Have you ever thought to yourself, “If only Christmas could be as magical as it is in the movies?” If so, the charming small town of Williams will make all of your festive dreams come true. One of the best Christmas towns in Arizona, Williams leans heavily into holiday traditions, from its annual tree lighting ceremony to quaint shops and restaurants decked to the nines. Even better, there’s almost always snow on the ground at Christmastime!
If you’re looking for that old-fashioned Christmas experience reminiscent of a Hallmark movie, plan a trip to Williams this holiday season.
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Known as the “Gateway to the Grand Canyon,” this charming small town has a population of just over 3,000 - but its Christmas spirit is larger than life.
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Festivities kick off in late November with the annual tree lighting ceremony. Locals and tourists alike fill the streets of historic downtown Williams to mark the unofficial beginning of Christmastime.
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All month long, quaint shops get all decked out in their holiday finest and sell various items that make the perfect gifts for loved ones.
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You may even spot a certain mean, green, Christmas-hating machine trying to steal the tree!
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Enjoy an epic snow tubing hill at Canyon Coaster Adventure Park…
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…then hop on the Grand Canyon Railway’s Polar Express train to embark on a magical journey to the North Pole.
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Complete with hot cocoa, cookies, and a keepsake present from Santa Claus, this enchanting ride will quickly become a cherished holiday tradition in your family.
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Regular snowfall during the holiday season is the icing on top of this old-fashioned Christmas cake. Visiting Williams during the most wonderful time of year is like stepping into a snow globe!
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Have you ever visited Williams at Christmastime? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments section below! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for a quirky, old-fashioned Route 66 diner to try while you’re in town.
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Address: Williams, AZ 86046, USA
