Come shop for that perfect holiday gift, creative and unique, during this holiday retail exhibit! We will have a multitude of artistic and handcrafted items for sale, all made by our member artists. So whether it is jewelry, pottery, paintings, or anything in between, we have that unique gift for your holidays. Open Tuesday - Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Closed Monday
ENJOY ICE SKATING IN BLUE RIDGE THIS WINTER Glide into winter fun at Blue Ridge on Ice, the perfect spot to experience the magic of the season! Located beside the Swan Drive-In at the Blue Ridge Farmer’s Market, this outdoor rink invites skaters of all ages to lace up and enjoy the chill. After a few laps on the ice, warm up with tasty concessions like burgers, fries, hot dogs, and even deep-fried Oreos. Whether it’s a family outing, date night, or group event, Blue Ridge on Ice brings festive fun to every visit. Call (762) 210-8999 with questions or to arrange for groups! *Special catering for parties or group outings available
Starts Thursday, November 26th, 2026 - 6:00pm Closes Thursday, December 31st, 2026 - 9:00pm Mountain Country Christmas in Lights 2026, is a holiday treat for the entire family! The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds will transform into a spectacular, magical holiday walk through light show immersed in Christmas music, arts and crafts, food, fun, entertainment, photo opportunities, train rides, and visit with the Grinch, Mrs. Claus, and Santa! Detailed Hours: Event runs 6pm - 9pm Thursday, Friday, & Saturday from November 26th - December 12th. Open EVERY night from December 17th - 24th*! (closed Christmas Day) December 26th - 31st* will be drive thru only. Thursday, December 3rd - 6pm - 9pm - Towns County Residents Night Tuesday, December 8th - 5:30pm - 8:30pm - Nursing Home Drive Thru Wednesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve - Special Drive Thru ($25 cash only)
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical, by Jahnna Beecham and Malcom Hillgartner, is a hilarious and heartwarming holiday show for the whole family, and is directed by Lee Dittman and Bethany Jones. When the unruly Herdman kids — known as “the worst kids in the world” — show up at church and demand roles in the annual Christmas pageant, the town braces for disaster. But as rehearsals unfold, the true meaning of Christmas comes to life in the most unexpected and joyful way. Filled with catchy songs, laugh-out-loud moments, and a message of kindness and compassion, this musical adaptation of Barbara Robinson’s beloved book is a festive treat that will delight audiences of all ages. The musical premiered in 2016 at Alabama Shakespeare Festival to rave reviews and has since been embraced by theaters across the country, and has become a popular holiday staple for its humor, heart, and family-friendly spirit!
Join Blue Ridge Scenic Railway for a festive 1-hour train ride on the Holiday Express Experience. During your ride, you will get to listen to holiday music and "The Night Before Christmas" story. Children will receive a Blue Ridge Scenic Railway jingle bell, a candy cane, and a chance to see Santa Claus. Delicious hot chocolate and other snacks are available for purchase inside the concession car. This is one of the Train's most popular holiday events, so reserving tickets ahead of time is highly recommended.
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations... and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. Rated G December 4-6, 10-13, 17-20, 2026 Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm Two hours and thirty minutes Adults $35, Students & Children $15 Military and Group Discounts Available No Refunds or Exchanges
Experience the charm of a Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm State Historic Site, featuring horse-drawn wagon rides, traditional Christmas decorations, and homemade sorghum Christmas cookies. Join us on Friday and Saturday nights, December 4h and 5th, 11th and 12th, and 18th and 19th, from 4 PM to 7 PM, for a festive journey back to Christmas in 1877. Visitors will feel as though they have stepped into a Christmas party hosted by the home’s first owners, the Nichols family, at “West-End,” the original name for Hardman Farm due to its location at the west end of the Nacoochee Valley. Reenactors dressed in period attire portray Captain Nichols, his wife Kate, their daughter Anna Ruby (after whom Anna Ruby Falls, located just north of Helen, is named), mother-in-law Augusta Latimer, and a host of friends celebrating the occasion. Guests can explore the mansion and interact with the reenactors, who will share insights about various Victorian Christmas traditions. Local musicians will fill the mansion with festive music each evening. The enticing aroma of freshly baked cookies draws visitors from the mansion to the historic kitchen located just off the back of the house. Bakers will prepare batches of homemade sorghum ginger cookies each night, using sorghum that is grown, pressed, and bottled right at Hardman Farm—a true holiday treat! Santa will be waiting to greet guests in the farm’s carriage house, just a few yards from the kitchen. Visitors can also enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride down the historic Unicoi Turnpike, which was once part of a Native American trading route. Gather around the fire pit for s’mores or visit the visitors’ center to shop for holiday gifts. Join us for a Victorian Christmas and create unforgettable holiday memories!
Ornament decorating, Photos with Santa, Letter to Santa Station, Christmas Music Bingo, Holiday Sweater Contest, Family Gingerbread House decorating and more! Free Hot Chocolate throughout the event!