Holiday traditions are something that drives me. Lets see what the world does for the holidays!
UNITED STATES!
Alabama
There are a lot of holiday festivals in Alabama throughout the year. These are in no particular order.
Mobile Mardi Gras!
The Mobile Mardi Gras is one of the oldest Mardi Gras festivals in the US.
Top Alabama holiday festivals include
- Mobile Mardi Gras
- Spring Azalea Festival
- Chilton County Peach Festival
- Alabama Sports Festival
- Kentuck Festival of Arts
- Alabama Shakespeare Festival
- Christmas Village Festival in Birmingham
- Cullman Christkindl Market
- Huntsville
- Christmas on the Mountain in Heardmont Park
- Red Mountain Theatre Holiday Spectacular.
- Christmas on the Mountain. What: Celebrate the holidays at Heardmont Park …
- Red Mountain Theatre Holiday Spectacular. What: Top singers, dancers + …
- Art After 5: The Grinch! What: The Birmingham Museum of Art is bringing the …
- The Magic City Nutcracker. What: See The Magic City Nutcracker for its 10th …
Each December, Andalusia becomes a holiday dreamland filled with kid-sized, candy-covered play cottages, a train, ice-skating rink, slides for sledding, Santa and, yes, snow.
·Andalusia’s is Alabama’s ultimate Christmas town.
- Huntsville. The town of Huntsville offers great weekend celebrations all …
- Gulf Shores. Gulf Shores, located on the gulf coast of Baldwin County, may not …
- Calera. Calera is a lesser-known small city located in southern Alabama. It offers …
- Birmingham. While not exactly a quaint town — as it is one of the largest cities in …
11 Wonderful Christmas Experiences On Alabama’s Gulf Coast
- 1. Magic Christmas In Lights At Bellingrath Gardens ...
- 2. Celebrate The Holiday Season At Bragg-Mitchell Mansion ...
- 3. Christmas Night Of Lights At Hank Aaron Stadium ...
- 4. Christmas At Oakleigh ...
- 5. Christmas On The Eastern Shore ...
- 6. Boat Parades ...
- 7. Christmas Through The Ages At Fort Gaines ...
- 8. History Museum Of Mobile’s Holiday Market
- 9. Christmas At The Saenger
- 10. Winter At The Wharf
- 11. MoonPie Over Mobile
Most Popular Christmas Festival In Alabama
Christmas Village Festival
Alabama Shakespeare Festival
American Village
Lights of Christmas
The Hangout Gulf Shores
Best Christmas In Alabama
Alaska
- Browse the Winter Arts Faire in Ketchikan. Close to the southernmost point in Alaska, the …
- Enjoy Juneau's Holiday Markets and Events. The 2020 Juneau Public Market is virtual, with …
- Walk Through the Festival of Lights in Petersburg. For 2020, two consecutive tree lightings …
- Experience Anchorage Concerts and a Holiday Train. In 2020, The Family Holiday Pops
- World Ice Art Championships. Feb 17 - Mar 31, 2024. Tanana Valley …
- Iditarod Sled Dog Race. Mar 2 - Mar 14, 2024. Anchorage to Nome, AK. One …
- 2024 Arctic Winter Games. Mar 10 - Mar 16, 2024. Various Locations, …
- Skagway Spring Festival 2024. Apr 18 - Apr 21, 2024. Skagway, Alaska, …
- Tesoro Iron Dog Snowmobile Race (Mid-February) - A grueling two-man snowmobile race covering about 2,000 miles from Anchorage to Nome and then Fairbanks.
Arizona
“Las Noches de las Luminarias” or the “Night of the Lights” is a prominent event that elevates Christmas celebrations in Arizona.
Arkansas
If you're searching for places to go for Christmas in Arkansas this year, then consider these seven towns that are overflowing with holiday magic. With lots of festive lights as well as fun holiday activities, you'll want to experience these holiday towns for yourself. 1. Eureka Springs.
California
- Solvang. First on my list of the best Christmas towns in California is Solvang. …
- South Lake Tahoe. Next on my list of the best Christmas towns in California …
- Mammoth Lakes. While we’re on the subject of mountains, Mammoth Lakes …
- Palm Springs. Palm Springs is another of the best Christmas towns in
Colorado
- Durango. Durango is picture-perfect at Christmastime and a wonderful place to visit for a …
- Breckenridge. If you can make it up to Breckenridge on the first Saturday in December, you …
- Telluride. The rugged mountain town of Telluride, in a remote location in Colorado's San …
- Aspen. Running for the last 12 days of December annually, the 12 Days of Aspen
Connecticut
1. Mystic. Olde Mistick Village/Facebook. Mystic isn't just one of the best summer towns in Connecticut. Think about it, who doesn't love Christmas
Delaware
- Christmas Tour of Lewes. December 4, Lewes, …
- Make and Take Holiday Gift Workshop. December …
- Philadelphia Orchestra’s Holiday Organ …
- Kennett Square Holiday Village Market. December
Florida
- 1. ICE! At Gaylord Palms ...
- 2. Key West Holiday Fest November 22 – December 31. ...
- 3. Pensacola Winterfest November 17, 19, 24 – 26; December 1, 2, 8, 10, 15 – 17, 19 – 24. ...
- 4. St. Augustine Christmas Parade ...
- 5. Sandi Land West Palm Beach ...
- 6. Jolly Days At Brevard Zoo ...
- 7. Festival Of Trees, Orlando Museum Of Art ...
- 8. Santa’s Enchanted Forest, Miami ...
