Posted in Oklahoma
November 22, 2016
Here Are The 13 Most Enchanting, Magical Christmas Towns In Oklahoma
We are fortunate to have an overflowing amount of Christmas spirit in Oklahoma during the holidays. And although many towns decorate with festive lights and decorations, there are a few that stand out above the rest. From big cities to small towns, these 13 places are the most enchanting, magical Christmas towns in Oklahoma.
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Over 100-acres of city parks in Yukon are transformed into Christmas in the Park - a drive through event filled with 5 million lights and over 400 displays. The exhibit is one of the best places to experience the sights and sounds of Christmas in the state.
The city of Muskogee has two big Christmas areas to visit. Honor Heights Park transforms into a magical place filled with over 1.2 million lights and The Castle of Muskogee turns into a magical place filled with over 2,000 holiday displays and lots of holiday activities.
Snowman Wonderland turns this town into a mini winter wonderland. It's filled with over 120 light displays, holiday music and family fun activities.
Woodward's Christmas spirit is evident as you visit Crystal Beach Park. The area shines bright with over 2 million lights, a festive train ride and holiday displays.
From the River Lights on the banks of the Arkansas River to the festivities at Winterfest in Downtown, Tulsa is filled with magical things to do this holiday season. And make sure to check out Broken Arrow's Rhema Lights right next to Tulsa.
One of the most charming towns in Oklahoma during Christmas is the Victorian-era themed town, Guthrie. Guthrie's Territorial Christmas events are at the heart of Oklahoma's traditional expression of the holidays with all the flavor of the Territorial Days and all the excitement of the twenty-first century.
The Festival of Lights transforms Chickasha’s 43-acre Shannon Springs Park into a magnificent light display. View over 3.5 million lights, walk across the magnificent lighted bridge, view the 172-ft. lighted Christmas tree, sip on hot cocoa or take a ride in a horse-drawn carriage.
"Christmas Downtown" in Enid is magical during the holidays. They have several nights of a giant snow globe that can be entered for a fun viewing and picture taking experience, a giant tree of lights, PAT the snowman, Christmas music, hot chocolate and so much more.
From Automobile Alley to Midtown to Downtown, the town goes all out with decorations, lights, music and festivals.
Another enchanting town that turns into a magical place during the Christmas season is Elk City. The town's Ackley Park turns into Christmas in the Park and is filled with millions of lights, hundreds of displays , a carousel, train and much more.
Southern Oklahoma comes alive as the town of Ardmore lights up with millions of lights. The most spectacular event is the 1.5-mile drive through Festival of Lights at Ardmore's Regional Park.
The town of Ada will quickly get you in the Christmas spirit as you visit Wintersmith Park. The park transforms into a Christmas park and is filled with activities, lights, displays and much more.
The historic Kingfisher Park comes to life as millions of lights brighten it with Christmas spirit. The park becomes known as Winter Nights and the swinging bridge lights up with thousands of lights for an enchanting scene.
Did you know Oklahoma has its very own Polar Express train ride during the holiday season? The train departs from Stillwater and is a magical ride fun for the whole family. You can get more information here.
