Pecan Grove Christmas Lights
When it comes to Christmas Lights displays in Houston neighborhoods, Pecan Grove has to be among the top choices. This community located just outside of Sugar Land has been known for its impressive light displays for years as residents are encouraged to top each other year after year.
Pecan Grove gets our award for the most extravagant decorations and the most houses that participated! As we circled the neighborhood, we saw house after house that really went all out this year. You can tell that the families who live here truly enjoy spreading the holiday spirit because many of them hang out on their porches and wave at the cars and chat with the passersby. We even saw the Grinch hanging out! If you miss the days when everyone’s house was lit up with holiday lights, drive down to Pecan Grove and check out this neighborhood because they do not disappoint!
Pecan Grove Christmas Lights Video
When it comes to Christmas Lights displays in Houston neighborhoods, Pecan Grove has to be among the top choices. This community located just outside of Sugar Land has been known for its impressive light displays for years as residents are encouraged to top each other year after year.
Pecan Grove gets our award for the most extravagant decorations and the most houses that participated! As we circled the neighborhood, we saw house after house that really went all out this year. You can tell that the families who live here truly enjoy spreading the holiday spirit because many of them hang out on their porches and wave at the cars and chat with the passersby. We even saw the Grinch hanging out! If you miss the days when everyone’s house was lit up with holiday lights, drive down to Pecan Grove and check out this neighborhood because they do not disappoint!
Pecan Grove Christmas Lights – Image Copyright: HoustonOnTheCheap.com
Pecan Grove Christmas Lights 2022 – Annual Pecan Grove Christmas Lighting Contest
For 2022, the Pecan Grove Property Owners Association has asked all residents to have their lights up by Saturday, November 26th. Judging will start on December 12 and run through December 15. Bulbs will be planted in the yards of the winners no later than December 18th.
Pecan Grove is divided into 8 parts for judging, with prizes given for first place, second place, third place, and Eyes of a Child in each section. Those who have maintained “HOF” status for up to 5 years straight and have continued to decorate are given Hall of Fame Bulbs. Homes that place for 5 years in a row in any category receive brand-new Hall of Fame Bulbs!
Pecan Grove Christmas Lights – One Resident Makes the News
One resident has become known as the “Clark Griswold of Pecan Grove” to his neighbors. When you see his massive display of holiday spirit, you’ll know why! Chris Kalvert was even featured this year in KHOU’s “Living in the Lone Star: Holiday Homes Edition” for his Texas-sized array of decorations.
If you check out his front yard you’ll find a variety of our favorite Christmas characters including Elf, the Abominable Snowman, Ralphie Parker, Olaf, the Grinch, and many more. There’s even a Santa Claus driving a convertible and blasting holiday tunes. According to KHOU, he has around 50 inflatables and more than 30,000 lights adorning his yard. My guess is you can see it from space!
His display even spilled into the neighbor’s yard. They don’t seem to mind though, decorating the other half of their yard with a comical “ditto” sign and an arrow of lights pointing to their neighbor’s yard.
Pecan Grove Christmas Lights – Image Copyright: HoustonOnTheCheap.com
When Do The Lights Go Up – Pecan Grove Christmas Lights Dates
For 2022, the Pecan Grove Property Owners Association has asked that the lights be up by Saturday, November 26th. With so many houses in Pecan Grove going all out, lights start to go up early in this neighborhood. KHOU reported that it takes Kalvert a month to get all his decorations up, so we’re guessing you’ll start to see Christmas lights here long before Thanksgiving. As we get closer to Christmas, there will be more houses decorated and the final masterpieces will be complete. The lights are typically up until after the New Year.
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Christmas Lights in Pecan Grove – Continued
Christmas Lights at Pecan Grove near Houston – Address
Not only does Pecan Grove has Texas-sized displays, but it’s a Texas-sized neighborhood. You could spend hours driving around trying to see all the lights. The Pecan Grove website states that there are over 2100 houses, so imagine how many lights are put up each year!
If you’re coming down 90, you can turn down Pitts Road to head into Pecan Grove. From there, the options are endless. Follow the other cars or veer off and make your own route. There are endless corners of the neighborhood you can find and nearly the whole place is lit up.
If you don’t have hours, you can head straight for the highlights! Head down Plantation Drive for some of the biggest and brightest displays. Alma Court is where you’ll find the biggest display in the neighborhood we talked about above. The residents of Pecan Grove Plantation off of Pitts Road have adorned their sidewalks with hundreds of lighted archways that make it the perfect spot to get out of your car and walk around to see the blinding arrangements. You can also check out the winners announced by the Pecan Grove Property Owners Association here.
Pecan Grove Christmas Lights – Image Copyright: HoustonOnTheCheap.com
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Christmas Lights in Pecan Grove – Parking
This neighborhood is pretty expansive so your best option is to catch the lights by car. If you want to walk a portion of the neighborhood, Pecan Grove Plantation is a great option. There is street parking in the neighborhood so you can park and walk around for a bit. Make sure to check for any signs and be respectful of the people who live in the neighborhood.
Pecan Grove Christmas Lights – Image Copyright: HoustonOnTheCheap.com
Christmas Lights in Pecan Grove near Houston – Best Time to Visit
This epic neighborhood is no well-kept secret. The word is out that Pecan Grove goes all-in on holiday decorations so it can get quite busy! As soon as it gets dark, the lights go on so you can show up as early as 5:30 to beat the crowds. Peak times to view the neighborhood are between 7 and 9, especially on the weekends.
Pecan Grove Christmas Lights – Image Copyright: HoustonOnTheCheap.com
Pecan Grove Blows Away the Competition
Even if you don’t live nearby, Pecan Grove is worth a visit for those who love checking out the best holiday displays and light shows in Houston. It’s totally free to visit and you’ll leave feeling filled to the brim with Christmas spirit. As always, please respect the residents of the neighborhood!
About Pecan Grove in Richmond, TX
Pecan Grove in Richmond, TX is an upscale residential neighborhood in Northeastern Fort Bend County. Over 2100 homes make up the community, which is close to Highway 90 between Harlem Road and FM 359 and has easy access to Highway 59 and the Grand Parkway.
According to the Pecan Grove Property Owners Association ‘Pecan Grove was first started by Bruce Belin and Associates when they purchased approximately 1,450 acres in 1973 and by 1978 began construction of the development. Named for the stately pecan trees growing in the area, the community was originally referred to as Pecan Grove Plantation and later simply Pecan Grove.’
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