Christmas Celebrations

Mountain Country Christmas in Lights 2020 is a holiday treat for the entire family at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee, Georgia. The fairgrounds will be transformed into a spectacular and magical holiday light show, with special Christmas music provided by local churches, art & craft vendors, holiday food, hot chocolate, and of course a visit and pictures with Santa! Hours are 6pm-9pm every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, November 26 - December 26, 2020 (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day). Gate Admission: Under 12 Free; 12+ $6 per person Free Parking. No Pets Allowed. GeorgiaMountainFairgrounds.com for more information. ______________________________

CHRISTMASFEST

ChristmasFest returns to Historic Downtown Toccoa, Georgia on December 4th from 6pm to 9pm. Bring in the holiday season with your friends at Main Street Toccoa as. Enjoy the dazzle of lights on the Courthouse Lawn, ice skating as part of Toccoa on Ice, a Live Nativity, Carriage Rides, Craft Vendors and Food Vendors, the Festival of Trees, and more! The event kicks off with the magical Lighting of the Tree. From there, stroll down the street and enjoy the thrill of the Christmas season and make sure to stop for a nice, warm cup of hot chocolate as you stroll. The Spirit continues on Saturday, December 5th at 4pm with the Toccoa Christmas Parade. Toccoa on Ice - $5 per person (includes skates). Come back each weekend in December to enjoy ice skating (weather permitting). For more information about ChristmasFest and Christmas celebrations in Toccoa, Georgia call 706-2823309. ______________________________

Christmas in Downtown Cornelia

Downtown Cornelia will host a special night of Christmas Celebration December 5th, 6-9pm. “Downtown Christmas” will have hayrides through its spectacular light display, kids crafts, and live entertainment by Premier Dance Academy, Whistle Top Brewery and Fenders Alley. Enjoy the holiday market filled with local vendors while roasting marshmallows or taking a ride on the new pedal pub as you indulge in Hot Apple Cider or Hot Cocoa. The city and all of the local businesses are planning a lively and exciting night for people of all ages! Admission and most activities for “Downtown Christmas” are free. Hayrides are $1 each. For more information call 706-778-8585 or www.discovercornelia. com The Christmas Seasons begins in Clarkesville on December 1st at 7pm with the Annual Habersham County Christmas Parade in Downtown Clarkesville, Georgia. Then on December 12th 6pm-8pm Clarkesville Main Street presents A Downtown Clarkesville Christmas at the Gazebo in Clarkesville. Come for the Music and the Lights, Pictures with Santa, Have some hot chocolate or roasted marshmellows. Stores in the downtown area will be open late for your shopping convenience. For more information call 706-754-2220. ______________________________

Blairsville Christmas Celebrations

On December 4th and 5th The Union County Civic Center will be filled with home based vendors offering unique Christmas gifts. Hours will be 11am-7pm on Friday the 4th and 11am-5pm on Saturday the 5th. On December 5th the celebration begins with the Holly Jolly Christmas at the community center in Blairsville. There will be Breakfast with Santa, pictures, train rides and more, all practicing social distancing. Also on December 5th 10am-3pm will be the Kris Kringle Market at the Farmer’s Market in Blairsville. For more information about these events call 706745-5789. ______________________________

The Town of Franklin presents ... WINTER WONDERLAND 2020 December 5th - 5pm to 8pm On December 5, 2020 the Town of Franklin will be decked out and lit up. Downtown Merchants will be open late, many with “Living Windows Displays of the Season”. Santa will also be paying a visit to Downtown Franklin and will visit with young and old alike. The Gazebo on the Square area will be transformed to provide you with many different photo opportunities. The additional decor will definitely add more sparkle to your holiday season! Due to COVID-19 and the safety of all involved, this year’s Winter Wonderland has been modified. Facemasks and Social Distancing required. For more information, call 828-524-2516