Columbia is full of holiday lights during the holiday season, but the problem can be knowing where to find them all. Luckily, there’s a few ways to find some of the best without needing to drive around aimlessly.

Check out the Facebook group Columbia Missouri Christmas Lights Locator, a public group that tracks and celebrates the various light displays in town, finding hidden gems and under-the-radar shows.

Of course, you can always stick with the classics.

Magic Trees

Cherry Hill location: 4200 Merchant St.
5-11 p.m.

The Crossing location: 3615 Southland Drive
5-10 p.m.

Last week, Columbians gathered to be dazzled by the lighting of the Magic Tree, a Columbia holiday tradition. This is the second year this tree has been lit in the Village of Cherry Hill after moving from its previous location. It’s completely free to see the tree in all its multicolor, LED glory from 5-11 p.m.

There’s The Crossing’s Magic Tree as well for double the dazzle. The 85-foot tree has been lit for its ninth season and will glow from 5-10 p.m.

Veterans United

500 Veterans United Drive

7-10:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; 5:30-10:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays

This is the final year for Veterans United’s Bright Lights/Holiday Nights, so seize the opportunity while you can! The map can be found on their Facebook page.

Shelter Gardens

1817 W. Broadway

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Shelter’s Annual Winter Wonderland kicked off last week with over 6,000 feet of lights! The display is free to the public through Dec. 13 (weather permitting). This is a walk-through experience, so dress warmly!

Candy Cane Crib at Logboat

504 Fay St.

As of Wednesday, the Candy Cane Crib at Logboat Brewing Co. is up and running! Admire from the outside or step in for a brew with your view.

And if you’re driving downtown, you’ll easily notice the Boone County Courthouse’s old columns decked out in lights, the Harpo’s display or the glamorous glow of Alley A. There’s so much spirit in Columbia — and it’s too bright to miss!