The holidays are a magical time of year, when beautiful decorations grace the main streets of towns, and carolers fill the wintery air with music. If you find yourself longing for a simpler time, when the holidays were less about glitz and consumerism and more about community, you need to visit the town of Jacksonville, Oregon at Christmas. Take a look:

Jacksonville is a small town just west of Medford. With a population of approximately 3,000 people, it's the kind of place where neighbors look out for each other and guests are always welcome.
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As the holiday season approaches, the town starts dressing up with boughs of evergreen, wreaths, and bright, red bows. Jacksonville celebrates its rich history with a Victorian Christmas every year.
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During the Jacksonville Victorian Christmas Festival, you'll see pretty twinkle lights adorning local businesses and the festive feeling is present all over town.
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The season kicks off with community caroling and tree lighting. Many of the carolers are dressed in period costume, befitting for the town's Victorian Christmas theme.
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Although, there's nothing like an old-fashioned Christmas to make your holidays merry and bright! You'll find carolers downtown all season long.

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One highlight of Christmas in Jacksonville, Oregon is the Victorian Christmas parade. This highly-anticipated event is when Father Christmas comes to town, delighting children and adults alike.
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Throughout the holiday season, Father Christmas remains in Jacksonville, and you'll certainly want to visit.
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Just make sure to bring your camera along! You're welcome to take photos of your kiddos as they tell Father Christmas whether they've been naughty or nice this year. There is no professional photographer so capturing photos with Father Christmas is free of charge.
You might also want to drop the big man a letter.
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And that is just the beginning of the. many activities found during Christmas in Jacksonville, Oregon. Enjoy narrated historical trolley tours, participate in the local toy drive, or even experience a Beekman House Victorian Christmas tour. There's no doubt that every activity is packed with holiday magic in this Oregon Christmas town.
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This holiday season, you'll definitely want to plan a trip to Jacksonville for a Victorian Christmas experience you won't forget.

Have you ever enjoyed a Christmas in Jacksonville, Oregon? Did you attend the Jacksonville Victorian Christmas Festival? What are some of your favorite things to do in Jacksonville? We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.

If you’re looking for another enchanted Christmas trip, visit this wonderland of lights and activities on the coast. And if you are wondering what to give that special someone in your life, make sure to check out our holiday gift guide. It’s full of gift-giving inspiration!

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What are some other Christmas towns in Oregon I should visit?

While Jacksonville is easily one of our favorite Christmas towns in Oregon, it is just the beginning of the many towns in the Beaver State that go all out for the holidays. In fact, numerous towns throughout Oregon come alive during the holidays. If you are searching for some other Christmas towns in Oregon to add to your holiday bucket list, consider the following destinations:

  • Newport
  • Oregon City
  • Ashland
  • Hood River
  • Colton

 

Take a look at this list featuring incredible Christmas towns in Oregon to visit. Many of these towns will make you feel like you’ve fallen into a snow globe when you visit.

What are some of the best Christmas light displays in Oregon?

The best Christmas light displays can quickly put you in the holiday spirit. While there are dozens of displays around the state, it can often be hard to determine which ones deserve your time and attention. As you search for the best Christmas light displays in Oregon, consider the following — they are some of my favorites.

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