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Tuscaloosa centers Christmas 2025 around Bryant-Denny stadium and downtown, where lights, festive gatherings, and local performances create lively evenings. Residents and visitors share dazzling light displays, festive gatherings, and seasonal performances that bring community warmth to winter nights.
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Top Christmas Events In and Around Tuscaloosa
- Holidays on the Plaza
- Tuscaloosa's One Place Tinsel Trail
- Holidays on the Plaza Ice Skating Rink
- Tuscaloosa's Tinsel Trail Ugly Sweater Night
- The Nutcracker by Tuscaloosa Community Dancers
- The Crimson Pride Christmas Special (Northport)
- West Alabama Christmas Parade
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Tuscaloosa Christmas Events
Tuscaloosa Christmas Light Displays
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From Thanksgiving to New Year's, Government Plaza in downtown Tuscaloosa transforms into a magical wonderland. Over 200 live Christmas trees, sponsored and decorated by local businesses and organizations, create a festive spectacle. The Tinsel Trail brings holiday cheer with opportunities for Santa photos and a variety of family-friendly activities.
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Get ready for a magical winter experience at Holidays on the Plaza, Tuscaloosa's premier outdoor ice skating rink. Open from late November to early January, this event transforms Government Plaza into a festive wonderland. Glide across the ice, enjoy the enchanting Tinsel Trail, and embrace the holiday spirit with family and friends.
Tuscaloosa Christmas Movies, Theater and Entertainment
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Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky's beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker, presented by the Tuscaloosa Community Dancers. This annual production brings the enchanting story to life with talented local dancers. Auditions for the 2025 season are held in early August, with specific workshops and audition times scheduled for different age groups, from 6-year-olds to adults.
Tuscaloosa Other Christmas Activities
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Get ready for a magical winter season at Holidays on the Plaza! This beloved Tuscaloosa event offers a fantastic ice skating rink for all ages and a charming Tinsel Trail, a festive tradition that supports Tuscaloosa's One Place. While the rink is closed for the season, the holiday cheer returns in November 2025.
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Join the festive fun at Tuscaloosa's Tinsel Trail for their first-ever Ugly Sweater Night! This community event encourages attendees to don their most outrageous holiday attire for a chance to win awards in various categories. Enjoy live holiday trivia and a vibrant atmosphere as you celebrate the season.
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