A cute experience to walk through! Lots of fun lights and displays. The community does a great job of lights and displays

Went there this year with out of town guests. I haven't been in a few years myself. I remember it being so busy that they had to make the streets one way. This year it was easy to get into and easy to find parking. The park was definitely the most popular part of the experience. I appreciate those that still participate and put up lights at their homes. I'm not sure if it's my imagination but I could have sworn that in the past there were more participants. I remember carolers and every house light up. But anyway, it was still nice, and was fun for the kids to see, especially for the three year old when she saw the Frozen house. read more

I never thought I would be reviewing a neighborhood Xmas light show but this is 30s for y'all. LOL This was a nice drive for the kids and I think if you're in the area, it is worth it considering everything around this peninsula is no more than 15minutes away. FYI - this closes at 10pm sharp. There's a nice Xmas lit pathway you can park around the edge and walk through for a nice photo op. There's some kid photo ops too like the gingerbread house and what not. I say kid photo ops but my wife just recorded me quoting "do you know the Muffin man?" Shrek sequence in the house lmaooo Its free - its a quick getaway - and has some Xmas holiday spirit fun to it. What more can you ask for if you're not looking to do anything crazy? I will say that there was this one house that had synced up lights. It was mayneee. read more

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Always fun for locals to make this yearly ride. Candy Cane Lane outdoes itself with all the bells and whistles in their neighborhood. We drive it since it's so cold and the drive can be challenging. It can get congested with all the cars and people in such a small area but always worth it. Merry Christmas read more

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Nestled in beautiful Pacific Grove you will find candy cane lane every year! It used to be my favorite place as a kid and now it's just as magical for my kid! So many lights & characters to see in their Christmas decor. They even have Harry Potter and my Favorite was the tiny grinch and the mini outdoor train. It is always chilly here so bundle up so you can park and take a stroll around to really soak up the Christmas spirit! It's often pretty muddy near Santa's sleigh for pictures so bring appropriate shoes. If you chose to drive, you can tune into the advertised radio station and drive as slow as you like. We look forward to next years visit' read more

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Definitely doesn't quite compare to candy cane Lane in San Carlos or Palo Alto. Lots of houses just have cardboard decoration. The most impressive part is at Platt Park where there's mini ferris wheel and mini train +sleigh for photo op read more

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You're initially welcomed by a brightly lit sign as you turn down Candy Cane Lane and then your eyes begin to feast. I recommend you park and walk so you can truly be dazzled by the holiday magic. You get to celebrate the season with all your Christmas favorites like Rudolph and Frosty, Snoopy and the Peanuts gang, and the Koolaid Man. Ohhh yeahhh! Then tune in to 106.5 and get ready to dance off with the holiday lights to some Christmas classics. Finally, enjoy holiday promenade and get ready to feed your social media by sticking your head in some cardboard photo stand-ins and sitting in Santa's sled. Make sure you have Mariah Carey queued up for the dancing tunnel. If you're ready to get your holiday into overdrive, make your visit now!!! read more

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Beautiful and fun walk to help bring in Christmas and the new year. I have been taking my children since they where babies. At 72 my children and grandchildren now take me. Merry Christmas and Happy New year to all. read more

Spectacular Xmas displays put on by the generous, talented and amazing people of this neighborhood. Always a wonderful and safe experience that the whole family can enjoy, especially the little ones. (Be sure to dress in layers as the nights can get a little nippy). 2023 read more

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For so long, I literally thought that Candy Cane Lane was the actual street name of this Pacific Grove attraction but realized this year after looking it up that the real street name is Morse Drive. Silly me! But, you have to admit, it would be pretty awesome if the street was called Candy Cane Lane. Candy Cane Lane is a magical and colorful place to visit with family and friends during the Christmas holiday season, filled with elaborate light displays and a little winter wonderland park in the middle of the block with cut out sleds, Peanuts gang, Cinderella characters and so on. Almost every single house on the street decorates the outside of their homes. I saw quite a few super hero displays, which were kind of cute but not my favorite because it didn't remind me of Christmas or winter. I preferred the more traditional decorations, such as Santa Claus, Christmas trees, reindeer, snowmen, snowflakes, twinkling and sparkling lights of blue & white or green & red and so on. There were still quite a few houses that took that route, which I really appreciated. Either way though, it was cool to see that each household made an effort to decorate and get into the holiday spirit. I noticed a couple of people in front of houses selling hot chocolate which is a great idea since it's so chilly out in the evenings. Even if you don't feel like walking around outside, you can still drive through slowly and see everything. However, I do think it is nice to do a walk through, hang out in the park area and get better photos all around! HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL! read more

