The magical holiday season is here, and what better way to celebrate it than with local Christmas events in North Georgia? When you live at Traditions of Braselton, you’re close to exciting activities year-round, especially during the holidays. From decorating ornaments and sipping hot chocolate with Santa to dining at Chateau Elan and attending community Christmas parties, there are endless opportunities near Traditions of Braselton to celebrate the season. Discover nearby Christmas fun that will delight you and your family!
Holidays with Our Neighbors at The Smithgall Arts Center
If you love local art and supporting small businesses, you won’t want to miss Holiday with Our Neighbors at The Smithgall Arts Center. Taking place on Saturday, December 16th from 2:00pm-7:00pm, Holidays with Our Neighbors will host a free sugar cookie workshop, a free ornament workshop, and performances from local artists. There also will be opportunities to shop for Christmas gifts at the local market. This event is free and welcome to all ages!
Come sip on a warm mug of hot chocolate with Old Saint Nick himself at Sippin’ with Santa at Pinspiration in North Georgia. Take pictures with Santa, enjoy some hot chocolate or cider, and receive free samples from local businesses! Take-home crafts are available for purchase, but no entry fee is required. Sippin’ with Santa is on Saturday, December 16th, from 1:00pm-4:00pm, so mark your calendars!
Christmas Party at Liquid Nation Brewing
Liquid Nation Brewing is hosting a free Christmas party on Saturday, December 16th at 2:00pm. Enjoy cookie decorating, festive crafts, an ugly sweater contest, pictures with Santa, and more! Reindeer games are guaranteed and include a cookie-eating contest, antler toss, and pin the nose on Rudolph. This event is perfect for the whole family!
Christmas at Chateau Elan
Chateau Elan is already the place to be at any point in the year, but it’s especially magical during Christmas. Take the family to Breakfast with Santa on Sunday, December 17th, from 9:30-11:00am to enjoy a delicious, gourmet breakfast and take pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Also on December 17th from 2:00-5:00pm is Cookies with Santa, where you’ll spend the afternoon decorating Christmas cookies, enjoying hot chocolate or coffee, and meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Don’t miss a special Christmas Day Buffet on December 25th from 12:00pm-6:30pm. From the Slow Roasted Prime Rib and New England Style Seafood Chowder to the Bouche de Noel and Gourmet S’more Station, your tastebuds are bound to be delighted. Check out their full menu here!
NGCA Christmas Party
The North Georgia Cornhole Association hosts a yearly Christmas Party, where you can expect a delicious dinner, a White Elephant gift exchange, and a blind draw tournament! This year, the Christmas Party is on Friday, December 22nd from 5:00pm-10:00pm at the Gainesville Civic Center. Tickets are $25 per person, and you’re welcome to bring loved ones and family. Make sure to RSVP soon!
The Peck Christmas Light Show
Right down the road from Traditions of Braselton is the Peck Christmas Light Show, a must-see local favorite this Christmas season! This light show right in the Jefferson neighborhood boasts over 10,000 Christmas lights and syncs to holiday music via a radio station for the ultimate immersive experience. The address is 220 Porter Pl, Jefferson, GA 30549. Check out their Facebook page to see when the light show is on!
The Holidays are Better at Traditions of Braselton
Traditions of Braselton, a luxurious country-club-style neighborhood nestled in the beautiful town of Jefferson, has everything you need to make the most of this holiday season. Located in a highly desired area, living here means you’ll never run out of fun things to do. In addition to the incredible location, you’ll love the easy-to-maintain homes with up to 6 bedrooms, 3-car garages, and modern open-concept design that makes entertaining guests all the more enjoyable. Come visit us to see this pristine community in person! We can’t wait to welcome you home. Happy holidays from Traditions of Braselton!