With Thanksgiving now behind us, and December finally here, that means Christmas and winter events are in full swing around Northeast Georgia!
WEEKEND EVENTS DECEMBER 5 – 7, 2025
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Event Name: Holly Jolly Trolley, Gainesville
Event Date & Time: Now Through December 27
Event Location: Multiple locations, including Main Street Parking Deck, Gainesville North Parking Deck and Ivey Terrace Park, Gainesville
Event Details: The Holly Jolly Trolley returns this holiday season to connect City of Gainesville residents and visitors with the historic square, home of award-winning growlers and tasting rooms, restaurants and retailers; and Wilshire Wonderland of Lights, an annual holiday offering at Wilshire Trails Park hosted by Gainesville Parks & Recreation. It runs Thursday-Saturday from5-10 p.m. Find more details by visiting https://www.gainesville.org/755/Holly-Jolly-Trolley.
Event Name: Christmas on Green Street, Gainesville
Event Date & Time: Sunday, December 7, 1 – 7 p.m.
Event Location: Green Street, Gainesville
Event Details: Join the City of Gainesville on the first Sunday in December for our annual Christmas on Green Street celebration! This magical event includes a parade of antique cars, holiday floats, marching bands, and community groups starting at the Gainesville Civic Center and continuing all the way down Green Street! Check out the full schedule of events at https://www.exploregainesville.org/christmas-on-green-street/.
Event Name: Winter Wonderlights, Athens
Event Date & Time: Select Nights Now Through December 30, Various Times
Event Location: 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens
Event Details: The winter light show, presented by the UGA Office of the President, follows a half-mile fully accessible trail through a Winter Wonder Cave, along Jingle Bell Lane, into the Northern Lights and through a Cone Tree Forest, among other dazzling features. Along the way, visitors can roast marshmallows for s’mores over an open fire and enjoy rich hot chocolate or other refreshments. Get more information online at https://botgarden.uga.edu/wonderlights/.
Event Name: Sounding Off for Christmas, Auburn
Event Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 3-7 p.m.
Event Location: 16 College St., Auburn
Event Details: It’s a fun, holiday-filled day for the whole family! Enjoy pictures with Santa, train rides, live music, a kids’ zone, the Grinch and so much more! Find out details online at https://auburnga.sophicity.com/CityCalendar.aspx?CNID=14466.
Event Name: Free Christmas Concert and Cookie Crawl, Braselton
Event Date & Time: Sunday, December 7, 3 – 6:30 p.m.
Event Location: Braselton Civic Center, 27 E Lake Dr., Braselton
Event Details: Let the magic of the holidays sweep you away! Join us for an enchanting afternoon of holiday cheer as the North Georgia Winds, Youth Winds and East Jackson High School choir fill the air with the sounds of the season. The Christmas Concert will take place at the Braselton Civic Center on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 3 PM. Enjoy timeless holiday melodies and festive favorites. This joyful celebration is free and open to the public—don’t miss it! For more details, visit https://www.explorebraselton.com/event-details/christmas-concert-cookie-crawl-2.
Event Name: Holiday Festival, Buford
Event Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Event Location: 301 E. Main St., Buford
Event Details: The Buford Holiday Festival and Parade will bring holiday fun to Main Street! You’ll find lively music, fun stage performances and a bouncy house for kids. Meet Santa and explore craft and food vendors. Kick off the holiday season with your loved ones by visiting https://bufordbusinessalliance.wildapricot.org/.
Event Name: Magical Nights of Lights, Buford
Event Date & Time: Now through January 4.
Event Location: Lanier Islands, 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy., Buford
Event Details: Start your holiday adventure at 5 PM each evening and drive through 6 miles of dazzling lights at Magical Nights of Lights! From shimmering displays to playful holiday scenes, every turn is filled with magic and nostalgia. Cozy up in your car, enjoy festive scenes at your own pace, and listen to Christmas favorites while you enjoy our Christmas light show. Get ticket information by visiting https://www.lanierislands.com/holiday-events/magical-nights-of-lights/.
Event Name: Christmas in Cornelia, Cornelia
Event Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 4 – 9 p.m.
Event Location: N. Main St., Cornelia
Event Details: Enjoy photos with Santa, live entertainment, s’mores, hot cocoa, hayrides and more! For questions, visit https://cornelia.city/events-2/.
Event Name: Snow Day, Cumming
Event Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Event Location: Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Rd., Cumming
Event Details: Get ready for a day of festive fun at Snow Day, hosted by Cumming City Center and Jump N Jacks Moonwalk! Join the fun on December 6th from 10 AM to 5 PM along Vision Drive for an unforgettable celebration. Enjoy unlimited inflatable fun for just $10, or bring a new, unopened gift of equal value to donate and jump for free! All donations and proceeds will go toward helping local families in need, with support from the Cumming Police Department to ensure they reach those who need it most this holiday season. Reminder: All participants must complete a waiver and wear a wristband to join the inflatable fun. More information can be found at https://cummingcitycenter.com/event/snow-day-cumming-city-center-holiday-event/.
