You may have noticed a few Christmas lights starting to go up around the area in the past few days. Even though Thanksgiving is still a couple of weeks away, there are already some Christmas-themed events happening around Northeast Georgia, among other fun ways to get out and enjoy your weekend!
WEEKEND EVENTS NOVEMBER 14-16, 2025
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Event Name: Holiday Parade and Festival, Braselton
Event Date & Time: Saturday, November 15, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Event Location: Historic Downtown Braselton, 9924 Davis St, Braselton
Event Details: Festivities begin with a morning parade, continue with a vibrant festival on the Town Green and other delightful activities throughout downtown, culminating in the enchanting Lighting of the Tree and drone show. The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. The 2025 festival theme is Braselton Winter Wonderland. Get the full list of events online at https://www.explorebraselton.com/event-details/holiday-parade-festival-2.
Event Name: Art-TIques Holiday Market, Buford
Event Date & Time: Friday, November 14 – Sunday, November 16, Various Times
Event Location: Buford Town Center, 2200 Buford Hwy. NE, Buford
Event Details: Art-Tiques Vintage Holiday Market is returning to Buford Towne Center for our Annual Holiday Show. We are so excited to be returning to Buford. A new layout and new vendors await us here. From antiques to clothing to hand crafted jewelry this holiday market with let you cross off your list the most unique gifts you will ever find. Get details at https://www.vintagemarkets.net/november-in-buford-2025.html.
Event Name: Magical Nights of Lights, Buford
Event Date & Time: Saturday, November 15 through Sunday, 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: Glow Light Show, Lawrenceville
Event Date & Time: Saturday, November 15 through Sunday, 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/.
FESTIVALS AND COMMUNITY EVENTS
Event Name: Chili Cook-Off and Music Festival, Suwanee
Event Date & Time: Saturday, November 15
Event Location: Suwanee Town Center Park at 330 Town Center Avenue, Suwanee
Event Details: The Suwanee Chili Cook-Off & Music Festival is a fun family friendly community festival featuring a Chili Cook-Off with Chili Sampling, People’s Choice awards. The Suwanee Chili Cook-Off is an official ICS Sanctioned and Certified Cook-Off – the ONLY one in the state of Georgia. Get details online at https://www.chilimusicfestival.com/.
Event Name: Vernardos Circus, Dawsonville
Event Date & Time: Now through Sunday, November 16
Event Location: North Georgia Premium Outlets, 800 GA-400, Dawsonville
Event Details: Venardos Circus is thrilled to announce the launch of a SECOND Touring Company and an All-New Production “FAR BEYOND.” The show will play at North Georgia Premium Outlets in Dawsonville, November 6 – 16, 2025. Tickets are on sale now! The show will feature Singing Ringmaster Julia Swann, the Reyes Brothers’ Juggling Perch Pole, the Mind-Bending Contortion of Nordic Beauty Sno Bunta, Slapstick Sensation Sam Ferlo, Duo Dadiva’s Astonishing Aerial Acrobatics, the Ridiculous Rob Lok, Priscilla & Jonathan’s Diabolical Daggers, and the Wicked Wheel of Wonder! Get details at https://venardoscircus.com/.
THEATER PRODUCTIONS
Event Name: Production of “Sister Act,” Gainesville
Event Date & Time: Now Through Saturday, November 15, Various Times
Event Location: Brenau University’s Hosch Theatre, 429 Academy St., NE, Gainesville
Event Details: Gainesville Theatre Alliance presents Sister Act, November 7-15 at Brenau University’s Hosch Theatre, inside the John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts. When nightclub singer Deloris Van Cartier witness a crime, she’s hidden in the last place anyone would look—a convent. Disguised as a nun, Deloris brings her flair for music and mischief to the quiet choir, shaking up the church and the community. Sister Act is an irresistible musical celebration of friendship, faith, and finding your voice in the unlikeliest of places. Recommended for ages 13+ for mild language, suggestive humor, and adult themes. Get tickets at https://www.gainesvilletheatrealliance.org/sister-act-2025.
CONCERTS
Event Name: No Diggity Band, Gainesville
Event Date & Time: Friday, November 14, 6 p.m.
Event Location: The Hall, 312 Jesse Jewell Parkway, Gainesville
Event Details: No Diggity band is the nation’s most exciting, talent-packed 90s-2000s Hip Hop, RnB, and Pop Tribute Party Band. Since selling out their first show in 2019, No Diggity Band has skyrocketed, drawing devoted fans from all walks of life to their extraordinary performances. Get tickets at https://www.thehallga.com.
Name: Travolta: A Tribute to Studio 54 and More, Cumming
Date & Time: Saturday, November 15, 7 – 9 p.m.
Location: Lou Sobh Amphitheater, Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Rd., Cumming
Details: TRAVOLTA “A tribute to Studio 54 and More!” The name Travolta is synonymous with all things disco nostalgia, and says it all!! This amazingly entertaining band brings ALL the good times and huge hits of the 1970s discotheque era, plus the greatest dance pop hits of all time from the likes of Michael Jackson, Prince, Lionel Richie, and more! This is a free concert for the community. Just bring a blanket or lawn chair. Friendly dogs on-leash are welcome! Get more details at www.cummingcitycenter.com.
Name: The Dirty Doors, Doors Tribute Band, Cumming
Date & Time: Friday, November 14, 7 – 9 p.m.
Location: Lou Sobh Amphitheater, Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Rd., Cumming
Details: The Dirty Doors are an authentic Doors tribute band based in Atlanta, GA. This is a free concert for the community. Just bring a blanket or lawn chair. Friendly dogs on-leash are welcome! Get more details at www.cummingcitycenter.com.
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