My favorite part of the holidays is the holiday decorations and will even venture to see them even when I am out of town. So when I heard about Pacific Grove's Candy Cane Lane and was going to be driving by on the way home, I had to swing by. Unfortunately we did get a bit lost as Waze sent us to the Morse that is within the gated community. Luckily, the guard there knew we were looking for Candy Cane Lane and pointed us to the right intersection. With the help of the Yelp map, we finally found it. Maybe it was still considered early in the season but there weren't that many houses that were decorated yet and yes, like some others mentioned, many are cardboard cutouts like ones we had seen at the San Diego one vs. bright lights itself like Alameda and South City. However, it still is fun to walk through and especially around the middle portion with the sleigh, carousel decoration, etc. Like so many others, our favorite is the huge moving nutcracker which we happened to park across from. The owner was outside relaxing while others enjoy and appreciate his creation that we couldn't help but stop and thank him. It does have its own quaintness to brighten up your holidays regardless. read more

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Free and awesome. We went the day after Christmas and it wasn't too crowded. Enough people to feel safe but not so many it's annoying. There are 2 entrances with Candy Cane Lane signs so you'll know you're at the right place and the whole thing sort of loops around. At the center there is a gingerbread playhouse, some cutouts to take photos with, and a sleigh! We parked pretty easily near the entrance of the side with a lit Candy Cane Lane sign and walked around with Christmas music playing from Pandora to enhance the experience. read more

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My husband and I very much enjoy Candy Cane Lane at Christmas time. We drive about an hour to visit it. You have the option to drive through or walk. We have never walked because it's too cold. Someday we will. We wish they sold snacks or hot drinks though in the center of the attraction. We generally stop at a nearby coffee shop instead read more

Highlight: Giant Nutcracker that lights up and moves. The Nutcracker was there as of 19 Dec 2014. Candy Cane Lane is on Morse Drive off Forest Ave (aka Hwy 68) in Pacific Grove, CA. The best time to see it is after dark but you can go any time of the day. Bring your camera! This central coast 'Candy Cane Lane' goes on display every Christmas and is a sight to see for young and old alike. Viewers can drive through or park and walk this multi-block, fun extravaganza of lights, cartoon characters and other fun displays such as Santa, Elvis, and, my favorite, a Nutcracker taller than the one story house whose shocking blue eyes light up, and jaw and arms move. There is a small ferris wheel (sorry you can't ride on it), a holiday display with sea otters, Elvis, Smurfs, an old-fashioned horse (again, sorry, you can't ride it), as of Dec 2014 there is a new, simple Lego display that is really cool with fun shadows against the house of the characters, a 911 "in memory of" display, beautiful Christmas displays with Jesus in the manger, Alice in Wonderland, Ariel from the Little Mermaid, and so much more. There is a Trader Joe's (8am-9pm everyday) up the street if you get hungry making the trek out to Candy Cane Lane. The ocean is not far away either. read more

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A tasty fresh burger, they use fresh ingredients...and the service is friendly . Upbeat, fresh and makes one of the freshest burger in town. A nice atmospher. Only blocks from Lovers point. A great after dinner stroll to go after dinner. read more

I'm originally from Southern California, so I've seen many festive neighborhoods -- my favorite being Hastings Ranch in Pasadena and Christmas Tree Lane in Altadena. Even the Christmas Tree Lane "Big Trees" In South Pasadena (at St Albans Rd.) were part of my annual tradition. Now that I live in the Monterey Bay, I found myself driving up Forest toward Safeway. I saw the sign for "Candy Cane Lane" and couldn't help but get just a tad giddy. "Oh my! Will this be good?" I said as I took the detour off Forest. YES, it was with it. What a lovely neighborhood! I enjoyed it so much that I decided to hit it up again on my way back from grocery shopping. This well be part of my new Christmas traditions! Thank you to the wonderful and warm residents of Pacific Grove for hosting this lovely tradition and bringing more merry to the Monterey Bay. read more

It was ok for Halloween. I guess everyone was building it up that I expected more. Plus the sidewalk are uneven and my 3 year old kept falling down. I wouldn't go back again. read more

We come here every year to look at the lights. We love it; this neighborhood does an amazing job!

Candy Cane Lane is a well known spot to hit up during the Christmas holiday. Actually I think they start prepping the area the day ater Thanksgiving. You will realy have to check it out. If you have children you definitey need to take them here at night... Basically the whole neighborhood puts out major Christmas decor. I'm not just talking lights but larger than life size cartoon cut-outs and mechanical merry-go-rounds (for decoration only) etc... Hundreds of people flock to this neighborhood during this time. I remember the first time my parents took me I was just in awe as I sat in the car gazing at al the bright lights and it made me happy just thinking about the people who spent so much time (no to mntion foot the electric bill) to make others happy. read more

I enjoy coming back to seer Candy Cane Lane every year since I was a little kid living on Lobos St in Monterey. I understand that it is the neighbors who get together to create the displays, many passed down from homeowner to homeowner. The city sponsors the park display with help form volunteers. Since they don't charge admission and no is is getting paid, I am sort of surprised at the crabby reviews. Not everything has to be Cirque du Soleil, only honest and sincere. In these tough times, not everyone can afford to set up and run holiday lights in front of their house, especially with foreclosures looming. Still the best and only holiday lights display on the Penninsula. Thanks so much to everyone who works hard and endures the long nights of crowds and traffic to spread some holiday cheer. read more

Neighborhood fun at its finest! Take the kids park or drive through! Feel the Christmas spirit from head to toe!

