Where to drive to find spectacular Christmas lights in Birmingham

‘Tis the season for beautiful Christmas lights in Birmingham. Whether you want to go for a joy ride around a neighborhood or see an extravagant house light show, Birmingham has it all. Keep reading to find out where to go this 2022 holiday season.

Neighborhoods

1. Hoover | The Preserve

The beautiful houses at The Preserve get even more magical during the holiday season. Experience the winter wonderland magic as you drive through the streets.

• When: All of December
• Where: 616 Preserve Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35226

2. Trussville | Pepper Tree Neighborhood

Trussville, one of Birmingham’s neighboring towns, has some can’t-miss lights for display. The Pepper Tree neighborhood has some of the best. Grab some hot chocolate, turn on your favorite Christmas music and drive through the neighborhood.

• When: All of December
• Where: Peppertree Lane, Trussville, AL 35173

3. Vestavia Hills | Chestnut Road

From the Grinch to Charlie Brown, Chestnut Road in Vestavia has some impressive Christmas lights in Birmingham. Neighbors light up their houses each year to spread some holiday cheer.

• When: All of December
• Where: Chestnut Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

Individual Christmas light shows

1. Hoover Commons | Chick-fil-a

Chick-fil-a’s Christmas lights in Hoover are just another reason to get yourself a chicken sandwich. They have fun dangling lights in the drive-thru and decorations all around the front.

• When: Monday-Saturday, Dusk-9PM
• Where: 1609 Montgomery Hwy, Hoover, AL 35216

2. Chelsea | The Cloutier Christmas Lights

For many years the Cloutier Christmas light show has been a must-see in Birmingham. They have even caught the attention of The Great Christmas Light Fight show on ABC. Whether you see them in person or on TV, you won’t be disappointed!

Tune into The Great Christmas Light Fight on ABC on Monday, December 12 at 8PM central to see the Cloutier Christmas Lights shine.

• When: Sunday-Saturday, 5-10PM
• Where: 5703 Hwy 39, Chelsea, AL 35043
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3. Hoover | The Mello Family Light Show

Choreographed Christmas lights to your favorite songs? Sign me up for the Mello Family’s light show. They have a brand new light show this year that’s tons of fun for the whole family.

• When: All of December, 6-9:30PM
• Where: 1114 Rushing Parc Dr Hoover, AL 35244
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4. Chelsea | Crazy Pete’s Used Tree Lot

Make sure to add the Poe family Christmas lights to your holiday drive. You will be in awe when you see their electric light show and your kids will be filled with joy when they hear from Mickey and his gang.

• When: All of December (closed when heavy rain is predicted)
• Where: 1197 Forest Lakes Way, Sterrett, AL 35147
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5. Pinson | 2022 Bama Lights

Bama Lights are giving back this holiday season. Although it is free to watch their spectacular light show, donations are encouraged as they will all go back to Magic Moments, a charity that helps turn children’s dreams into reality.

BONUS: Santa will be at the light show Friday, December 9 and Friday, December 16 from 6:30-8PM.

• When: Now until Christmas Day, 5-9:30PM (closed when heavy rain is predicted)
• Where: 8333 West Hill Rd, Pinson, AL 35126
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6. Vestavia | Lights on Ridgely Drive

With almost 40,000 lights and a rotating playlist of your favorite Christmas tunes, you will want to stop by this house. Each light show lasts about thirty minutes and synchronizes with the music. Make sure to check out their Facebook to see video clips for a sneak peek of their Christmas lights in Birmingham.

• When: Sunday-Thursday, 4:30-10:00PM | Friday-Saturday, 4:30-11PM
• Where: 3309 Ridgely Drive Vestavia Hills, AL 35243
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The Villages

Personally, I always thought The Villages look like tiny Christmas towns, but now with the lights along the roofs and trees make it even more festive. You will instantly be filled with Christmas joy driving through The Villages.

1. Mountain Brook Village

While you’re in the Mountain Brook Village make sure to stop for a sweet treat at Mountain Brook Creamery.

• When: All of December
• Where: 2734 Cahaba Rd, Mountain Brook, AL 35223

2. Crestline Village

Eat dinner at La Paz and then walk around the Crestline Village square. I recommend taking a picture next to the clock tower with the lights all around it.

• When: All of December
• Where: 77 Church St, Mountain Brook, AL 35213

Christmas light show events

1. Lights of Noel

Grab some hot chocolate and come experience Alabama’s largest drive-thru animated light show, Lights of Noel. The lights are synchronized to Christmas music making it a must-see when it comes to Christmas lights in Birmingham.

• When: Now until Janurary 2, 6PM-Midnight
• Where: Birmingham Race Course | Winners Way, Birmingham, AL 35235
• Website | Facebook | Tickets

2. Birmingham Zoo: Glow Wild

The Birmingham Zoo’s Glow Wild event is the perfect place to mix fun and education for your kids. The vibrant colors and bright glow of the lights and lanterns make this a must-see for anyone in Birmingham.

• When: Select days until January, 5-9PM
• Where: Birmingham Zoo | 2630 Cahaba Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223
• Website | Facebook | Tickets

BONUS LIGHTS: Check out Tuscaloosa for their Tinsel Trail.

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