Holiday Activities for the Whole Family in North Alabama
When the weather gets cold children get restless. Listed here are seasonal events that let you stretch your legs and shake the sillies out. There are so many fun ways your family can make memories together this holiday season – Christmas in Huntsville is full of special events.
For more holiday fun including all the places to hear music, catch Santa, watch holiday plays, cavort with holiday cheerfulness and just plain get in the holiday spirit, visit the main page of our comprehensive 2023 Holiday Happenings Guide sponsored by the Galaxy of Lights at Huntsville Botanical Garden.
2023 Holiday Events and Activities in Huntsville
November
Host of Christmas Past 🎄
Date/Time: November 10-11
Cost: Free
Location: Downtown Fayetteville
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IT’S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR! Host of Christmas Past is a Christmas Themed Street Festival with Shopping, Food, & Fun in our historic downtown square of Fayetteville, Tennessee. The festival will kick off Friday, November 10th at 5:00 pm with the traditional Christmas Tree lighting this year sponsored by Leadership Lincoln. The…
Galaxy of Lights 🎄
Date/Time: November 17- December 31
Cost: $3 – $40
Location: Huntsville Botanical Garden
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Galaxy of Lights is a regional holiday tradition that takes place every November and December at the Huntsville Botanical Garden. For over 25 years, the Garden has welcomed guests from near and far to explore the magnificent lights and enjoy the Garden when it’s decked for the holiday season. With both walking and driving experiences, Galaxy offers guests of all ages the chance to experience the magic, share in the tradition, and make memories together.
Lights Up Holiday Kickoff 🎄
Time: Fri 17th @ 4:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Bridge Street
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Join to light up Bridge Street at the annual kick-off of the holiday season, Lights Up! Lights Up will feature live music by Big Daddy Kingfish and local choir groups, giveaways, holiday characters and more
Rocket City Christmas Light Show 🎄
Date/Time: November 17- December 31
Cost: $30
Location: Toyota Field – Rocket City Trash Pandas
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The musically synchronized, drive-through Christmas Light Show and Winter Wonderland inside Toyota Field return for the fourth straight year and this year’s theme is set as “Santa’s Favorite Tales” with a nod to Jolly Ol’ St. Nick’s favorite tales & nursery rhymes like the Gingerbread Man, Goldilocks, Humpty Dumpty, Snow White, and many more!
Holiday Light Show 🎄
Date/Time: Fridays & Saturdays November 18-December 22
Cost: Free
Location: Bridge Street
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Enjoy a holiday themed light show near the Christmas tree by Cinemark!
Christkindlmarkt (Cullman) 🎁
Date/Time: November 24-December 24
Cost: Free
Location: Cullman Depot Park
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Get ready for a “Journey to Christmas Wonder!” With a lineup of exciting activities such as ice skating, the enchanting Santa’s Workshop, delightful train rides, and the sheer joy of the carousel, there’s boundless fun awaiting the entire family.
Miracle at MidCity 🎄
Date/Time: November 24-December 24
Cost: Free
Location: The Camp
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Miracle at MidCity is perfect for hangouts with family and friends, work parties, reunions, date nights, and MORE!
Christmas at the Corner 🎅
Date/Time: November 24-26
Cost: Free – $10
Location: Heritage Corner Farm
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Activities include visits with Santa, Sleigh Bell Rides, lots of photo ops, S’mookies, Petting Zoo, Live Music, Cookie Decorating, Christmas Crafts, and more!
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