The most festive place in every state over the holidays

Check out the Huntsville Botanical Garden for stunning foliage and thousands of beautiful Christmas lights or the annual Tinsel Trail in Big Spring Park in Downtown Huntsville.

North Pole's post office is one of the most popular attractions in town — it reportedly receives over 400,000 letters addressed to Santa Claus every year.

The city's London Bridge and English Village are decked out in Christmas lights from Thanksgiving until New Year's for the annual Festival of Lights. The lights' reflections on the lake make the holiday season even more festive.

The entire building is covered in lights during the holiday season, and it's also the site of many of the city's holiday celebrations.

From windmills to horse-drawn carriages, Solvang is one of the state's most festive towns once the holidays roll around.

Every year, the European-inspired town hosts Julefest, a holiday celebration complete with a Christmas tree lighting, plenty of holiday shopping, and Danish treats.

If you love winter sports, Colorado is the place to be for the holiday season.

Whether you're hitting the slopes or cozying up in the ski lodge, spending the holidays in Aspen will make you feel like you're in a winter wonderland.

Stroll around the town's harbor to catch a glance at the elaborately decorated boats, complete with Christmas lights and Santa statues.

The historic estate is spectacularly decorated with Christmas trees, lights, and poinsettias, all of which will put your neighborhood's decorations to shame.

From the beautiful Disney-themed decorations to seasonal treats, Disney World is a blast for all ages during the holidays.

The Bavarian-inspired alpine village is a sight worth seeing all year, but it's even more adorable once it's decorated for the holidays.

The town also offers a Christmas market and parade featuring costumed characters, floats, and Santa Claus himself.

There may not be any snow in Hawaii for Christmas, but there are still plenty of ways to enjoy the holiday season. Every year, the Sheraton Waikiki and Sandsational Sand Sculpting create beautifully lifelike sand sculptures during the holiday season.

The charming ski town goes all out — its celebrations include Christmas light displays, tree lightings, and visits from Santa Claus.

The free attraction has plenty of sparkling lights and 3D displays for guests to walk through at a safe distance.

As you might expect, the town's post office, which is decorated year-round, receives thousands of letters to Santa each year. Plus, there's a theme park in Santa Claus called Holiday World & Splashin' Safari, so you can enjoy holiday fun all year long. Though the park is closed for the 2020 season, 2021 passes are already on sale.

From the holiday lights to extended holiday hours, it's the ultimate place to do all your holiday shopping.

From the town's beautiful decorations to local activities celebrating Swedish culture, there are plenty of unique ways to celebrate the holidays in Lindsborg.

From festive events at the Kentucky Railway Museum to performances of "A Christmas Carol" while touring a historic home, you can't escape the holiday cheer in Bardstown.

Bardstown is also home to the oldest hotel in the state, the Old Talbott Tavern, which was built in 1779.

The town hosts a Christmas festival every year that includes live entertainment, an arts & crafts show, and fireworks.

Whether you walk around the downtown to enjoy the Christmas lights or escape the cold in a local pub, it's hard to avoid the holiday cheer in Portland.

A section of 34th Street is covered in festive lights during the month of December, making it the perfect place to visit to get in the Christmas spirit.

Apparently, it all started around two decades ago, when a teen living on 34th Street placed a string of lights in the tree in his front yard, only to have all his neighbors mimic the tradition.

You may not be able to go swimming in the ocean, but the beach is just as charming in the winter thanks to its beautifully decorated lighthouses.

The charming European-inspired town will make you feel as if you've gone back in time.

The town is also home to Bronner's Christmas Wonderland, which, at 320,000 square feet, calls itself the world's largest Christmas store. With thousands of gifts, you'll be sure to find the perfect thing for everyone on your list.

Throughout the holiday season, the town is covered in decorations. There are also drive-thry visits with Santa and holiday window displays.

The city celebrates the season with Christmas trees and lights galore that feel perfectly festive with or without a white Christmas.

