NEW: Alabama light show ranked #4 best Christmas display in the nation

Magic Christmas In Lights
Magic Christmas in Lights at Bellingrath Gardens. (Visit Mobile)

As Christmas draws closer, holiday lights are sparkling through windows, neighborhoods and cities across Alabama. In Theodore, Alabama—just 30 minutes from Mobile—you’ll find one of the most awe-inspiring light displays in the state, which just tied for fourth best in the nation. Keep reading for all the details.

Bellingrath Gardens + Home tied for #4

SmokyMountains.com, a travel site focused on the North Carolina region, recently conducted a study to rank the best Christmas light displays and experiences. Tied for #4 was Bellingrath Gardens + Home in Theodore, Alabama.

Based on reviews of hundreds of light shows across the nation, this study confirmed what we Alabamians already know—Bellingrath is a holiday bucket list item.

Ahead of Bellingrath were these spots:

  1. Brookgreen Gardens in South Carolina
  2. Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania
  3. Santa’s Village in New Hampshire

Tied up with Bellingrath was Garvan Woodland Gardens in Arkansas.

About Magic Christmas in Lights

Bellingrath Gardens and Home is a stunning destination year-round, but especially during the holiday season. Each year, they welcome thousands of visitors to experience Magic Christmas in Lights, a tradition now in its 28th season.

The staff at Bellingrath creates the myriad of displays, which come together to create a festive array of trees, holiday scenes, animals and more. Plus, they offer treats and beverages to keep everyone warm and full.

Ready to visit? Here are the details on this year’s Magic Christmas in Lights:

BONUS: Explore more of our favorite light shows around Alabama.

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Sarah Gronberg
Sarah Gronberg
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