Holiday Parades and Tree Lightings in Huntsville and North Alabama

Looking for sparkly lights and festive holiday parades? You’ve come to the right place! Watch the kids’ eyes get all aglow at these Christmas tree lightings and holiday parades in Huntsville and North Alabama.

For more holiday fun, including all the places to hear holiday music, catch Santa, cavort with holiday cheerfulness, and just plain get in the holiday spirit, visit the main page of our comprehensive 2024 North Alabama Holiday Guide sponsored by Galaxy of Lights at Huntsville Botanical Gardens.

Light Up Kickoff Holiday Show benefitting Kids to Love

Lights Up will feature live performances from Alabama Youth Ballet Theatre and local choir groups, giveaways, holiday characters and more. Special this year, we are celebrating Sprocket’s, the mascot for the Rocket City Trash Pandas, 5th Birthday!

When: November 22 | 4:30-7:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Bridge Street
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Athens-Limestone County Christmas Parade

This year is going to be BIGGER and BETTER than ever!

When: December 5 | 6 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Downtown Athens
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Winterville

Holiday Market, Tree Lighting Ceremony, Food and Gluhwein, Pictures with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, Winter Sports Pavilion, Kidpreneur pop-up market, Kids Crafts, Entertainment and more! Open to the Public

When: December 7 | 1-8 PM
Cost: FREE
Where: Redstone Arsenal Activity Field, Go in Gate 10
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