Oh, holy LIGHTS! Seeing all the beautiful and bright displays of Christmas lights is one of the best activities to do during the holiday season. If checking out all the lights is a part of your family’s traditions, we recommend gathering the family together and checking out these places to see Christmas light displays in Central Alabama. (The listing is in random order. )
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1. Magic of Lights
Magic of Lights is a unique and dazzling drive-through holiday lights experience to celebrate the season. Pile everyone into the car and experience Magic of Lights in Oxford from the comfort of your own car as you wind through the sparkling path. At every turn, the magical route is overflowing with spectacular light displays that bring your favorite holiday themes and characters to life. Tickets for standard vehicles are $20 Monday-Thursday at the gate, $25 Friday-Sunday, or $17 in advance.
When
November 27 through January 4
Time
Nightly from 5 until 10 p.m.
Where
Choccolocco Park
954 Leon Smith Pkwy Oxford, AL
2. ZooLight Safari at the Birmingham Zoo
Check out ZooLight Safari for another magical holiday season as twinkling lights illuminate the Zoo for a dazzling 19 nights!
When
December 6-8
December 13-23
December 26-30
Time
5 – 9 p.m.
Where:
The Birmingham Zoo
3. Peppertree neighborhood in Trussville
This house is the crown jewel of Christmas Lights in Trussville. It is located in the Peppertree Subdivision. The whole neighborhood goes all out.
When
All December long!
Time
The best time to go is after dark. Obviously!
Where
Peppertree Subdivision in Trussville.
4. The Summit
If you’ve never paid attention to the adorable Christmas decorations and beautiful lights at The Summit, you’re missing out. The display of over-sized presents and holiday decor is absolutely beautiful.
When
All December long!
Time
Early evening and at night are prime times.
Where
The Summit
5. Gilley’s Christmas Lights in Ball Play
Gilley Christmas Lights were started many years ago by J.C. Gilley, all made by him. When he passed away, his children continued the tradition. It’s free and some night they offer hot chocolate as an added bonus!
When
The lights start on Thanksgiving and will run through the entire month of December.
Time
Nightly from 5 to 9 p.m. Weather permitting.
Where
913 Gilley Road Gadsden, AL 35903
6. Bama Lights in Pinson
Tune your car radio to 88.1 FM and come enjoy the non-interactive light display in Pinson! There is no charge to see the lights, but they take donations for Magic Moments. Bonus: Santa will be there on December 13, 14, and 21 from 6-8 p.m.
When
November 28 through December 25
Time
Nightly from 5 to 9 p.m. Weather permitting.
Where
8333 West Hill Road, Pinson, AL 35126
7. The Cloutier Christmas Lights
The Cloutier Christmas Lights a house in Chelsea that puts on an AMAZING light display synchronized to music. They have a parking pad so you can get out and see the lights. Plus, they hand out candy canes, have a mailbox to Santa and sometimes you might even score a free hot chocolate. The song play list changes each night so you can check them out a few times and see a different show! Tune your car onto 97.1 FM to hear the music. This year, they’ve added 15,000 pixels that include a new 40’ mega tree that has a 8’ star!
When
December 2 through January 5
Time
5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. during the week
5:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday
Where
5703 Highway 39, Chelsea, AL 35043
8. The Preserve in Hoover
The gorgeous houses in The Preserve neighborhood always have a beautiful display of Christmas lights. Grab your family and get your ready to cruise through this subdivision to gaze at the sparkly lights.
When
The whole month of December!
Time
Nightly beginning at dusk.
Where
The Preserve neighborhood in Hoover
9. Christmas at the Falls
Enjoy millions of lights throughout the park with spectacular views from the paved walking trails or from the vantage of a ride on the park’s train. Tickets include train ride, visit with Santa, petting zoo, letters to Santa and millions of Christmas lights. Tickets are $8 Monday-Thursday and $10 Friday-Sunday. Kids ages 3 and under are free.
When
November 28 – January 5
Time
5 to 9 p.m.
Where
Noccalula Falls Park and Campground
10. Shadrack's Christmas Wonderland
Welcome to the home of Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland in Birmingham. Prepare to be dazzled by a Christmas light spectacle the likes of which you’ve never seen! A visit to one of the shows is all you need to truly let go of every day stresses and let your spirit fly as your senses are tickled with hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights dancing harmoniously with some fantastic Christmas tunes.
