On Friday December 25th, the Milledgeville community will continue embracing a tradition that began in 2020. To recognize the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, the Menorah Lighting will take place at 6pm on West Hancock Street in front of The Local Yolkal Cafe. Anyone is welcome to attend. Rabbi Aaron Rubinstein from Congregation Sha’arey Israel and Rabbi Elizabeth Bahar from Temple Beth Israel in Macon will lead the group in prayer and song.

For more information about the event contact Jack Krapf at 478.696.2594.

Santa Claus is coming to Buffington's on Saturday, December 23rd from 6-8pm!

This is a FREE, fun-filled event that's perfect for the whole family. Don't miss this special opportunity to meet the big man himself!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Experience the festive holiday cheer at Georgia’s Old Governor's Mansion this Christmas. Holiday decorations reflect the time period, 1851-1853, when Governor Howell Cobb and his family occupied the beautiful home.

Tour the Mansion by candlelight for a unique experience and follow the sound of angelic voices to the hidden rotunda inside the house where musicians are gathered around the 30-foot Christmas tree on December 7th and 21st!

The Mansion will be fully decorated for the holidays and open for tours from Saturday, November 16th to Monday, December 23rd. The Mansion is closed on Mondays (except for December 23rd) and will be closed for Thanksgiving Sunday, November 24th to Monday, December 2nd.

Price: $10 per person, $7 seniors & pre-booked tours, $2 students

Lockerly in Lights will open on November 14 and will run every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night until December 21.

Thursday nights are drive through only, 6pm – 9pm.  Tickets $15 per car, cash only.  Advance tickets are not available for drive through nights.

Friday and Saturday nights are walk through only and advance tickets are required.  No exceptions.  Tickets can be purchased for 6:00pm, 7:00pm or 8:00pm entrance time.  Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children aged 3-12 , 2 and under are free. 

No Refunds. No Exchanges. No exceptions.

Lockerly in Lights will open on November 14 and will run every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night until December 21.

Thursday nights are drive through only, 6pm – 9pm.  Tickets $15 per car, cash only.  Advance tickets are not available for drive through nights.

Friday and Saturday nights are walk through only and advance tickets are required.  No exceptions.  Tickets can be purchased for 6:00pm, 7:00pm or 8:00pm entrance time.  Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children aged 3-12 , 2 and under are free. 

No Refunds. No Exchanges. No exceptions.

Lockerly in Lights will open on November 14 and will run every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night until December 21.

Thursday nights are drive through only, 6pm – 9pm.  Tickets $15 per car, cash only.  Advance tickets are not available for drive through nights.

Friday and Saturday nights are walk through only and advance tickets are required.  No exceptions.  Tickets can be purchased for 6:00pm, 7:00pm or 8:00pm entrance time.  Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children aged 3-12 , 2 and under are free. 

No Refunds. No Exchanges. No exceptions.

Join this holiday fun run through the holiday lights at Lockerly Arboretum! Run or walk at your own pace with no pressure.

$15 / person

Please bring a non-perishable item to be donated to the Chard Wray Food Pantry

For more information, contact (478) 452-2112

Georgia College's annual holiday dance extravaganza returns for its 28th year! Celebrate this festive tradition featuring dancers of all ages from the community dance and dance minor programs. Directed by Natalie King.

Shows will be held on December 13th and 14th at 7pm and December 15th at 2pm.

Georgia College's annual holiday dance extravaganza returns for its 28th year! Celebrate this festive tradition featuring dancers of all ages from the community dance and dance minor programs. Directed by Natalie King.

Shows will be held on December 13th and 14th at 7pm and December 15th at 2pm

Lockerly in Lights will open on November 14 and will run every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night until December 21.

Thursday nights are drive through only, 6pm – 9pm.  Tickets $15 per car, cash only.  Advance tickets are not available for drive through nights.

Friday and Saturday nights are walk through only and advance tickets are required.  No exceptions.  Tickets can be purchased for 6:00pm, 7:00pm or 8:00pm entrance time.  Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children aged 3-12 , 2 and under are free. 

No Refunds. No Exchanges. No exceptions.

Explore Greene County’s Rich History at the Upcoming Historical Tour

The Greene County Historical Society invites you to explore the rich history of Greene County through the Historical Tour. This unique event features over 20 stops at historic homes, churches, and other significant sites in Greensboro, Siloam, White Plains, Liberty, and Union Point, providing an exclusive opportunity to step back in time and appreciate the architectural beauty and cultural heritage that shaped our community.

Highlights include the charming Wildwood in Liberty, home of Angela and Scott Deering. Nestled in the woods and completed in 2005, this stone cottage incorporates elements from the 1870s Smith-Strickland house and other antique features from Siloam, White Plains, Penfield, and beyond, creating an ambiance that transports visitors to the past.

