10 Best Places to Celebrate Christmas in the US
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10 Best Places to Celebrate Christmas in the US

Experience the magic of Christmas in the USA, where festive cheers light up every corner and unforgettable memories await!

When Christmas time comes around, some places in the USA truly shine. For an unforgettable Christmas vacation visit the North Pole, Alaska, which is home to the world’s largest musical Kris Kringle Drive, and Santa with magical candy cane lights. How cool is that? Or visit Santa Claus, Indiana, where local elves playfully dance on musical beats to entertain kids. The USA is truly breathtaking in December, from Chicago to New York, each of these metropolises contributes together to offer an exceptional warmth and festive allure. In this blog, we will embark on a frosty journey of discovering the best places to spend Christmas in the US.

Bethlehem

It’s no surprise that Bethlehem, Pennsylvania proudly announces itself as the Christmas city. This alluring metropolis transforms itself into a magical winter land during the Christmas holidays. Don’t forget to attend the annual Christkindlmarkt, a breathtaking event overflowing with lively Christmas music and energetic artisan vendors. How amazing is that? Moreover, make sure to visit the Lehigh Valley Zoo which is a short drive away to witness the mind-blowing Winter Light Spectacular, which showcases over 1.2 million glistening bulbs. Now for an extra boost of holiday sorcery, explore the Koziar’s Christmas village, which has been an alluring tradition for over 75 years now. Which festive exhibit are you most excited about?

North Pole

North Pole is an alluring Alaskan town that brims with Christmas ethos all year round. You will find the mesmerizing Santa Claus house here that houses the world’s largest Santa with a height of 50 feet. How cool is that? Picture yourself strolling through the candy cane-stripped lamp posts aligned streets and don’t miss out on the fun street names like Snowman Lane and Kringle Drive. After buying souvenirs and delightful gifts from this Instagram-worthy place, you can actually mail your holiday cards or letters to your friends and family with an authentic North Pole postmark. It’s like a dream come true, and if you are lucky, you might just catch a glimpse of the magnificent Northern lights. A whole new remarkable adventure awaits you in North Pole so make sure to add it to your bucket list this winter.

Franklin

If you are a classical fan and looking for a good destination to spend your Christmas in the United States, look no further. Get ready to step back in the rich bygones of Franklin’s enchanting past as you witness its alluring Victorian architecture. The street comes back to life with costumed characters of A Christmas Carol and Oliver Twist, and don’t forget to yell Bah humbug at Ebenezer Scrooge. There is more to this metropolis, Franklin also showcases an energetic Christmas parade, an enchanting tree lighting celebration, and a radiant lights festival. This holiday festival is packed with happiness, where little dancers and amazing musicians fill the air with elation. You won’t want to miss out on this.

Newport Beach

Newport Beach, CA, is a perfect spot to spend your Christmas in a special style. Celebrate your Christmas on the water with panoramic views from the News Port Beach Christmas Boat Parade, it’s the largest at-sea holiday festival in the whole country and will literally last for five enchanting nights. Over 100 boats, from cozy canoes to grand yachts, will light up the 14-mile route around the famous Newport Harbor. Don’t forget to attend the nights of 1000 Lights at the known Sherman Library and Gardens, exhibiting this year’s fanciful theme Candy Land. A cheerful adventure awaits you on this enchanting beach of lights.

Natchitoches

Natchitoches is a great Christmas destination in the alluring Louisiana city that just transforms itself into a magical winter land for Christmas. With over 300000 flamboyant lights and 100 beautiful set pieces, this place celebrates Christmas beautifully and is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana territory. The festival lasts for six magical weeks, from November to January; don’t miss out on the delectable juicy Natchitoches meat pie here, it will make your taste buds sing.  Whether you are meandering through the lunar-lighted streets or grooving on the beats of lively music, there is magic everywhere.

Duluth

Duluth is a perfect paradise for Christmas lovers. Imagine yourself in an alluring winter village where local business owners exhibit exceptional foods and goods, where hot cocoa and other warm beverages are served by the blazing fire pits, what could be better than this? But the real spotlight of the night is Bentleyville, a panoramic walk-through light showcase that should never be missed. Situated in downtown Duluth’s Bayfront Festival Park, this mind-blowing event exhibits over 5 million glistening lights that create an ethereal atmosphere. The best part about all of this, is that you can enjoy free sweet delicacies like cookies and marshmallows to roast over an open fire, how yummy is that? Moreover, Santa is also present to bring smiles to the faces of young ones, so buckle up and get ready for an unforgettable Christmas experience.

Santa Claus

This town brims with holiday ethos with an appellation like Santa Claus. Since the 19th century, the local post office has replied to numerous letters to Santa each year. Discover the magic of America’s Christmas with a candy castle, live reindeer and a remarkable land of lights drive through here.

Leavenworth

Embrace the warmth of Leavenworth, Washington which is an alluring town changed into a Bavarian dreamland in the 1960s and now captivates around two million tourists each year from around the globe. From December to February, don’t miss out on the Village of Lights Christmas town that showcases over a million shimmering lights with live entertainment. Ready for this cheerful festival?

Williamsburg

Offering one of the best Christmas celebrations in the USA, Williamsburg makes sure to live up to the expectations of every Christmas lover out there. The beautiful ruins of Williamsburg are restored into a charming history museum; during Christmas, this metropolis comes back to life with cheerful celebrations with an ice pavilion and an alluring Christmas market. Enjoy delectable cookies with Santa and witness the enchanting window showcases in Merchants Square, Christmas spent in Williamsburg is definitely a dream come true.

Branson

Branson is America’s treasure and displays over 700 kaleidoscopic evergreens, including exceptional trees crafted from go-kart tires and wine bottles. And don’t forget to witness the spectacular Polar Express train ride through the majestic Ozark Mountains. Branson definitely teleports you to the winter wonderland during the Christmas occasion.

So here is your answer to where to spend Christmas in the USA; all of these destinations ensure to give you the best time of your life with unforgettable memories and Instagram-worthy pictures; so, enjoy your life the best way possible during Christmas in all of these dream-like places!

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Amelia Gibson is a 28 years old travel blogger who quit her career in finance for her passion for exploring the planet. She's been traveling for six years now and has traveled across 40 countries. She is working with top brands and sponsors from all around the world. She is extremely talented in photography, a good writer, and a content creator.