I love Arkansas during the holiday season! Our state is filled with many towns that transform into enchanting wonderlands of twinkling lights. But of all those towns, Eureka Springs may be the twinkliest! The historic village will be all aglow with lights and waiting for visitors to marvel at them in amazement. Let’s usher in winter in Arkansas and welcome the holiday season by spending Christmas in Eureka Springs.

The historic downtown of Eureka Springs will be decked out for the holiday season.
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Walk around or, if you prefer, drive around the streets to see all the colorful lights and store window displays.
Shop windows in downtown Eureka Springs will be decked out with some magnificent holiday cheer. Walking around to see them will surely make you feel merry!
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While looking at the lights and store windows, why not go shopping? Not only will you be able to find the perfect, unique Christmas gifts for those on your holiday list, but you will be supporting local small businesses as well.
Even Grotto Spring gets decorated with lights, adding to the holiday cheer around town!
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Christ of the Ozarks is hosting a drive-through light display from dusk until 8 pm every Friday through Sunday night, from Thanksgiving until January 1.
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You will want to take a drive up to Christ of the Ozarks and pass by the forest of over 300 Christmas trees! Admission for the drive-through is by donation only.
One stop you must make to see twinkling holiday lights is the 1886 Crescent Hotel & Spa. The Christmas season here cannot be beat and has become one of the top Christmas traditions in The Ozarks region.
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Both the exterior and interior of the hotel are aglow with lights and ornate holiday decor.
Over 30 trees will be part of the Christmas Forest on the East Lawn of the Crescent Hotel. Visitors can pay to vote for their favorite tree. All proceeds are donated to charity.
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The hotel has planned many fun activities and events for the month of December, although things will be slightly different this year than in past years due to the pandemic.

Watch this YouTube video by THV11 to discover more towns with the twinkliest lights in Arkansas.

A trip to see the twinkliest town gets almost anyone in the holiday spirit. Have you spent Christmas in Eureka Springs? If so, is it one of your favorite Christmas towns in Arkansas? Tell us in the comments below. For more information about the holiday festivities, visit the Eureka Springs website.

Also, with Christmas right around the corner, you may be planning your gift ideas for this year. Here’s a great list of holiday gift ideas to help you ease the stress of the holiday season.

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Melanie J. | October 19, 2023

What are some of the best Christmas towns in Arkansas?

If you live in Arkansas and you’ve searched for Christmas towns near me, then you’ve come to the right place. Here are the best Christmas towns in Arkansas that will make your holiday season magical. 

  • Batesville, Independence County
  • Little Rock, Pulaski County
  • Hot Springs, Garland County
  • Sherwood, Pulaski County
  • Bentonville, Benton County
  • Searcy, White County
  • El Dorado, Union County
  • Paris, Logan County
  • Fayetteville, Washington County
  • Siloam Springs, Benton County

 

Check out our previous article for more information about the best Christmas towns in Arkansas. 

What are the best Christmas light displays in Arkansas?

When it comes to Christmas light displays in Arkansas, there are so many places to experience the magic of the holiday season. And here are the best light displays in Arkansas that belong on your list:

  • Garvan Woodland Gardens, Hot Springs
  • Stewart Family Christmas Display, Fayetteville
  • Hot Springs National Park, Hot Springs
  • White River Wonderland, Batesville
  • Lights of the Ozarks, Fayetteville
  • Finney’s Christmas Wonderland, Crossett
  • Enchanted Land of Lights and Legends, Pine Bluff
  • Lights of the Delta, Blytheville
  • Enchanted Forest Trail of Lights, Sherwood
  • Van Buren's Christmas at the Parks, Van Buren

 

Here’s a cool road trip that takes you to the best Christmas light displays in Arkansas.

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