The Eureka Springs Christmas Festival In Arkansas That’s Straight Out Of A Hallmark Christmas Movie

Every holiday season, the Hallmark channel releases tons of magical Christmas movies. However, the Hallmark channel isn’t the only place you’ll find whimsical seasonal celebrations. Arkansas’ very own Eureka Springs hosts a yearly yuletide affair that gives the celebrations seen on TV a run for their money. Let's take a look at the magical Eureka Springs Christmas Festival in Arkansas.

Celebrating Christmas in a big way, Eureka Springs hosts a month-long fest filled with signature events, glowing lights, and jolly décor.

The 2023 Eureka Springs Christmas Festival kicks off after Thanksgiving and runs through December 31.

Filled with Victorian-era buildings, Eureka Springs is one of the most picturesque places to spend the holidays, making it the perfect setting for a Hallmark-style celebration.

Festival-goers can enjoy a slew of fun festivities over the course of the event.

The Parade of Lights, Christmas light display at The Great Passion Play, and Christmas tree forest at the Crescent Hotel are among the fest’s most popular festivities.

Decorated storefronts are another hallmark of the fest. On select nights during the Christmas season, merchants present “living windows,” which come alive with elves, Santa, and other characters.

Even just walking around Eureka Springs during Christmastime is a real treat since the whole town is decked out in yuletide décor.

Like something straight from a Hallmark Christmas movie, Eureka Springs' Fest is a true holiday destination. And just like a Hallmark film, you don’t want to miss it!

Enjoy the Christmas Parade during the Eureka Springs Christmas Festival in this video from The Eureka Springs Channel:

Want to know more about this yuletide affair? For more info, including a full line-up of festivities, visit the Eureka Springs Christmas Festival website.

So, did you know about this Hallmark-style Arkansas Christmas festival? Ever visited Eureka Springs during the holiday season? Know of another great holiday event? If so, tell us!

This fest isn’t the only place you can bask in the splendor of the season. Read about a Christmas village, where you can take a train ride through a wonderland of lights.