It is the most wonderful time of the year.

Everyone is gearing up for the holidays, even the businesses here in Gwinnett. The holidays are meant to be experienced through lights, trees and shopping. Christmas traditions are passed down from generation to generation, and it's what each person remembers when they look back on their childhood. We want to help you make family memories that will last a lifetime. Here are some fun activities for you to experience this holiday season. 

 

Christmas Show

Who doesn't love Christmas music? Especially getting to watch performers sing it live just makes it even more magical. There a quite a few Christmas productions at Gas South District this year that will have you singing along. 

The Nutcracker Presented by Northeast Atlanta Ballet (Nov 29-Dec 1)
The Nutcracker Presented by Gwinnett Ballet Theatre (Dec 13-15 & Dec 19-22))
Trans- Siberian Orchestra (Dec 15)

Christmas Canteen at Aurora Theatre (11/29 - 12/22) 

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Christmas Lights

There is something magical about Christmas lights, all the different colors and designs help get you in the Christmas spirit. If you are looking for lights this year, check these places out:

Stone Mountain Christmas - Step into a winter wonderland of lights, parades, and music, this holiday experience will satisfy all your Christmas needs. Most park attractions will be open for you to enjoy. 

Glow Light Show - Enjoy this drive-thru light show at Coolray Field debuting in Gwinnett for the first time ever. Stay in your car and tune the radio to a designated station for a synchronized winter wonderland experience. 

 

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Christmas Tree Farm

If you get a real tree each year then you know how fun and special it is to go pick out your tree. Here a few places selling Christmas trees:

Buford Corn Maze - This local fan favorite attraction will be selling Frazer Fir Christmas Trees from their family farm in North Carolina. Browse their selection and find that special tree to be yours! 

Randy's Christmas Tree Farm - Begin a family tradition this year by going to choose a tree. They have a great selection of high-quality trees!

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Christmas Events

We hope you and your family make wonderful Christmas memories! Be sure to tag us in your pictures using #exploregwinnett

 

Magical Flight to the North Pole Nov 13

Magical Flight to the North Pole

Embark on the inaugural “Magical Flight to the North Pole,” a first of its kind journey that combines emotion and adventure, whisking guests away to the heart of Santa’s enchanting world. This…

Santa’s Wonderland Returns to Cabela's Nov 13

Santa’s Wonderland Returns to Cabela's

Get ready for the holiday season with Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's annual Santa's Wonderland experience! Bring your family to your local Bass Pro Shops store to join over two million kids and families…

✨🏮Winter Lantern Festival🏮✨ Nov 14

✨🏮Winter Lantern Festival🏮✨

Step into a dazzling world of light with over 1000 Chinese lanterns; all handmade by artisans with decades of experience. A whimsical walk-through experience to light up and warm up the season!…

A Christmas Story Nov 15

A Christmas Story

Based on the motion picture A Christmas Story , Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB…

ART-TIQUES HOLIDAY MARKET Nov 15

ART-TIQUES HOLIDAY MARKET

We are excited to announce that Art-Tiques Holiday Market is once again “sleighing” down to the Buford Town Center November 15th, 16th & 17th! Join 250 vendors who will be set up on the lawn…

Glow Light Show & Festival Nov 15

Glow Light Show & Festival

Glow Light Show & Festival has three different captivating experiences the whole family can enjoy! Whether you choose to drive through the light show, climb aboard the jolly trolley, or stroll…

The Ice Rink at Sugar Hill Nov 15

The Ice Rink at Sugar Hill

The Ice Rink at Sugar Hill is back for another season! Come skate on a real, outdoor rink from Nov. 8th – Feb. 16th in Downtown Sugar Hill for endless frosty fun. Located behind City Hall, on…

Historic Norcross Holiday Open House Nov 16

Historic Norcross Holiday Open House

Tis the season for shopping and Norcross is ready to help you check everyone off your gift list with the annual Merchant Open House on Saturday, November 16th. At this special one-day event, the…

Holiday Juggling Show Nov 16

Holiday Juggling Show

Holiday Juggling Show with Ron Anglin Ornaments, nutcrackers, and fruitcakes, Ron Anglin can juggle them all! Join us for our holiday fan-favorite, Holiday Juggling Show. Watch as Ron juggles holiday…

