[rustyp]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79MjlTupDFM

[BlackHarley]

Take a short drive to Mt. Dora. It's a very quaint town with tons of lights and a big ol' Christmas tree down by the water.

[Rodneysblue]

Originally Posted by coffeebean

The Lady Lake Chamber of commerce area is much closer than Ocala and they have a beautiful light display. I don't remember exactly where it is located but I do remember it is one or two blocks west of 441.

Here is a sneak peak of the lights.........
https://youtu.be/a5mkCQrPbqw?si=xfUspDuR9rpiqaAo

It’s called Light Up Lady Lake, located at the Log Cabin on 27/441.

[Barbscats]

Venetian Gardens on 44 in Leesburg has a light display and Mt Dora is beautifully decorated for the holidays.

[mrf6969]

Originally Posted by dolphin

Not impressive. Except houses. Try leesburg park in 44. Very nice.

You obviously have never been there. Also, very good restaurants around the Ocala town square if you like getting out of the bubble every now and then.

[Oleaviator]

Thank you everyone for the replies very much appreciated.

[Beats]

Originally Posted by Oleaviator

Hello, we are scheduled for a Lifestyle visit starting December 4th. I was wondering if the town squares will likely have Christmas lighting by then? We are looking forward to our visit with great anticipation. Semper Fi

If the lights are lit by then in Mount Dora you should go both the town center and the Marina by the lake , Beautiful

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by RICH1

I would be more concerned with the Noise from the Interstate, and the Wet marsh soil. Do yourself a favor and use Due Diligence before you commit to that Southern Area ...I would highly recommend the Sumter Landing area

Completely irrelevant to the OP's question. It was a simple question about tree lighting at the squares...

[Marmaduke]

Originally Posted by mrf6969

If you want to see an awesome Christmas light display in the town square, then drive to Ocala, just 30 minutes north. Their town square is what The Villages should do as it is so beautiful with a billion lights in the live oaks and on the palms and an amazing Christmas tree.

I concur that the City of Ocala does an excellent job worth decorating the
Downtown Square!

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by bowlingal

Ocala is much more than 30 minutes. It also depends on where you will be, of course. But, figure at least an hour from your lifestyle visit, which is probably near Brownwood.

We went to dinner @ Mark's, in Ocala, a few months ago. Just under 30 minutes from Morse and 44...

[gorillarick]

Ocala: Went to the World Equestrian Center this year to see the Christmas extravaganza (lights, music, food). Paid for parking, otherwise free.
Amazing place. You can smell the money. Some very upscale shopping, but mostly western-themed wear, jewelry, hats, $20000 saddles !

Along Hwy 40 east - west lots of lights.

Downtown square - amazing number of lights up in the trees.

There is another equestrian park near Ocala that advertises Christmas lighting for $ - not so much.
Will try that one this year.

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Mt Dora ! Definitely worth the trip. The guy that lights up the marina should get a Best In Show prize.

[merrymini]

I would certainly visit all the squares. You will have plenty to do here on a lifestyle visit to keep you busy. When you move here you can visit all the other lighted sites at your leisure. I do not go for the lighting ceremony but always love the see the trees lit. Have a wonderful time.

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by mrf6969

If you want to see an awesome Christmas light display in the town square, then drive to Ocala, just 30 minutes north. Their town square is what The Villages should do as it is so beautiful with a billion lights in the live oaks and on the palms and an amazing Christmas tree.

Just 30 minutes?
I enjoy the decorations. But, being a curious person, I can't help wondering how many accidents happen as a result of distracted driving?
Happy Holidays in advance! 🎅🤶