There’s no place like Dothan for the holidays. Each December, downtown transforms into a winter wonderland for the Downtown Holiday Festival. It’s a night of twinkling lights, cocoa, and community cheer.

What to Expect

• Families roast gooey s’mores, kids visit Santa, and local vendors line the streets with handmade gifts and festive treats.
• Live music and décor turn the heart of the city into a picture‑perfect backdrop for memory‑making.

More to Explore

• Pair the festival with Gardens Aglow at the Dothan Area Botanical Gardens.
• Catch The Nutcracker, or explore the Murals of the Wiregrass by night.
• Warm up with wood‑fired pizza at Fire Stone or a celebratory cocktail downtown.

Visitor Tips

• Arrive early; the best viewing spots go quickly.
• Bundle up. Alabama evenings can still get brisk.
• Turn it into a weekend. There are plenty of hotels and RV parks nearby.

Why You Should Go

The Downtown Holiday Festival wraps you in small‑town charm and big holiday spirit. It’s the perfect way to kick off the season with the whole family.