Classic holiday films are one of the greatest elements of the Christmas season. Each December, millions of holiday enthusiasts watch their favorite iconic movies to get into the spirit, with many looking forward to this opportunity all year long. One fan-favorite has always been the 1989 classic National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. Do you remember the famous and noteworthy RV from the film? Many fans of the movie are especially fond of Cousin Eddie and his quirky family, arriving in their worn-out mobile home, causing mayhem and hilarity everywhere.
Did you know that all around the nation (and even Canada!), enthusiastic fans have built their own Cousin Eddie RV replicas? In this article, RV Trader is highlighting some of the interesting Christmas Vacation exhibits that can be visited around North America this holiday season.
1. Wadsworth, Ohio
In Wadsworth, Ohio, a team of fans have made the Cousin Eddie RV a reality. It reflects the heart of the film, with plenty of thoughtful details (such as the mannequin of Margo, the Griswolds’ neighbor). Walking by, it feels like you’re right in the middle of the film, as the house has been carefully decorated with 25,000 lights. This exhibit has been thoroughly embraced by the locals, who now consider visiting this site a seasonal ritual.
Image Source: Wadsworth Griswold House
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2. Atlanta, Georgia
In Atlanta, Georgia, you’ll find an amazing Cousin Eddie RV replica. Well-known in the area for his love of the movie and for his RV, Bob Boston brings his Christmas Vacation RV to different festivals and events around Atlanta to spark some holiday cheer. It’s common to see it as the center of attention at local festivals and unique gatherings, such as racing events, movie events, and more. Don’t miss your chance to see this display and chat with other Griswold fans!
Image Source: Atlanta Motor Speedway
3. Greeley, Colorado
Positioned in the quaint city of Greeley, Colorado is another Cousin Eddie RV replica. This spectacle embodies the fun and comedy of the film, entertaining guests from all over who travel to see it. Here, you can walk around the exhibit and appreciate its meticulous craftsmanship, as this RV is as close to the real thing as you’re going to get. You might even find different characteristics that make this model stand out.
Image Source: Roche Constructors, Inc.
4. Alberta, Canada
Entering Alberta, Canada, you’ll encounter another Cousin Eddie RV exhibit in the front yard of a Stony Plain resident’s home. Featuring almost 34,000 lights, this exhibit spotlights the movie’s cultural impact and provides a space for fans to enjoy this realistic replica. Complete with life-size characters from the movie, an actual RV, and thousands of colorful twinkling lights, this exhibit is extremely impressive and required a lot of dedication to get up and running.
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The Cousin Eddie RV exhibits from National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation unite movie lovers from all over, marking the delight and humor of the film. Whether you’re in Ohio, Georgia, Colorado, or Canada, try to see these duplicate displays and dive into the Christmas Vacation universe.
In addition to these stationary displays, other movie fans have been known to decorate their personal RVs in the style of Cousin Eddie and take them on their holiday vacations – so you may even spot a look-alike traveling down a random highway!
Don’t forget, the real charm of Christmas Vacation is about the happiness and fun we can have with loved ones during the holiday time. Wishing you and your loved ones a fantastic holiday season this year, and thank you for being part of the RV Trader family!
By Sam Moon
