On Friday, Nov. 24th, the magic and charm of Christmas in Dahlonega begins with live holiday music from the Visitor Center balcony from 5:30-7:00. The Tree and Square Lighting Ceremony will occur at 6:00pm!

A title known the world over, Elf The Musical is a must-see holiday musical that can easily become an annual tradition for any theatre. Based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf features songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklar (The Wedding Singer) and Chad Beguelin (Disney's Aladdin on Broadway), with a book by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone).

The Festival of Trees will remain on display in Hancock Park throughout December. Enjoy a stroll among 15 colorfully decorated trees surrounding the Hancock Park stage. Trees have been sponsored by members of the community and display a one-of-a-kind theme.

Enjoy an old-fashioned Christmas experience in Dahlonega, Georgia! The popular Christmas Market on Candy Cane Lane is held at the Community House and in Hancock Park, just steps away from the historic downtown Dahlonega Square.Juried artisans and crafters offer a variety of handcrafted gifts and holiday decor items. Also shop a selection of themed gift baskets and homemade sweets packaged for gift-giving or celebrating the holidays. This annual event takes place the first two Fridays and Saturdays in December from 10am-5pm. Take advantage of the perfect opportunity to shop for gifts, stock up on sweet treats, and embrace the holiday spirit, while helping Dahlonega Woman's Club raise funds to enrich the lives of children of the community. Dozens of candy canes mark the way through downtown Dahlonega, guiding you to the Christmas Market. Friday and Saturday, December 1 and 2, 2023, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and Friday and Saturday, December 8 and 9, 2023, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Community House, 111 N. Park Street, Dahlonega, GA, and adjacent Hancock Park, just steps away from the downtown square. More info: www.dahlonegawomansclub.org or on Facebook: Dahlonega Woman's Club.

Deck the halls with works of art! The Dahlonega Arts Alliance is hosting its fourth annual Christmas Market Saturday, November 25th in Hancock Park from 10 AM – 5 PM. The event will feature artists from across Dahlonega and North Georgia. Finish your Christmas shopping list and support the arts in your community at the same time!

Join us on December 9th at 11:00am, for the 2023 Dahlonega Christmas parade through the streets the Historic District.Expect traffic delays – Road closures will begin 1/2 hour before the parade starts.

A title known the world over, Elf The Musical is a must-see holiday musical that can easily become an annual tradition for any theatre. Based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf features songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklar (The Wedding Singer) and Chad Beguelin (Disney's Aladdin on Broadway), with a book by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone).

Named for the twelfth night after Christmas, the end of the Christmas season, Twelfth Night plays with love and power. The Countess Olivia, a woman with her own household, attracts Duke (or Count) Orsino. Onto this scene arrive the twins Viola and Sebastian; caught in a shipwreck, each thinks the other has drowned. Viola disguises herself as a male page and enters Orsino’s service. Orsino sends her as his envoy to Olivia—only to have Olivia fall in love with the messenger. The play complicates, then wonderfully untangles, these relationships.

Named for the twelfth night after Christmas, the end of the Christmas season, Twelfth Night plays with love and power. The Countess Olivia, a woman with her own household, attracts Duke (or Count) Orsino. Onto this scene arrive the twins Viola and Sebastian; caught in a shipwreck, each thinks the other has drowned. Viola disguises herself as a male page and enters Orsino’s service. Orsino sends her as his envoy to Olivia—only to have Olivia fall in love with the messenger. The play complicates, then wonderfully untangles, these relationships.

Named for the twelfth night after Christmas, the end of the Christmas season, Twelfth Night plays with love and power. The Countess Olivia, a woman with her own household, attracts Duke (or Count) Orsino. Onto this scene arrive the twins Viola and Sebastian; caught in a shipwreck, each thinks the other has drowned. Viola disguises herself as a male page and enters Orsino’s service. Orsino sends her as his envoy to Olivia—only to have Olivia fall in love with the messenger. The play complicates, then wonderfully untangles, these relationships.

The Dahlonega Literary Festival is an annual celebration of books and authors held in historic downtown Dahlonega, Georgia.