The tour also features the stunning Davis House in Downtown Greensboro. Built in 1874 by merchant and banker Charles A. Davis, this Italianate-style home includes an intact ironing house, tack barn, and root cellar. Crafted from handmade brick, it features unique architectural details such as bracketed eaves and terra cotta window accents. Inside, you'll find Atlanta-crafted woodwork, an octagonal library with black walnut shelving, and marble-top washstands with hot and cold water in each bedroom.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply looking for an enriching way to spend the day, the Historical Tour offers a fascinating glimpse into Greene County’s heritage.

Tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased by clicking the button below.

All proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Greene County Historical Society, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Greene County’s rich history for future generations.

“This event is a wonderful way to support the preservation of our local history while experiencing the charm and character of Greene County’s architectural landmarks,” said LaVerne Ogletree, President of the Historical Society. “We are thrilled to share this event withthe community and visitors alike.”

Georgia College's annual holiday dance extravaganza returns for its 28th year! Celebrate this festive tradition featuring dancers of all ages from the community dance and dance minor programs. Directed by Natalie King.

Shows will be held on December 13th and 14th at 7pm and December 15th at 2pm

Lockerly in Lights will open on November 14 and will run every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night until December 21.

Thursday nights are drive through only, 6pm – 9pm.  Tickets $15 per car, cash only.  Advance tickets are not available for drive through nights.

Friday and Saturday nights are walk through only and advance tickets are required.  No exceptions.  Tickets can be purchased for 6:00pm, 7:00pm or 8:00pm entrance time.  Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children aged 3-12 , 2 and under are free. 

No Refunds. No Exchanges. No exceptions.

Take a step back in time and discover holiday traditions passed down from our city's earliest families as Georgia's Old Governor's Mansion is transformed with 19th-century era Holiday decor. The Mansion will be fully decorated for the holidays and open for tours November 16th- 23rd and December 3rd - December 23rd, 2024.

Join an evening tour of the Mansion with candles lit and choirs singing in the rotunda. Candlelight tours are at 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., and 8:00 p.m. on December 7th and 21st, 2024. Normal admission rates apply and reservations are required for the candlelight tours.

Photos with Santa will be Friday, December 13th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Reservations are required. 

Price: $10 per person, $7 seniors & pre-booked tours, $2 students

For more info, please contact (478) 445-4545.

Lockerly in Lights will open on November 14 and will run every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night until December 21.

Thursday nights are drive through only, 6pm – 9pm.  Tickets $15 per car, cash only.  Advance tickets are not available for drive through nights.

Friday and Saturday nights are walk through only and advance tickets are required.  No exceptions.  Tickets can be purchased for 6:00pm, 7:00pm or 8:00pm entrance time.  Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children aged 3-12 , 2 and under are free. 

No Refunds. No Exchanges. No exceptions.

Take a magical ride on the Milly Trolley Express when you purchase a golden ticket. You will be greeted by the trolley conductor who will take you on a journey to the North Pole! Board the trolley & listen to Liam Neeson’s reading of The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg and interact with characters from the movie. 

Rides will take place December 2nd - 4th and 9th - 11th at 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:00 PM, and 7:30 PM each evening.  Tickets go on sale November 12th. 

Call for Ticket Information: (478) 414-4014

Join the team at Northridge Christian Church for their 71st annual Live Nativity on Monday, December 9 & Tuesday, December 10 from 6-8 PM.

Everyone in the community is invited to this FREE event! Attendees can enjoy this outside Nativity story by driving through or parking to experience live animals, family activities, hot chocolate, and delicious refreshments.

Take a magical ride on the Milly Trolley Express when you purchase a golden ticket. You will be greeted by the trolley conductor who will take you on a journey to the North Pole! Board the trolley & listen to Liam Neeson’s reading of The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg and interact with characters from the movie. 

Rides will take place December 2nd - 4th and 9th - 11th at 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:00 PM, and 7:30 PM each evening.  Tickets go on sale November 12th. 

Call for Ticket Information: (478) 414-4014

Join the team at Northridge Christian Church for their 71st annual Live Nativity on Monday, December 9 & Tuesday, December 10 from 6-8 PM.

Everyone in the community is invited to this FREE event! Attendees can enjoy this outside Nativity story by driving through or parking to experience live animals, family activities, hot chocolate, and delicious refreshments.

Take a magical ride on the Milly Trolley Express when you purchase a golden ticket. You will be greeted by the trolley conductor who will take you on a journey to the North Pole! Board the trolley & listen to Liam Neeson’s reading of The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg and interact with characters from the movie. 

Rides will take place December 2nd - 4th and 9th - 11th at 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:00 PM, and 7:30 PM each evening.  Tickets go on sale November 12th. 

