Need a little inspiration to get into the holiday spirit?

Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway has suitable activities to put some holly jolly cheer in your heart.

Come to Bellingrath Gardens and Home for its Magic Christmas in Lights every night from November 25 through January 4, 2023 (closed December 25 and January 1). Grab a hot cocoa and stroll through a stunning display of more than 3 million lights.

South Baldwin Community Theatre presents “A Christmas Carol” on December 2–4 and December 9-11. The show is a twist on the Charles Dickens classic, as it shares the story through the perspective of a young boy’s grandfather. Tickets for this Young Artist Series production are $15 for students and $20 for adults.

Light up the night at the Annual Christmas Boat Parade on December 10. Brightly decorated boats will leave LuLu’s in Gulf Shores at sundown and be visible along the canal as they float to The Wharf in Orange Beach.

Celebrate at The Wharf on December 10 and 11 during the 3rd Annual Holly Days on Main Festival at The Wharf. Vendors, live performances, a Santa Pub Crawl, and a great viewing spot of the Christmas Boat Parade are all part of the holiday fun.

We can’t wait to celebrate the holiday season with you along the byway!

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