One of the many joys of the season is viewing holiday decorations – especially light displays. Here are a few recommendations in the Greater Gadsden area.
Perrenial favorite Christmas at the Falls is bigger and better than ever.
Park visitors will be treated to a wonderland of lights and color throughout the Christmas season. Nightly features include train rides, a decorate-your-own-cookie area, a petting zoo, and, of course, an opportunity to visit with Santa!
Christmas at the Falls runs nightly from 4 PM to 9 PM and kicks off on Thanksgiving evening running through January 1, 2021. They will close on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Purchase tickets at the Noccalula Falls Entry Pavilion each day or online to avoid lines.
Tickets MUST be purchased online. Visit Christmas at the Falls to grab yours!
Don’t miss River Rocks Landing, located along the banks of the Coosa River.
You may have seen part of this display from the road or bypass, the reflection of the lights on the water is incredible, but take the time to drive through. You’ll enjoy over 100,000 beautiful Christmas lights from the comfort of your car.
Nightly 5 PM to10 PM through January 2, 2022. Adults $5. Children $3. Age 5 and under are free.
Unfortunately, Gilley’s Lights will be taking a year off, but be sure to keep them in mind for 2022.
This unique and truly incredible stop features motorized light displays, including a dinosaur, Christmas crocodile, life-sized camel, Santa in a helicopter, and much more.
Don’t stay in the car for this one; get out and take a closer look. You won’t be sorry. Read how this holiday tradition got started in this article from the Gadsden Messenger.
Admission is free. Donations accepted and appreciated.
What’s your favorite place to see Christmas lights? Tag us with your comments and pics, or use #greatergadsden and be sure to take a stroll through Historic Downtown Gadsden to see the beautiful window decorations.
For a Greater Gadsden Area Holiday Event Guide, please click here.
Wishing you and yours a most joyous holiday season.
As always, thanks for reading. XOXO
