Sparkle and Shine: America’s 7 Best Christmas Cities It’s the most wonderful time of the year—even if the year hasn’t been so wonderful. With gatherings limited and international travel restricted (you’re probably unlikely to visit those Christmas markets in Europe, this December), everyone’s looking for a safe way to celebrate the joy of the holidays domestically. Fortunately, a number of places are putting on a show, bringing all the feels of the festive season. From small-town sparkle to big city lights, here are some of America’s best places to celebrate the holidays this year.