Experience the holidays in Braselton, where small-town charm shines bright. Enjoy festive lights, local shops, seasonal flavors and holiday traditions that make it all feel magical.
Seasonal Festivities
Celebrate the magic of the holidays in the charming Town of Braselton November 20 at the Lighting of the Tree Ceremony and November 21 at the enchanting “Celebrate the Holidays” parade, festival and marketplace. Visitors can enjoy beautifully decorated floats, live entertainment and the warmth of community as the town sparkles with holiday spirit. Explore local crafts and cuisine and create cherished memories with family and friends in this picturesque setting—a celebration not to be missed!
Santa makes his appearance in Braselton several times in November and December. He’ll be at the parade on November 21, and you can even visit his reindeer at the Town Green during the festival. He also makes his appearance at the Braselton Civic Center for Brunch with Santa on November 28. Chateau Elan Winery & Resort hosts Breakfast with Santa Buffet on several Sundays in December and even a children’s cooking class, Cookies with Santa, on select Saturdays in December. He’ll also be making a special appearance at Countryside Antiques’ annual Christmas at Countryside on Saturday, December 12.
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Don’t miss your chance to embark on a holiday shopping adventure.
- On December 3, shoppers on the Cravin’ Bacon Walk discover Historic Downtown Braselton and delicious bacon bites along the way.
- October to December, the Braselton Farmers Markets and several community holiday festivals include vendor marketplaces for area artists and artisanal products.
- Historic Downtown Braselton, Chateau Elan Winery & Resort, Mulberry Walk and Braselton West are home to locally owned boutiques with unique gifts for everyone on your list.
- Buy Local Braselton eGift cards are great stocking suffers for local family and workplace secret santas where every dollar spent goes back to our community businesses.
Holiday Highlights
During the holiday season, Downtown Braselton shines with festive decorations by day and thousands of white lights by night, while Chateau Elan takes on its own kind of magic. Marvel at sparkling Christmas trees crafted from hundreds of wine bottles, indulge in exquisite wine tastings and savor festive cocktails by the fire.
The Braselton Trolley is a unique, festive way to experience all of Braselton’s holiday highlights. For a truly memorable ride with your merry crew, book a private rental. And don’t forget to stop by our welcome center, The Mill, where locally made gifts and keepsake provide the perfect piece of Braselton to take home.
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