Alabama Christmas Road Trip - Coastal Alabama

Last Updated 12/5/2025Posted in Southern Holiday Life, Mobile, Foley, AL Coastal

Christmas light display in Foley

Foley

Foley Christmas in the Park
Heritage Park — December 5, 2025 · 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Heritage Park sparkles with a miniature Christmas Village, Christmas Tree Lane, and the city’s official tree lighting. Stroll under the lights, sip free hot cocoa, enjoy carols, and visit with Santa while downtown shops keep the cheer going. The evening also features awards for the community tree-decorating contest, making it a festive, family-friendly kickoff in the heart of Foley.

Foley Let It Snow
Heritage Park — December 6, 2025 · 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Heritage Park turns into a snowy wonderland with flurries on the lawn, a Children’s Art Village, bounce houses, live music, a maker marketplace, food and drink, and a visit from Santa. The event typically follows the city’s Christmas Parade, making it easy to go from curbside cheering to hands-on holiday fun.

Foley Christmas Night Market
Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermen’s Market — December 11, 2025 · 5:00–8:00 p.m.
The Christmas Night Market is a one-stop shop for everyone on your holiday list. This after-dark market is packed with artisans offering unique gifts, bakers selling Christmas treats, and even a visit from Santa. Guests can anonymously write down their Christmas wish on an ornament and hang it on the market’s massive Wishing Tree.

Mobile

Mobile Christmas Jubilee
Mobile Convention Center — November 14–16, 2025
Mobile’s signature holiday market fills the Convention Center with juried vendors, festive décor, kids’ activities, and a cash bar for 21+, all benefiting the Junior League of Mobile’s community programs.

Hours:
• November 14 — 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
• November 15 — 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
• November 16 — 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Hit the Road & Share the Magic

There’s no better way to celebrate the season than by exploring Alabama’s twinkling towns and sparkling main streets. Whether you’re sipping cider under the lights, skating beneath the stars, or singing carols on a courthouse square, these moments are meant to be shared.

As you make your way across the state, don’t forget to snap a photo, tag us, and use #AlabamaChristmasRoadTrip so we can follow along on your holiday adventures. We’ll be sharing our favorites all season long!

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