The holiday countdown is on and if you’re looking to spread and receive some joy, festive towns are a great place to start. Mainly because one Washington town is a step above the rest when it comes to celebrating the holidays. Let’s see why Leavenworth is considered one of the most festive towns in the nation.

If you’ve visited Leavenworth before, you probably know exactly what makes it so festive – its Bavarian charm. The town is home to highly stylized architecture, the relaxing Post Hotel, sleigh rides, and a beloved holiday light display.

With all of the great holiday amenities, it’s no wonder the town made House Beautiful‘s top 30 list of the best Christmas towns in America.

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The top 10 best Christmas towns in the USA are as follows:

  1. Greenville, South Carolina
  2. Franklin, Tennessee
  3. Park City, Utah
  4. Middleburg, Virginia
  5. Saratoga Springs, New York
  6. Kennebunkport, Maine
  7. Santa Fe, New Mexico
  8. Portsmouth, New Hampshire
  9. Mystic, Connecticut
  10. Solvang, California

As you can see, no Washington towns are in the top 10. Leavenworth came in 15th place and was given shout-outs for its display of Santa costumes from all around the world, its gingerbread house competition, carolers, and “photo ops galore.”

If you’re looking to celebrate the joys of the season, Leavenworth is the place to go.

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