A wonderful neighborhood Christmastime tradition. The folks who live here really go all out to make a wonderful little Christmas fantasy land. Lights, of course, and also mechanized displays, plywood and 3-D characters (both traditional and cartoon), and some shared attractions in the park, like little clapboard kiddie houses and a look-only ferris wheel. Some displays are traditional, while some are not (Elvis? Superfriends?), but it's all wonderful. Bundle up your little ones and take them on a December evening. They'll remember it their whole lives. read more

I have very fond memories of visiting Candy Cane Lane at least once every Christmas season all through my childhood. Whenever I have the opportunity to come home for Christmas, I make a point of visiting again. I will admit there were a few years where the decorations and lights seemed to be less than what I was used too, but this year Candy Cane Lane was back in force. It's so nice to still see some of the decorations now that I saw as a child. That giant nutcracker has been around for 40+ years! It's also nice to see the new displays. My thanks to the wonderful people who live in this neighborhood and put on such a fine display for all to enjoy! My parents and I enjoyed your displays every year and now I still enjoy them with my mom and husband when I have the opportunity to return to PG during the holidays. read more

A local tradition, Candy Cane Lane is always fun to bring kids to. Almost every house on this loop makes a massive effort and the results are great every year. As someone else said, I'm surprised to see negative reviews too....where do these people come from? One little tip: I'd suggest parking and walking so you can take your time, traffic can get backed up at peak times and you're bound to miss a lot when you're in the car. Enjoy and Merry Christmas!!! read more

I've never seen so many houses decorated and lit up all at once for Christmas! It seemed like most of the little neighborhood was full of light and people enjoying the scene. Very family friendly and very neat. read more

My daughter enjoyed seeing all the different themes and characters... Santa was a wonderful tough too! We parked and walked, made the evening perfect! read more

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What a lovely and peaceful street. All kinds of colorful and creative lighting decorations. Though it was a little bit cold. read more

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Cute little place for the family or a romantic drive with that special someone. You would have to walk around the neighborhood to get the full effect of the lights though.... If you don't mind the cold to much. Just wish there were more lights and displays...didn't really wow me but the kids might have a blast. read more

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This is becoming a family tradition. The neighborhood all joins in to make this happen and I'm happy they do. Each year is a little different which is nice but I particularly like the giant nutcracker. read more

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Such a beautiful display of holiday cheer!!! Don't forget a Starbucks with nice size restroom is at the corner of David and 86!

It would be better if more people participated. The houses that have lights up are pretty but there are more dark houses than lit ones. Really cool nut cracker in one yard. read more

Super cool area during Xmas time. The whole neighborhood gets into the Christmas spirit with lights and displays. Grab some coffee or bring a thermos and have a walk around. Kids loved it. They also had Santa come in to hand out donated gifts to kids in line. read more

Love this place always try comming with my family since it was a place i visited when i was younger with my family! Good display, nice light displays. It may be small but its the tradition and smiles that make up the rest! read more

Not a bad stop saying that there's nothing really to go to in the area. I wish that it was a little more organized and had a single route for cars to travel. The fact that cars can turn off and go down different roads created a cluster. A couple of signs asking people to turn their lights off would also help. Everyone's headlight took away from the beauty of the lights. read more

I'm a little surprised to see such a negative review amongst all the positive ones. I'm not sure what they were expecting, but this street (or a few streets, really) has obviously been decorating together for years and it's wonderful to see such a sense of Christmas and community spirit. Young kids in particular will love all the huge wood cutouts of popular characters. You can walk the block and enjoy the lights and cheer. I suppose I have seen better lights before, but really, anyone criticising on that basis is really missing the point. read more

A wonderful Christmas presentation by dozens of neighbors putting on a light show to brighten the cold dark night. Great with or without children. read more

This is a must see family tradition, highly recommend you take family. Don't forgrt to take something warm to drink & dress warm you will want to park and walk for the best view:-) Happy Holiday's read more

Staying in Monterey over Winter break I thought it would be neat to see some local Christmas lights. I did a search and found candy cane lane on Yelp. When we got to the street we were greeted by a sign " Welcome to Candy Cane Lane." It was an entire neighborhood that put a tremendous amount of effort into the holiday spirit. Almost every house was decorated to the nines with sparkling lights galore. Some had themes like Frozen or Super heros. The playground was made over into an adorable Winter wonderland. Very sweet and fun for the whole family! read more

It's about this time of year, I start reflecting on holiday seasons gone by and invariably my mind drifts to memories of driving down Candy Cane Lane with my parents when I was a little kid. As an adult I take heart that there are still communities out there like this one, that collectively put together something to brighten everyone else's season. Goodness knows that it feels rare in the world today, and so all the more reason to appreciate the effort. :) read more

We've lived in the area for a few years, and only just heard about Candy Cane Lane! Decided to go last night since we had friends visiting and they have a 15 month old, I'm not sure who enjoyed it more, us or him! they even have santa on one of the corners handing out candy canes. I recommend bringing some hot chocolate and a coat while you're walking around to stay warm read more