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 2025 North Alabama Holiday Guide sponsored by Galaxy of Lights at Huntsville Botanical Gardens.
Christkindlmarkt Parade a joyful procession of lights, bands, and festive floats that fill seven blocks with Christmas cheer. The South’s Largest Tree Lighting Show hosted by James Spann, featuring Santa, The Grinch, and Buddy the Elf! A dazzling light show, and a breathtaking Christmas Drone Show that will paint the night sky with holiday magic.
When : November 21st | 6:30PM Parade & 8PM Tree lighting
Where : Depot Park
Cost : Free
The streets through downtown Huntsville will come alive with “A Very Merry Christmas”!
When: December 6 | 6 PM
Cost: FREE
Grab your Santa hats and popcorn because the theme for the 2025 Parade is Merry Movies & Magic!
When : December 4th | 6PM
Where : Downtown Athens
Cost : FREE
North Country Arab proudly presents the Annual 2025 Christmas Parade: Christmas Wonderland, a magical evening filled with holiday cheer, festive floats, and community spirit.
When : December 4th | 6PM
Where : Downtown Arab
Cost : FREE
It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Historic Downtown Gadsden!
When : December 5th | 5PM
Where : Downtown Gadsden
Cost : Free
The lights, the music, the magic – it’s parade time!
When : December 13th | 5PM
Where : Madison
Cost : Free
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