With our long nights, Alaska is the perfect place to go Christmas light patrolling. Yes, that’s a thing. You load all your friends or the entire family into your car and go on a cruise to find the prettiest light display in the neighborhood! Some folks in Alaska make it a huge deal by decorating their entire yard while others keep it classy and simple. Check out some of the awesome places lit up with the best Christmas decorations in Alaska! It’s one of our favorite things to do in Alaska during the winter, and it’s easy to see why:

1) Pioneer Park all lit up!
Pioneer Park, 2300 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA
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The snow adds a nice touch, doesn't it? Christmas in Alaska has never been so charming.
2) An impressive setup in South Anchorage.
Anchorage, AK, USA
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The candy canes tie the yard together and look amazing. If you love this, you should check out this Christmas lights road trip that's full of great places to see Christmas lights in Alaska.
3) Blue and classy.
Alaska Botanical Garden, 4601 Campbell Airstrip Road, Anchorage, AK 99507, USA
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All blue looks pretty sweet, if we say so ourselves. If you’re looking for more stunning lights and to stretch your legs, head to the Alaska Botanical Gardens for their holiday light walk.

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4) Keep an eye out for the Grinch.
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These people brought their A game. If you want to see others who did, too, you might want to check out these adorable holiday main streets in Alaska.
5) Might as well decorate your car, too!
2075 Glenn Hwy, Palmer, AK 99645, USA
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That 1950 DeSoto looks dang classy all lit up like that. And if you love being all warm and cozy in your car during Christmas time, head to Alaska’s largest drive-thru holiday light display.
6) Downtown Anchorage, what a sight!
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Town square is enchanting all lit up at night. And every year after Christmas, you may just see some ice sculptures! Christmas in Alaska has never been so twinkly!
7) Under the Zoo Lights.
Alaska Zoo, 4731 O'Malley Rd, Anchorage, AK 99507, USA
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If you get a chance and you get tired of driving through neighborhoods, visit the Alaska Zoo for some fun Christmas light viewing! Come see why these are some of the best Christmas lights in Alaska.

Where else can you find the best Christmas decorations in Alaska? Add your favorite spot to the list in the comments below, so we can all see them!

If you want to chase that festive feeling, here are the most enchanting magical Christmas towns in Alaska that you need to visit this holiday season!

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Is Alaska a good place to spend Christmas?

Absolutely! The state looks like it stepped right off the pages of a fairy tale book. Towering, snow-capped mountains, dancing aurora borealis, and trees hanging heavy with snow greet you at every turn. A holiday season in Alaska will make you squeal with joy!

What is the best thing to do in December in Alaska?

There are so many wonderful things to do in the month. You can check out the light displays, celebrate the winter solstice and the darkest day of the year, and get out and enjoy ice skating, skiing, and more. December is a magical month to be in Alaska.

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