2023 Victorian Front Porch Christmas Tour

2023 Victorian Front Porch Christmas Tour

December 8th, 2023 - December 12th, 2023Visit website for locations and event schedule

Opelika

The tour began in 1993 with just a few homes participating but has grown to include 60 homes on North 8th and 9th street. The homes are decorated with life size Santas, angels, toys, carousel horses and Christmas themed figures. The Victorian Front Porch Christmas Tour has been voted one of the southeast's top-rated tourism events and featured in Better Homes and Gardens and Southern Living. The event is a self-directed driving tour. However, on Saturday night North 8th and 9th streets will be closed to traffic to encourage visitors, neighbors and friends to stroll through the neighborhood. This enables everyone to leisurely enjoy the homes up close, listen to the carolers, and talk with residents dressed in Victorian costumes. This tour begins on North 8th street and 2nd Avenue and includes over ten city blocks. Admission to this spectacular production is free. 


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    Historic Downtown Opelika
    • 714 2nd Avenue
    • Opelika, AL 36801
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    Directions

    Tour begins at Heritage House at 8th Street N and 2nd Avenue

    Region

    Opelika is located in the Tuskegee & Phenix City Area of the South Alabama Region

    Where to Stay

    Comfort Inn Opelika - Auburn

    Our spacious hotel in Opelika offers easy access to a variety of local restaurants and attractions. We’re minutes away from Tiger Town and near: Jordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn Softball Complex, Auburn University, Robert Trent Jones Trail, Chewacla State...

    Red Roof Plus & Suites Opelika

    Experience Red Roof PLUS+… Adding more WOW to your stay! The newly-renovated 100% smoke-free Red Roof PLUS+ & Suites Opelika welcomes you to Opelika, Alabama. Visitors are invited to discover the area’s rich history at the Museum of East Alabama or s...

    Spring Villa Park Campground

    Spring Villa Park Campground has 30 spaces, a campground lodge suitable for gatherings and amenities such as nature trails, an open play area and more.

    Home2 Suites by Hilton

    Whether your are staying a few days or a few months, Home2 Suites by Hilton provides spacious and stylish suites while our community space offers guests a friendly and casual environment in which to work or play. At each hotel, you'll find services a...

    Econo Lodge

    Get a simplified travel experience at the Econo Lodge hotel in the Auburn-Opelika area located off Interstate 85. We’re near historic downtown Opelika and 15 minutes from downtown Auburn. Our hotel is 30 minutes from downtown Columbus, GA. We’re clos...

    La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham

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    Best Western Auburn-Opelika Inn

    Enjoy comfortable, well-appointed rooms centrally located near Tiger Town. Features include a business center with internet capability and complimentary breakfast. A favorite for those battling par at Grand National Golf Course, one of the premiere g...

    Hampton Inn & Suites

    Located in the growing Tiger Town area, the Hampton Inn & Suites offers a relaxing setting for the business and leisure traveler alike. Conveniently located on I-85 between Auburn and Opelika, you'll enjoy easy access to both cities' business centers...

    Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National

    Adjacent to RTJ Golf Trail's Grand National course. Refurbished in 2006 with 15,000 sq.-ft. of meeting space, 50,00 sq.-ft. ballroom, 54 holes of award-wining golf, outdoor and indoor pools, health club, hiking trails, lakeside event area, state-of...
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    Where to Eat

    Resting Pulse Brewing Company

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    Jimbob's Chicken Fingers

    Since 1991 Jimbob's has been a hometown favorite. Family owned and operated, you’ll feel at home while savoring a great meal in our casual and relaxed dining room. Experience our delicious food, attentive service, and a friendly atmosphere; come see...

    Mrs. Story's Dairy Bar

    Still in its original location on Pepperell Parkway, the owners of this 50s style walk up are the third generation of the Story family to serve the freshest “fast” food in the area.

    Mrs. Story's

    Three generations of the Story family prove that some things never have to change: This Alabama institution is still in its original location.

    Niffer's at the Tracks

    Niffer’s Place opened in 1991 with the concept of good food for an excellent value in a fun atmosphere. Auburn alum owner Keely Beasecker loves to hear that people enjoy the food and the friendly service, but the thing she loves to hear most is that ...

    Mama Mocha's

    Mama Mocha's, located in Downtown Opelika, is an in-house coffee roastery and shop serving drinks and food.

    Full Moon Bar-B-Que

    The moon never sets on this hickory-smoked barbecue eatery with outposts around the state.

    Mandarin House

    Welcome to one of Auburn and Opelika's truly refreshing and unique Asian restaurants. Here at Mandarin House, we offer a wide selection of Chinese, Thai, and Sushi cuisines for both lunch and dinner. We invite you to dine with us in our exquisite ori...

    The Warehouse Bistro

    The Warehouse Bistro, located in Opelika's oldest industrial park since 1993, is the area's best in casual fine dining.
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    What to See & Do

    Historic Downtown Opelika

    Includes the Opelika Depot, Lee County Courthouse, shops and more.

    Downtown Historic District & Heritage Walk

    Self-guided tour featuring restored depot in Railroad Ave. Historic District. Courthouse square near Victorian homes, specialty shops.

    Opelika Chamber of Commerce

    Now home to the Opelika Chamber of Commerce, the Whitfield-Duke-Searcy Home was built by the John Whitfield family in 1895. They sold the Victorian home to Judge Duke and his family in 1902.

    Opelika Train Depot, The

    Recently restored to original pre-1920s style, adhering to strict historical standards. Depot houses offices of The Arts Association of East Alabama and Opelika Mainstreet.

    CyberZone

    CyberZone is a large family entertainment center located in downtown Opelika. We feature a new state of the art Laser Tag system with 6200 square feet of arena with ramps and multiple game types. We also feature the grid arcade, an area with the newe...

    Museum of East Alabama

    10,000 artifacts form fascinating glimpse into east Alabama life. Camp Opelika (WWII POW camp) memorabilia, Roanoke dolls, early recording technology. Special exhibits. The museum was totally restored recently.

    Brownfield House

    Built in 1850s by Dr. Brownfield, one of Opelika's first physicians. Example of Greek Revival to Victorian Gothic transition. Moved to present site, restored.

    Opelika Municipal Park

    Opelika Muncipal Park features the Rocky Brook Creek, Rocky Brook Rocket and many play structures for children. The park is shady and has picnic tables.

    The Sound Wall

    The Sound Wall is a music venue, event space and studio located in Historic Downtown Opelika, AL.
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