Call for Ticket Information: (478) 414-4014

Donate $5 or more and get your pet's photo taken with Santa Paws, make a stamped paw print ornament & more surprises!

All donations go towards our Broadway Intensive Summer Program with The Arts Barn. This is the program that produced "Working The Musical," "Seussical," "Godspell" and "Once Upon A Mattress!

Don’t miss Santa at the annual Milledgeville Christmas Parade. The parade starts at 3:00 p.m. through the streets of Downtown Milledgeville beginning at the South Gate of Georgia Military College to Elbert Street and down West Hancock before turning south toward Piggly Wiggly. Presented by the Milledgeville Exchange Club.

The First Presbyterian Church of Milledgeville invites everyone to attend a combined service with The Bridge UMC on Sunday, December 8, at 11:00 AM. The event will feature a Christmas Pageant performed by the youth. Following the worship service, there will be a chili cook-off, and participants are encouraged to bring their favorite chili for all to enjoy.

Main Street Milledgeville is thrilled to present its much-anticipated annual Merry Milly Market holiday extravaganza, a festive celebration to kick off the joyful season! Attendees are in for a treat as Communitowhee makes its dazzling appearance, bringing an array of delightful offerings, all neatly packaged in charming Ball Jars. Their holiday inventory, perfectly suited for thoughtful gift-giving, boasts an exquisite selection of fresh, farm-made jams, irresistible candies, aromatic spices, and the heartwarming delight of HOT PEAR CIDER.

In addition to these delectable treats, this year promises something extra special. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a brand-new selection of elegantly hand-crafted greeting cards and captivating framed photography, ideal for adding a personal touch to holiday wishes or enhancing home decor.

Join in the merriment and immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of the season this Sunday, December 8th, from 10 AM to 3 PM, set against the picturesque backdrop of the Deep Roots Mural parking lot in downtown Milledgeville. Whether you're seeking the perfect gift or simply eager to soak in the holiday festivities, the Merry Milly Market promises an unforgettable experience for all!

Lockerly in Lights will open on November 14 and will run every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night until December 21.

Thursday nights are drive through only, 6pm – 9pm.  Tickets $15 per car, cash only.  Advance tickets are not available for drive through nights.

Friday and Saturday nights are walk through only and advance tickets are required.  No exceptions.  Tickets can be purchased for 6:00pm, 7:00pm or 8:00pm entrance time.  Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children aged 3-12 , 2 and under are free. 

No Refunds. No Exchanges. No exceptions.

Experience the festive holiday cheer at Georgia’s Old Governor's Mansion this Christmas. Holiday decorations reflect the time period, 1851-1853, when Governor Howell Cobb and his family occupied the beautiful home.

Tour the Mansion by candlelight for a unique experience and follow the sound of angelic voices to the hidden rotunda inside the house where musicians are gathered around the 30-foot Christmas tree on December 7th and 21st!

The Mansion will be fully decorated for the holidays and open for tours from Saturday, November 16th to Monday, December 23rd. The Mansion is closed on Mondays (except for December 23rd) and will be closed for Thanksgiving Sunday, November 24th to Monday, December 2nd.

Price: $10 per person, $7 seniors & pre-booked tours, $2 students

Courson’s Winery is delighted to host the enchanting Mistletoe Market, a festive afternoon brimming with holiday cheer and unique finds. Scheduled for Saturday, December 7th, from 3 PM to 6 PM, this event promises a delightful experience for all who venture to 2623 GA Highway 22 in Sparta, Georgia.

Visitors will be spoiled for choice with a wonderful array of offerings: from the scrumptious baked goods of Ormsby Farms LLC to the delectable fresh local sausage, bacon, pork, and goat provided by The Way Farm. J Tribe Creations will showcase an exquisite collection of stained glass and handmade local jewelry, while Mix In The Stix Farm LLC will tempt taste buds with delicious eggs and quiche, complemented by their lovely holiday candles.

For those with an eye for art, Wild Prism Art presents mesmerizing sun catchers and abstract creations, and Noel's Nook offers finely crafted woodworking, including tables from local lumber and charming yard art. Beau's Bees will sweeten the day with their irresistible raw local honey, while Kassie's Kreations adds a touch of whimsy with their adorable earrings.

Visitors can indulge in the luxurious homemade soaps from Rocking A Farm, LLC, and appreciate the endearing artwork displayed by The Life Enrichment Center. This is the perfect opportunity to complete Christmas shopping with distinctive and locally made gifts.

Adding to the merriment, guests can enjoy free wine tastings and take advantage of a 10% discount on wine purchases. With so much more to discover, the Mistletoe Market at Courson’s Winery is the ideal festive outing to immerse oneself in the holiday spirit!