Christmas at the Falls & Christmas on the Coosa
Save with a combo pass that includes Gadsden’s top two holiday attractions—millions of lights at Noccalula Falls and real ice skating at Christmas on the Coosa.
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$15 USD
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All Ages
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Varies by visit
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Alabama, United States
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Gadsden
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- Festive Highlights
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- Includes admission to both events (on separate nights). Train rides, food, and vendor purchases available on-site.
Christmas Combo: Falls & Coosa Features
Christmas at the Falls
Walk under millions of lights and ride the festive park train.
Christmas on the Coosa
Glide on real ice under the Alabama stars at Riverside Park.
Train Ride Option
Add an Express Train Pass to skip the line and ride twice as fast.
Christmas Combo: Falls & Coosa Details
Highlights
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Light Displays
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Ice Skating
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Food Trucks
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Family Friendly
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Santa Visits
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Outdoor Fun
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Southern Charm
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Community Event
Description
Experience twice the Christmas joy with Gadsden’s **Combo Ticket to Christmas at the Falls and Christmas on the Coosa**. This two-part holiday adventure blends the magic of millions of twinkling lights at Noccalula Falls Park with the excitement of real outdoor ice skating downtown along the Coosa River. Start your celebration at **Christmas at the Falls** (Nov 14–Jan 3), where families stroll paved trails lined with dazzling light displays, visit Santa, and hop aboard the park train for sweeping views of the waterfall and festive décor. Add an Express Train Pass for quicker boarding and a bonus ride through the lights. Then, continue the fun with **Christmas on the Coosa** (Nov 28–Dec 23), a sparkling 100×60-foot real ice rink at Riverside Park. Skate beneath the stars, sip hot cocoa from food truck vendors, browse craft booths, and warm up at Frosty’s Cocktail Bar for holiday spirits. Each event brings its own unique small-town charm—one nestled among nature’s beauty, the other along the lively riverside. With flexible date options, visitors can enjoy both experiences on separate nights, making this combo a must for families, couples, and holiday travelers. Celebrate the season Gadsden-style, where Southern hospitality meets Christmas wonder.
Itinerary
4:00 PM → Arrive at Noccalula Falls Park for Christmas at the Falls. Explore light displays and holiday vendors. 5:30 PM → Ride the park train through the illuminated canyon (Express Pass optional). 7:00 PM → Visit Santa’s Village or catch a photo with the Grinch. Next Visit → Redeem your combo ticket for Christmas on the Coosa at Riverside Park (any date through Dec 23). Skate under the lights, grab dinner at the food trucks, and enjoy music and festive fun along the Coosa River.
Price & Availability
Mon–Thurs $15 per person; Fri–Sun $25. Express Train Pass optional $10 for two passengers.
Food & Drink
Train rides, food, and vendor purchases available on-site.
Instructions
Park located at 1500 Noccalula Rd, Gadsden, AL; skating at 344 1st Street, Riverside Park.
Restrictions
No refunds. Pets allowed only on “Paws on the Falls” nights.


