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FESTIVE Unicorns, a snow globe and other decorations adorn this home on 479 Tuttle Ave.

Tarmo Hannula T here are plenty of ways to enjoy the holiday season in 2021—whether that be to decorate a Christmas tree, exchange gifts, bake cookies, or sip some eggnog, while gathering (safely) with friends and family.

Another tradition for many families is to tour their town to view light displays. While Watsonville is lucky enough to have the annual Holiday Lights Drive-Thru at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds and the new snowflake displays downtown, there are also plenty of decorated neighborhoods throughout the city to view.

From decked-out houses on Palm Avenue and the light poles on Brewington Avenue adorned with ribbons and bells, to the displays in Senior Village and along Tuttle Avenue, Pajaro Valley residents have gone all-out this year with decorations and lights to celebrate the season.

Check out this photo essay of some stand-out houses.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT 308 Herman Ave., 122B Marchant St., 117 Marchant St., 205 Palm Ave., 787 Cynthia Court and 27 Monte Vista Avenue.

Photos by Tarmo Hannula