Holiday Parade & Festival Nov 16

Holiday Parade & Festival

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…

Snow Island at Lake Lanier Islands Nov 16

Snow Island at Lake Lanier Islands

Be transported to a wintry vacation state of mind on the Parrot Mountain slide, one of the longest and steepest snow tube hills in North America measuring 575 feet long and 8-stories high. Snow…

Stone Mountain Christmas Nov 16

Stone Mountain Christmas

Each day during Stone Mountain Christmas, you can enjoy park attractions including Summit Skyride, Scenic Railroad, and more! Then, become immersed in holiday magic with evenings full of festive…

Tree Lighting at the Mall of Georgia Nov 16

Tree Lighting at the Mall of Georgia

Family Events start at 5:00pm, movie begins at 7:00pm. Movie: Polar Express w/ DJ Konversation Peace (5-9PM) Additional Entertainment: In-Person Movie Characters, Bounce Houses, Chelle Face Painting…

Christmas with C.S. Lewis Nov 20

Christmas with C.S. Lewis

In the early years of his young adult life C S Lewis believed the story of Christ’s birth was nothing more than feel-good myth. That all changed after a particular encounter with his great friend and…

Becky Buller Band XMas Show! Nov 23

Becky Buller Band XMas Show!

Becky Buller is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, and songwriter from St. James, Minn., who has traversed the globe over performing bluegrass music to underwrite her insatiable songwriting habit. Becky…

Frosty Fun: Winter Games Nov 23

Frosty Fun: Winter Games

Get ready for a day of frosty fun and friendly competition at Downtown Duluth’s Winter Games! With thrilling winter-themed games like snowball toss and holiday-themed races, it's a day packed with…

Georgia Festival of Trees🐷🎄 Nov 23

Georgia Festival of Trees🐷🎄

The Pink Pig is BACK! Kick off your holiday season with the Georgia Festival of Trees! Sure to become a memorable family tradition for years to come, the festival features a forest of dazzling…

Lilburn Farmers Market Holiday Pop-Up Nov 23

Lilburn Farmers Market Holiday Pop-Up

Discover a wide variety of locally grown/produced products to enjoy. Each week vendors selling seasonal fruits and vegetables, herbs, preserves/jellies, smoked salmon/trout, meats, honey…

Santa Parade Nov 23

Santa Parade

Join us for our festive Santa Parade on November 23rd from 10 AM to 12 PM! Experience the magic as Santa makes a special appearance, strolling through the mall with a parade of his biggest fans and…

Tree Lighting at The Forum Nov 23

Tree Lighting at The Forum

The most wonderful time of year calls for the most extravagant gathering of them all! Ring in the holidays with festive entertainment, family-friendly activities and more as The Forum counts down to…

Frosty Fun: Roller Skating Nov 24

Frosty Fun: Roller Skating

Get ready to glide on ice-cold wheels! Our frosty roller-skating rink will be set up on the Activity Lawn. It's free to use and open to all ages (parental discretion advised, recommended for ages 3…

Frosty Fun: Roller Skating Nov 25

Frosty Fun: Roller Skating

Get ready to glide on ice-cold wheels! Our frosty roller-skating rink will be set up on the Activity Lawn. It's free to use and open to all ages (parental discretion advised, recommended for ages 3…

A Holiday Cheer Sunset Cruise Nov 29

A Holiday Cheer Sunset Cruise

Join us for a jolly good time aboard our award-winning, heated party boat, The Experience, setting sail Thursday through Sunday from Safe Harbor Aqualand at 5:00 PM and returning at 8:00 PM. We've…

Christmas Canteen 2024 Nov 29

Christmas Canteen 2024

Atlanta’s favorite tradition, Christmas Canteen returns for a 29th year to illuminate the holidays. Canteen is a stocking stuffed with a dazzling array of musical numbers, riotous bursts of comedy, a…

🎅 Santa at The Forum! 🎄 Nov 29

🎅 Santa at The Forum! 🎄

🎅 Santa Claus is Coming to The Forum! 🎄 Get ready for holiday magic as Santa sets up shop on The North Plaza! Meet Santa at his North Pole-inspired cottage and capture unforgettable holiday photos…

Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting🎄 Nov 30

Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting🎄

One of the longest standing traditions in Loganville is the city's annual Christmas parade, which will return to its roots and be combined with the lighting of the tree at the Town Green. Join us as…

Frosty Fun: Small Business Saturday Nov 30

Frosty Fun: Small Business Saturday

Join us on Small Business Saturday and support our amazing local shops! From 10am-6pm, Downtown will be buzzing with excitement as we celebrate our small businesses with live music, giveaways, art…

Santa's Magical Arrival🎅 Nov 30

Santa's Magical Arrival🎅

🎅 Santa's Magical Arrival at Game Changer! Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM! Join us at Game Changer for a festive celebration welcoming Santa’s magical…

Christmas in Grayson🎄 Dec 01

Christmas in Grayson🎄

Celebrate Christmas in Grayson! Join us for a festive afternoon of holiday cheer at Christmas in Grayson! From 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., bring the whole family for a day filled with FREE kids’ crafts, train…

Frosty Fun: Creativity Workshop (18+) Dec 01

Frosty Fun: Creativity Workshop (18+)

Get creative this holiday season at the Paint a Pint Workshop! Join Southern Misfits Studios on December 1st from 3:00 - 5:00 pm for a fun, hands-on event where you'll customize your own pair of pint…

2nd Annual Main Street Holiday Market Dec 03

2nd Annual Main Street Holiday Market

Join us for our 2nd Annual Main Street Holiday Market on Giving Tuesday, December 3rd! This year, we're also hosting a kickoff event on Monday, December 2nd at Buford Community Center's Sylvia Beard…

Holiday Glow on the Town Green Dec 05

Holiday Glow on the Town Green

Event attendees can cozy up with complimentary hot chocolate while enjoying a holiday sing-a-long and giant bubbles over the Town Green. A very special guest from the North Pole will help to light up…

Holly Jolly Hangout with Santa Dec 05

Holly Jolly Hangout with Santa

🎅 Hang Out with Santa at The Plaza! Get ready for a magical evening with Santa this holiday season! Join us for an exclusive experience featuring cocoa, cookies, and a classic holiday tale read by…

Lee Roy Parnell: A Texas Flavored Christmas Dec 05

Lee Roy Parnell: A Texas Flavored Christmas

No Depression may have said it best when they called Lee Roy Parnell, "…a fine writer blessed with a rich, soulful vocal delivery and a blistering array of guitar chops drawn almost equally from Texas…

A Christmas Carol 2024 Dec 06

A Christmas Carol 2024

Aurora Theatre Co-Founder Anthony Rodriguez returns in the unforgettable one-man A Christmas Carol for a 18th smash year! You will be truly immersed in the holiday classic as Anthony’s mesmerizing…

Downtown Norcross Carriage Rides Dec 06

Downtown Norcross Carriage Rides

Get ready to sleigh the holiday season in style at Downtown Norcross! Hop aboard our complimentary carriage rides, running every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., starting December…

Holiday Celebration🎄🎅 Dec 06

Holiday Celebration🎄🎅

Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit with our Holiday Celebration! This event has everything you love about classic holiday traditions, including choirs singing carols, the Grinch, and, of course…

Suwannee's Jolly Holly Day Dec 06

Suwannee's Jolly Holly Day

The beloved Jolly Holly Day has now expanded to become a two-day event, Jolly Holly Days & Market! Join us for two days filled with holiday magic in Town Center Park on Friday, December 6th and…

'Twas the Night Before Christmas Dec 07

'Twas the Night Before Christmas

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas with Piccadilly Puppets What really happened on the night before Christmas? This mouse tells it all! The holiday tradition continues with ‘Twas the Night Before…

Breakfast with Santa Dec 07

Breakfast with Santa

🎅 Breakfast with Santa! Bring your wish lists and smiles for a special appearance from Santa from 9 AM to 11 AM! He’ll be spreading holiday cheer and listening to the hopes and dreams of your little…

DECK THE HALL🎅 Dec 07

DECK THE HALL🎅

Hear ye, hear ye, dear Whos of Duluth, gather 'round for a joyful jamboree that's sure to make your hearts grow three sizes! On December 7th, from 2 till 7pm, join us in the heart of our beloved town…