Simply drive up, tune in your car’s radio, and let the Christmas spirit take you away!
When
November 15 through January 5.
Time
Nightly from 6 to 10 p.m.
Where
Birmingham Greyhound Racing
11. Toy Shop on Magnolia (Trussville)
Bill and Trisha Latham handmade all the decorations at this beautiful display of lights and decorations. The house is absolutely adorable and made to look like Santa’s toy shop. We just love it!
When
All December long!
Time
Nightly starting at dusk.
Where
211 Magnolia Street, Trussville, AL 35173
12. Clay-Chalkville Animal Clinic
Clay Chalkville Animal Clinic, a veterinarian’s office in the Clay Chalkville area is a beautiful sight to see around the Christmas holiday! The entire building is decked out in lights, decorations, and a beautiful sign that reads “Jesus Reigns Supreme”. Every year, Dr. Hart and his team make stopping by their office a pure treat for children and adults alike!
When
All December long!
Time
It’s best to see all the beautiful lights and decorations at night.
Where
Clay-Chalkville Animal Clinic
13. Christmas Fantasyland
The Blackmon’s have been displaying their holiday lights for nearly 29 years! You can drive through to see the lights, but to get the full effect you need to walk around! On the weekends, you can expect a few extra fun surprises with various characters. Be sure to add Christmas Fantasyland to your list of places to check out.
When
November 28 through Christmas Day.
Time
Weeknights from 4:30 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday from 4:30 p.m. until 11 p.m.
Where
640 County Rd. 128 in Calera
14. Calera's Christmas Wonderland
Calera’s Christmas Wonderland is a stunningly beautiful walk-through Christmas Lights attraction. Enjoy over 30,000 lights and see Santa, Mrs. Claus, his elves, Rudolph, and other characters on select nights. Plus, you can have your picture made with all characters! They always have large bowls of candy for kids, and Santa gives candy canes ALL FOR FREE! You will not be disappointed!
When
November 13 through Christmas Eve.
Time
5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Santa visits from 6-9 p.m.
Where
409 East Milgray in Calera
15. Christmas at Waterford
The Landry family pulls out all the stops at their beautiful display “Christmas at Waterford” in Calera. You can expect to see a traditional display of over 50,000 lights. It’s definitely worth adding to your list of places to check out each year.
When
November 28 through December 25
Time
Nightly from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m.
Where
441 Waterford Cove Trl. in Calera
16. Palisades Park
Palisades Park in Oneonta sparkles each year with thousands of glowing lights. The public is invited to drive through to see the Christmas light extravaganza. Local businesses, churches, civic groups, individuals, and park staff create numerous displays of thousands of twinkling lights. Admission is free, but donations are welcome.
When
December 1 through 31
Closed Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
Time
Nightly from 5 until 9 p.m.
Where
1225 Palisades Pkwy in Oneonta
17. Christmas at the Cave at DeSoto Caverns
Join DeSoto Caverns for the most magical time of the year. Walk in a Winter “Underland” for a family-fun event for all ages. With park fun attractions, holiday treats, classic Christmas movies, caroling and sing-a-long shows, as well as a special visit from St. Nicholas himself, Christmas at the Cave at the majestic DeSoto Caverns is the best way for you and your family to spend the most wonderful time of the year.
When
December 13
December 14
December 20
December 21
Time
5 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Where
5181 Desoto Caverns Pkwy, Childersburg, AL
18. Christmas at The Jenkins
Go see the Christmas light display at 4928 Stonecreek Way in Calera, “Christmas at The Jenkins”! Every year the Jenkins add more to their display and this is their biggest display to date! Enjoy over 20,000 lights to include beautiful bright arches and a 20 ft mega Christmas tree!
When
Now through January 1, 2020
Time
Nightly from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Where
4928 Stonecreek Way in Calera
19. Bearden Christmas Lights
Bearden Christmas Lights is a large drive-through display with two radio synced shows, one on 90.1FM and the other on 88.7FM. The Bearden’s also have numerous scenes set up along their driveway. Everybody is everyone is welcome to come out and it’s FREE!
When
Now through December 28.
Time
Nightly from 5 p.n. – 11 p.m.
Where
Bearden Lane West Blocton Al, 35184
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