If you’re seeking a unique kind of holiday magic, then spend your Christmas in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama. The beach and palm trees get a holiday glow up with twinkle lights and fun traditions happening by the coast. Incorporate your own traditions during your holiday getaway and be sure to add these top Gulf Shores Christmas activities and attractions! Create holiday moments that will last forever with a vacation rental from Alabama Beach Vacation Rentals.
Magic Christmas in Lights at Bellingrath Gardens and Home
Seeing the area come aglow with good cheer is one of the best parts of spending the holidays in Gulf Shores. Your eyes will illuminate everywhere you look at the Magic Christmas in Lights holiday display at Bellingrath Gardens and Home. This beautifully landscaped garden lights up with over three million lights and over 1,110 radiant light displays spread across the 65-acre property. Walk with your family through the lit paths, noticing holiday scenes, through glowing arches, and enjoying the wonder of the holidays. Take pictures during your tour of the historic home that gets decorated in its holiday finest.
Visit Some Holiday Markets
You can’t take a Christmas trip without visiting a holiday market. Come pick out gifts for loved ones (or yourself) from a variety of vendors local to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Here you’ll find traditional Christmas treats, handmade crafts, ornaments, and apparel. Walk from booth to booth, admiring the festive vibe mixed with the sights and sounds of the ocean. Support the community while fostering the holiday spirit.
Flora-Bama Santa Drop
Want to see Santa make his grand entrance into town without his trusty reindeer sidekicks? Check out the Flora-Bama Santa Drop, where Santa arrives via parachute onto the beach! Yes, you read that correctly. On the shores of the Flora-Bama Lounge, gather with your family and look up the skies to see the jolly man in red cascade down to the shore, bringing treats and goodies to all the good people of Gulf Shores. This is one Christmas activity you won’t ever forget!
Annual Christmas Lighted Boat Parade
The Christmas lights shimmer on the water during our next top Christmas attraction. It’s the Christmas Lighted Boat Parade, where the waters of Gulf Shores shine with various colors and lights during this annual parade. Residents of Gulf Shores decorate their boats in a variety of holiday light displays where you can watch them glide along the dark waters. Bring some cozy snacks and watch this beautiful display on the coast!
Flora-Bama Christmas Day Potluck
Could it really be the holidays without an amazing feast? Treat yourself to a welcoming and delicious gathering at the Flora-Bama Christmas Potluck happening on Christmas Day. Everyone is welcome to share a holiday meal. Bring your favorite side dish, your family, and holiday spirit to this free and yummy event.
Stay with Alabama Beach Vacation Rentals This Holiday Season
Don’t leave your holiday accommodations up to chance. Choose the perfect Christmas stay in a rental from Alabama Beach Vacation Rentals. Here, you can celebrate Christmas your way with the right amount of space and the comforts of home you need. Gather in the living room for holiday movie marathons. These places are perfect for setting up your own holiday decorations as you would at home. Exchange gifts indoors or outside on your private balcony. When it’s time to have a holiday meal like Christmas dinner, prepare it easily in the full kitchen that has all the important cookware and appliances.
You’ll love having direct beach access at your holiday rental. You can spend Christmas morning walking by the beach or sitting on the shore with a grateful heart as you take in the view. And be sure to take advantage of the other resort-style amenities like pools, hot tubs, sports courts and more, which add to your overall vacation experience.
Keep Your Holiday Traditions Going
Alabama Beach Vacation Rentals has the perfect home for your holiday celebration. When you decide to stay in our holiday rentals, you can keep these traditions going even if you’re away from home. Bake your Christmas cookies, hang stockings, and decorate to help yourself feel the holiday cheer in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
Make This Christmas in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach One to Remember
Get ready for shimmering light displaces, holiday markets, lit-up boats, potlucks and Santa on the seaside when you spend your Christmas vacation in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
With the holiday’s fast approaching, you don’t want to miss your chance to visit these top Christmas activities and attractions. Book your vacation rental with Alabama Beach Vacation Rentals today. Check out the selection, narrow down your dates, and make it yours in just a few clicks!