smaller display this year, with over 25,000 lights and a 5ft penguin. They aim to raise funds for Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Appeal, with full displays expected to return in 2026. The **Auden Mead SEND Display** in Horfield will officially switch on November 30, focusing on inclusivity and raising money for The Grand Appeal. It will feature an inflatable grotto for children to create crafts. Lastly, **Christmas Hollow** in Chipping Sodbury, known as Creepy Hollow during Halloween, will switch on its lights on November 29 at 5.30pm. The display will be open nightly until January 5, raising funds for The Grand Appeal. Bristol's Christmas lights displays offer a magical experience for all, with many opportunities to contribute to charitable causes while enjoying the festive spirit.