Georgia
- Holiday in the Park At Six Flags - Austell ...
- Callaway Gardens Fantasy in Lights - Pine Mountain ...
- Tybee Island Lighted Boat Parade - Tybee Island ...
- Garden Lights at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens - Atlanta ...
- Stone Mountain Christmas - Stone Mountain ...
- Christmas at the Mansion - Milledgeville ...
- The Nutcracker at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre - Atlanta ...
- Dahlonega’s Old Fashioned Christmas - Dahlonega
Hawaii
Popular Christmas events in Hawaii include Honolulu City Lights, Waikiki Holiday Parade, and celebrations at the Polynesian Cultural Center.
Idaho
The Winter Wonderland Festival is Idaho’s official start of the Christmas season!
Illinois
Frankfort Fall Festival
Jack Frost Christmas Pop Up Fulton Market
Aurora Festival Of Lights
Indiana
1. Santa Claus. Santa Claus, Indiana/Facebook. Literally no list of Christmas towns in Indiana is ever complete without Santa Claus being the headliner
Iowa
Le Mars is one of Iowa's most charming small towns, and during the holiday season it transforms into the only Christmas Village in Iowa. Head to the Pioneer Village Christmas Wonderland for a day of food, fun, and music.
Kansas
There's a reason Christmas in Kansas is considered the most magical time of year. The entire Sunflower State is bursting with festivities, from Christmas festivals in Kansas to holiday markets, light displays, and so much
Kentucky
- Paducah. In Paducah, small, local businesses drum up big holiday magic. …
- London. The holiday fun begins in London the first week of December with …
- Georgetown. It may be one of the fastest-growing cities in the state, but …
- Bardstown. Not surprisingly, one of the most beautiful small towns in
Louisiana
Natchitoches Christmas Festival
Maine
Sparkle Celebration is one of Maine's most beloved holiday festivals. Kicking off with the Sparkle Parade of Lights at 6 pm, the parade travels down Main Street, ending with Santa bringing the iconic Talking Christmas Tree to life.
Maryland
Two popular Christmas festivals in Maryland are December Saturdays in Downtown Frederick and A Dickens of a Christmas Weekend
Massachusetts
1. Attleboro. Flickr/BenSpark. Attleboro's main Christmas celebration is 61 years old and 400,000 lights strong. LaSalette Shrine's Festival of Lights is a holiday tradition
Michigan
Best Christmas Towns in Michigan to Celebrate the Holidays. Christmas towns in Michigan can do the trick to increase your holiday spirit. Check out these ten towns throughout the state. 1. Frankenmuth, MI.
Minnesota
With parades, light displays, and more, each of these Christmas towns in Minnesota would be a truly magical place to visit this time of year. 1. Stillwater. Mainstreet Stillwater MN/Facebook. The first on our list of the best Christmas towns in Minnesota is
Mississippi
Mississippi’s largest holiday tradition is the Gulfport Harbor Lights Festival, which has been held annually since 2015. The Lights Festival features more than 1.5 million lights throughout the 40-acre Jones Park, plus carnival rides, train rides, Santa’s Village, and a visit with Santa Claus at his headquarters.
Missouri
Ste. Genevieve's Christmas festival is one of the largest and most beloved in Missouri, and it's a must-visit! From parades and live performances to fun activities and visits with Santa Claus, this is a family-friendly event sure to put everyone in the proper holiday spirit!
Montana
- Spend Your Christmas in a Winter Lounge. When it …
- See the Nutcracker in Montana. A Montana holiday …
- Tour Kalispell’s Conrad Mansion During Christmas. …
- Attend a Tree Lighting Ceremony. The holidays in
Nebraska
1. Minden's Christmas Traditions Festival/Facebook. Minden must be on the list of the best Christmas towns in Nebraska.
Nevada
Winterfest is a cherished and long-standing tradition in Nevada, enjoyed by people from all walks of life. This annual event has endured for decades, providing a wonderful opportunity for individuals to come together and create lasting memories.
New Hampshire
La Salette Christmas Festival of Lights
New Jersey
German Christmas Market of NJ
New Mexico
River of Lights in Albuquerque
New York
Great American Family Christmas Festival
North Carolina
Festival of Lights & Luminaries
North Dakota
Dickens Village Festival
Norsk Høstfest
Scheels Arena
Ohio
Wonderlight's Christmas In Ohio
Oklahoma
Chickasha Festival of Light
Oregon
Christmas Festival of Lights
Pennsylvania
The biggest Christmas festival in Pennsylvania is the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg, which takes place from November 29th through December 3rd in 2023
Rhode Island
Pawtucket Winter Wonderland
South Carolina
Holiday Festival of Lights
South Dakota
Festival of Lights in Brookings
Tennessee
Christmas at Opryland
Texas
The Nine Flags Christmas Festival is the largest Christmas parade in East Texas, winding through the historic streets of downtown Nacogdoches
Utah
Utah Festival of Trees
Vermont
Wassail Weekend
Virginia
Christmas Town at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg
Washington
Northwest Winterfest
West Virginia
- Experience Christmas City. A great option for a classic West Virginia Christmas is visiting …
- Visit a Christmas Tree Farm. Christmas Tree Farm’s are a great spot to go, even if you’re …
- Harper’s Ferry Old Thyme Christmas. Harper’s Ferry is a beautiful option for Christmas …
- South Charleston Christmas Parade. The South Charleston Christmas Parade is another
Wisconsin
Enchant Christmas
Wyoming
Gillette Festival of Lights
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