Event Name: Breakfast with Santa, Dahlonega
Event Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 8 a.m.
Event Location: R-Ranch in the Mountains, 65 R Ranch Rd., Dahlonega
Event Details: Enjoy breakfast with Santa at R-Ranch in the Mountains. It’s $5 per person, while kids 12 and under eat free. All proceeds benefit Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office Shop with a Cop. Take a photo with Santa and enjoy a breakfast meal. Get details at https://dahlonegachristmas.com/events/breakfast-with-santa/.
Event Name: A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol, Dahlonega
Event Date & Time: Weekends Now Through December 21, Various Times
Event Location: Holly Theater, 69 W. Main St., Dahlonega
Event Details: It’s Christmas Eve, 1943, and the Feddington Players are now broadcasting from a hole-in-the-wall studio in Newark, NJ, and set to present their contemporary “take” on Dickens’s A Christmas Carol. Whether it’s the noisy plumbing, missed cues, electrical blackouts, or the over-the-top theatrics of veteran actor, but radio novice, William St. Claire, this radio show is an entertaining excursion into the mayhem and madness of a live radio show. For ticket prices visit https://hollytheater.com.
Event Name: Breakfast with Santa, Dawsonville
Event Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 8 – 11 a.m.
Event Location: Rock Creek Park, 445 Martin Rd., Dawsonville
Event Details: Free activities for the kids, goody bags and toys, crafts and more. Breakfast with Santa is your one-stop shop for Christmas, offering vendors, children’s activities and more! Get more details at https://www.destinationdawsonville.com/events/breakfast-with-santa-2/.
Event Name: Deck the Hall, Duluth
Event Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 2-7 p.m.
Event Location: Downtown Duluth
Event Details: Hear ye, hear ye, dear Whos of Duluth, gather ’round for a joyful jamboree that’s sure to make your hearts grow three sizes! Join us in the heart of our beloved town, as we Deck the Hall with Whoville’s merriment and cheer! You can enjoy character visits, crafts, a holiday market, live music, a snow slide and playground, story time, visits with Santa and more! Find all the details by visiting https://duluthga.net/business_detail_T5_R713.php.
Event Name: Helen’s Christmas Market, Helen
Event Date & Time: Saturday, December 6 – Sunday, December 7
Event Location: Downtown Marktplatz and Unicoi Hill Park
Event Details: The Helen Chamber of Commerce is holding the 18th Annual Helen’s Christmas Market. Helen’s Christmas Market offers unique handmade Christmas gifts and decorations along with an assortment of sweets and treats. Find more information at https://helenchamber.com/events/helen-christmas-market-2025/.
Event Name: Christkindl Market, Lawrenceville
Event Date & Time: Now Through December 24, Various Times
Event Location: 210 Luckie St., Lawrenceville
Event Details: Experience the magic of the holiday season with the Atlanta Christkindl Market, a unique fusion of traditional German festivities and the vibrant spirit of Atlanta. From delicious culinary delights to handcrafted treasures, immerse yourself in an enchanting world where old-world charm intertwines with the vibrance of Atlanta culture. Get all the details at https://www.christkindlmarket.org/.
Event Name: Glow Light Show, Lawrenceville
Event Date & Time: Now through January 4
Event Location: Coolray Field, 2500 Buford Dr., Lawrenceville
Event Details: The Buford Glow Light Show at Coolray Field is a popular holiday event that features over one million LED lights, synchronized to music and arranged into dazzling displays. Get tickets at https://glowlightshow.com/.
Event Name: Jolly Holly Day, Suwanee
Event Date & Time: Friday, December 5 and Saturday, December 6, Various Times
Event Location: Town Center Park, Suwanee
Event Details: The beloved Jolly Holly Day has now expanded to become a two-day event, Jolly Holly Days! Join us for two days filled with holiday magic in Town Center Park on Friday, December 5th and Saturday, December 6th. Friday night, join the community for a visit from Santa, as well as the lighting of the tree. On Saturday, there will be a pet parade, non-stop entertainment and festive food. Find the full schedule of events by visiting https://www.suwanee.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/3131/420?npage=4.
Event Name: Meet Santa at the Old Fort, Winder
Event Date & Time: Sunday, December 7, 2 – 4 p.m.
Event Location: Fort Yargo State Park, 210 South Broad St., Winder
Event Details: We’ll decorate the Old Fort with period-inspired flare, and build a cozy fire to invite our guest. We’ll offer candied treats & hot chocolate to welcome him in. When Santa is comfy inside the warm cabin, we’ll open the doors & children will come from all around to sit for photos with our old-timey Santa! Free program for a memorable family moment! Find details at https://explore.gastateparks.org/info/316581.
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