From live shows to holiday lights and shopping, Branson has everything you could ask for in a festive night out.

Whether you enjoy holiday shopping in Whitefish's downtown or take a sleigh ride through the snow at the Bar W Guest Ranch, this charming Montana ski town is the perfect place to enjoy the holiday season.

Poinsettias are one of the most quintessential Christmas decorations — you can see over 5,000 of them at The Lauritzen Gardens' Holiday Poinsettia Show.

All of the shops on the town's main drag are decorated in lights, tinsel, and candy canes. Plus, the town has a Christmas parade every year to celebrate the holiday season.

The city kicks off the holiday season by lighting up a giant Christmas tree downtown. Check out Market Square for festive decorations and beautiful architecture that only get cuter when they're covered in snow.

The charming town is full of decorations that are perfect for a cozy, East Coast Christmas.

In other years, visitors could check out the town's Christmas market during the holiday season for shopping, carolers, and visits with Santa. However, the event has been postponed this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Wander through the neighborhood to see beautiful lights and decorations that will definitely put you in the Christmas spirit.

And of course, from department store holiday windows to the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, New York City is another hotspot for all things Christmas.

There's no surprise why, since homes all over town are completely decked out in lights and decorations throughout the month of December.

The beautiful park, which includes a stave church and a replica of a Norwegian storehouse, looks even more beautiful covered in snow during the holiday season.

The German-inspired village has everything from bakeries to a blacksmith shop. Visit the historical town during the holiday season to enjoy self-guided tours and festive shopping.

The festival includes a variety of holiday-themed light displays, a Ferris wheel, food trucks, and more spread out over 43 acres.

Christmas in the Garden at the Oregon Garden is a must-see around the holidays in Silverton. Festive lights, music, and vendors will be sure to fill you with the holiday spirit.

A visit to Bethlehem isn't complete without a trip to its Christkindlmarkt, a holiday market that sells festive foods, ornaments, nutcrackers, and other holiday items.

The Elms Mansion and The Breakers Mansion in Newport, Rhode Island, are popular tourist destinations all year long, although you can't miss the estates' gorgeous Christmas decorations. From Christmas trees to a dazzling outdoor light display, the Breakers is a must-see if you love holiday decor.

During the holiday season, the charm of the stately Southern homes is only heightened by festive decorations.

Stroll around the city's historic district and visit James Island County Park to enjoy the city's Festival of Lights. The interactive lakeside lights and treats will make you realize that white Christmases are overrated.

Every year, the city holds a holiday festival called Winter Wonderland at Falls Park. The park is covered in over 355,000 LED lights, including ones that shine on the falls to make them appear red and green.

Every year, the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention center presents "A Country Christmas," which includes ice tubing, carriage rides, and holiday-themed performances.

The quaint, German-inspired town celebrates the season not only with a giant Christmas tree, but also with a German Christmas pyramid, an ice-skating rink, and many festive events.

The city decks out its downtown in lights and decorations that make it feel like a winter wonderland.

Christmas, however, is the perfect time to visit Stowe because of the town's festive celebrations and beautiful winter landscape.

Whether you take part in a holiday art auction or hit the slopes, you'll be sure to find plenty of Christmas cheer if you visit Stowe during the holiday season.

If you love US history, you have to visit Colonial Williamsburg at some point in your life. The historical attraction is a great vacation destination at any time of year, although it's an extra special experience during the holiday season.

Every year, Leavenworth's downtown is decorated in lights and the town's Christmas market keeps the holiday festivities going all season long. While the market and Christmas light ceremony are both canceled for this year, you can check back in 2021 to take part in the festive events.

The entire property is covered and lights and the resort's interior is similarly festive.

From holiday wine tastings to a Gingerbread Ball, there's no shortage of festive ways to spend Christmas at the Greenbrier.

The Osthoff Resort usually holds an annual Christmas market, but it's been postponed until 2021.

The town is famous for arches made of elk antlers, which are covered in Christmas lights during the holiday season.

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