Immerse yourself in a German winter wonderland every Thursday-Sunday with ice skating, carousel rides, German vendors and food, and more. 11am-9pm Thursday-Saturday, 12pm-8pm Sundays at Depot Park, www.cullmanchristkindlmarkt.com.

Enjoy dining, dancing, and stories of life at Christmas time in the 18th century at the American Village. $40 per person, call 205-665-3535 ext. 1031 to reserve your seats, www.americanvillage.org.