HappyFeat Run, Run Rudolph 5K Dec 07

HappyFeat Run, Run Rudolph 5K

Grab your “tacky” sweaters, festive holiday wear, and lace up your sneakers to help raise FUN (and funds!) for this annual event supporting HappyFeat. HappyFeat is a nonprofit organization 501(c) 3…

Historic Norcross Christmas Village🎁🎄 Dec 07

Historic Norcross Christmas Village🎁🎄

Get ready for a jolly holiday extravaganza at the Historic Norcross Business Association ’s Historic Norcross Christmas Village! You’ll find a sleighful of festive activities, including a Lozano Farms…

Caring Santa Dec 08

Caring Santa

Join us for Caring Santa, a sensory-friendly event designed specifically for families with children who have special needs. This exclusive experience takes place on December 8th from 9:30 AM to 10:30…

Free Christmas Concert & Cookie Crawl Dec 08

Free Christmas Concert & Cookie Crawl

Christmas Concert Get into the spirit of the season with an afternoon of holiday music and cookies. The North Georgia Winds will perform its Christmas concert at the Braselton Civic Center. Join us…

Motown Christmas Dec 11

Motown Christmas

Presented by Live In Concert Productions Back after sold out shows in 2022 and 2023, our newest holiday tradition returns to the stage! ‘Tis the season for a night of cheer featuring all your Motown…

GOOD SHOT JUDY: A CROONER’S CHRISTMAS Dec 13

GOOD SHOT JUDY: A CROONER’S CHRISTMAS

Good Shot Judy pays tribute to the Classic Christmas Crooner Hits from artists like Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, Dean Martin, Ray Charles, Michael Buble, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Bette Midler…

Gwinnett Ballet-The Nutcracker Dec 13

Gwinnett Ballet-The Nutcracker

Join us in recognizing GBT’s legacy with this beautiful story ballet, complete with entrancing dancing, stunning sets, and colorful costumes. Magic abounds as Herr Drosselmeyer presents young Clara…

Lawrenceville Lights Dec 13

Lawrenceville Lights

Drive-thru light experience! LV Lights will be open December 12-14 and 19-21from 6pm to 8:30pm. Lawrenceville Lights is FREE. Come by as many times as you want!

Santa in the Sanctuary Dec 13

Santa in the Sanctuary

Enjoy the sanctuary under the glow of holiday lights. Roast s’mores* around the fire pit while sipping hot cocoa*, listen to storytellers, and visit with our special guest… Santa! *Purchased…

City of Sugar Hill Holiday Celebration Dec 14

City of Sugar Hill Holiday Celebration

Picture yourself at Holiday Celebration! Enjoy free photos with Santa in Downtown Sugar Hill on December 14 from 5 to 9 p.m. The fun doesn't stop there! Explore the vendors and activities throughout…

Cookies And Cocoa🍪☕ Dec 14

Cookies And Cocoa🍪☕

Santa makes his final stop in Duluth at the Festival Center on Saturday, December 21 for Cookies & Cocoa With Santa! Join Santa and his elves at 3142 Hill Street from 10am-1pm. Free cookies and…

North Pole Fa La La La Follies Dec 14

North Pole Fa La La La Follies

North Pole Fa La La La Follies with That Puppet Guy Productions Get ready for holiday hijinks as the North Pole puts on a talent show! North Pole Fa La La La Follies follows funny fruitcakes, dancing…

THE EDGAR LOUDERMILK BAND Dec 14

THE EDGAR LOUDERMILK BAND

Join us for a night of incredible bluegrass music with The Edgar Loudermilk Band! Get ready for an evening filled with soulful harmonies and skillful instrumentation.

TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA Dec 15

TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA

Trans-Siberian Orchestra is an American rock band founded in 1996 by producer, composer, and lyricist Paul O'Neill, who brought together Jon Oliva and Al Pitrelli and keyboardist and co-producer…

Third Stream Big Band Christmas Show Dec 18

Third Stream Big Band Christmas Show

Reserved: $28 advance ($33 day of show) Premium: $30 advance ($35 day of show) The 18-piece 3rd Stream Big Band, led by emcee and Maestro Jim Basile, deliver a power-packed performance of amazing…

CELTIC ANGELS CHRISTMAS Dec 19

CELTIC ANGELS CHRISTMAS

Celtic Angels Christmas is a joyous celebration from start to finish, encompassing vocal and instrumental Holiday and Irish favourites. Paired with show stopping world class champion Irish dancing and…

Cookies for Santa Dec 21

Cookies for Santa

Make sure Santa enjoys his stop at your house with some special cookies decorated by you! You can even sample a few with some hot chocolate while you’re here. We will also have story time with Mrs…

Frosty Fun: Snow Globe Photo Booth Dec 21

Frosty Fun: Snow Globe Photo Booth

Step inside a winter wonderland at Town Green! Join us from 5-7 PM for a magical evening featuring a photo booth inside a giant snow globe. Capture the perfect holiday memory as you pose inside this…

Gimme Springsteen Christmas Show! Dec 22

Gimme Springsteen Christmas Show!

Reserved Seating: $25 advance ($30 day of) Gimme Springsteen pays tribute to the one and only Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, performing both well-known classics and deep cuts, in an…

LAC Movie Night: The Grinch Dec 23

LAC Movie Night: The Grinch

The Grinch is the newest adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ 1957 book How the Grinch Stole Christmas ! The plot follows the Grinch and his pet dog Max who plan to stop Whoville’s Christmas celebration by…

Night at the Red Clay: Candy Cane Lane Dec 23

Night at the Red Clay: Candy Cane Lane

Night at the Red Clay returns with a holiday favorite on December 23! Throw on those cozy jammies and join us for a free screening of Candy Cane Lane at the Red Clay. Join us for a fun and memorable…

Winter Break Bash Dec 23

Winter Break Bash

Get ready for a week of holiday magic at the Eagle Theatre! Join us for the Winter Break Bash featuring daily screenings of your favorite holiday movies at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Bring your loved ones and…

✨🏮Winter Lantern Festival🏮✨ Dec 23

✨🏮Winter Lantern Festival🏮✨

Step into a dazzling world of light with over 1000 Chinese lanterns; all handmade by artisans with decades of experience. A whimsical walk-through experience to light up and warm up the season!…

Frosty Fun: Mini Golf Dec 27

Frosty Fun: Mini Golf

Bring your A-game to the Activity Lawn for free mini golf fun from 12-6 PM! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just looking for a fun afternoon, this mini golf course is perfect for all ages. Grab your…

Frosty Fun: Axe Throwing and Ice Carving Dec 29

Frosty Fun: Axe Throwing and Ice Carving

Head over to Parsons Alley to witness the artistry of Live Ice Carving, starting at 3 PM. Watch as skilled artisans transform blocks of ice into a stunning creation right before your eyes. Once the…

Frosty Fun: Noon Years Eve Dec 31

Frosty Fun: Noon Years Eve

Join your favorite host, Jessica from It's All Good , as we ring in the New Year at noon! Experience an afternoon filled with live entertainment, fun crafts, and plenty of photo opportunities. It’s a…

Kids’ Early New Year’s Eve Celebration Dec 31

Kids’ Early New Year’s Eve Celebration

Because kids are just as excited to ring in the New Year as their parents—but need to be in bed before midnight—Stone Mountain Park is set to host an early New Year’s Eve Celebration. During Stone…

Frosty Fun: Dueling Pianos Jan 02

Frosty Fun: Dueling Pianos

Get ready for a night of musical excitement at the Red Clay Music Foundry with The Andrew’s Brothers Dueling Pianos from 7-9 PM! Enjoy an electrifying performance as two talented pianists go…

Frosty Fun: Creativity Workshop (18+) Jan 03

Frosty Fun: Creativity Workshop (18+)

Kick off the new year with creativity! Join us on January 3rd from 6:00 - 8:00 pm for a hands-on workshop where you’ll create your very own succulent wall frame—a perfect, low-maintenance way to add…

Frosty Fun: Frosty Finale Jan 03

Frosty Fun: Frosty Finale

Celebrate the final days of Winter Break at our Frosty Finale! Join us from 12-6 PM for a fun-filled day featuring inflatable slides and an exciting obstacle course that will keep the kids…