Trees on Marston Dr. in Turnagain sparkle in white holiday lights, turning the street into a festive winter wonderland. ❄️✨
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By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | December 2025
Looking for a way to sprinkle some extra holiday magic into your Christmas break? Anchorage is twinkling this year with neighborhoods and special spots decked out in festive lights. Whether you’re with family, friends, or that special someone, a self-guided driving tour of Anchorage’s Christmas lights is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit.
Here’s your suggested driving route for a clockwise loop around Anchorage:
1. Start North / East Anchorage
4821 Becharof Street (Jeff Kather light display)
Kick off your tour at this featured Night of Lights home. Santa, reindeer, candy canes, and synchronized music on 89.9 FM make it a sparkling start to your evening.
Nearby residential lights
Neighborhood lists from locals often include additional homes near Becharof / Brayton Drive. Even if not officially listed for 2025, these streets are historically filled with festive cheer.
2. Midtown & West Anchorage
After Becharof Street, head southwest toward Midtown and West Anchorage for densely decorated residential streets.
Potential stops:
- 7025 W Kendale Cir
- 7100 Dawn Dr
- 3911 W 72nd Ct
- 3950 Aircraft Dr
- 1604 Rierie Dr
These stops are grouped closely to keep your driving tight and efficient. You can choose a few favorites or hit them all for a full West Anchorage glow-up.
Best Christmas Light Displays
3. South Anchorage / Turnagain
From West Anchorage, drive south down C Street or Minnesota Drive to reach displays in South Anchorage neighborhoods.
Suggested stops:
- 1846 S Heather Meadows Loop
- 3846 Image Dr
- 3352 Southbluff Cir
These clustered displays make it easy to admire multiple homes in one go, looping through the area without backtracking.
Best Christmas Light Displays
4. Special Stops (Optional Path)
The Alaska Zoo: Zoo Lights
Photo credit: Alaska Zoo
Take a stroll through this highly festive walk-through display with wide-area lights and themed paths. It’s perfect for kids and adults alike.
More info
Downtown Anchorage: Town Square Park & City Lights
End your night downtown with the big holiday tree, sparkling installations, and festive walk-around displays. Capture a family photo to remember your holiday adventure.
Anchorage Holiday Info
Example Route (Clockwise Loop)
- 4821 Becharof Street: start north with synchronized music. Night of Lights info
- Drive southwest to West Anchorage (Kendale, Dawn, 72nd, Aircraft). Best Christmas Light Displays
- Head south to South Anchorage (Heather Meadows, Southbluff). Best Christmas Light Displays
- Go east / northeast to Zoo Lights at The Alaska Zoo (O’Malley area). AllEvents info
- Finish downtown at Town Square Park for the big tree and city lights. Anchorage Holiday Info
Tips for a Magical Night:
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- Start after sunset so every light is at its brightest.
- Bring hot cocoa, snacks, and blankets for extra coziness.
- Tune your radio to 89.9 FM while at Becharof Street to catch the music-synced display.
- Plan your route in a loop to avoid backtracking and maximize your holiday fun.
This Christmas break, swap the ordinary for something dazzling. Anchorage’s holiday lights are the perfect way to make memories that shine as brightly as the season itself.
Mad Hatter Santa reporting for holiday shenanigans. Photo credit: Alaska Headline Living ©️
