Acworth Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Acworth and surrounding areas
Acworth offers a festive season filled with things to do near downtown Lake Acworth and Main Street, where Christmas markets and neighborhood lights create a cozy atmosphere. Be sure to catch Santa's Arrival in Acworth and the Light Up Main Golf Cart Parade as locals celebrate with bright lights and seasonal activities. Between winter festivals, Santa visits and cheerful performances, Acworth’s holiday attractions provide family-friendly entertainment and plenty of markets to explore during the Christmas season.
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Christmas Lights
30 eventsAnnual Christmas Jubilee and Parade of Lights
Christmas Markets
13 events5th annual Christmas festival with ice skating and Santa visits
Christmas Shows
12 eventsReimagined, larger-than-life production with live orchestra.
Christmas Activities
38 eventsIntricate model train displays in a botanical garden setting
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Christmas at The Mill Festival
(Canton)
5th annual Christmas festival with ice skating and Santa visits
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Atlanta Peach Drop New Year's Eve Celebration
(Atlanta)
Iconic Peach Drop celebration
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Holidays at Georgia Aquarium
(Atlanta)
Scuba Claus dives with whale sharks and manta rays.
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New Year's Eve Rooftop Party at Virtue Rooftop
(Atlanta)
Rooftop New Year's Eve party with city views
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Holiday Model Trains
(Atlanta)
Intricate model train displays in a botanical garden setting
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Life University Lights of Life
(Marietta)
Over a million sparkling lights on a university campus.
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Christmas Parties Near Acworth
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Acworth Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include Santa’s Arrival in early December and Christmas in Acworth at Depot Park, featuring live performances, horse and carriage rides, and family activities that celebrate the holiday season.
Acworth’s unique traditions include the Christmas in July event where Santa visits Depot Park, and the community’s emphasis on horse and carriage rides through Historic Downtown during the holiday season.
Historic Downtown Acworth is a prime spot for festive lights, along with several nearby residential neighborhoods known for their elaborate holiday displays and welcoming atmosphere for visitors.
Christmas markets and local artisan vendors can be found at community events in and near Acworth, often hosted in parks, community centers, and during special holiday festivals throughout December.
Free or budget-friendly options include visiting neighborhood light displays, attending community events like Christmas in Acworth, and enjoying free horse and carriage rides offered during holiday celebrations downtown.
Family-friendly picks include visiting Santa at Depot Park, enjoying horse and carriage rides, and exploring walkable light displays in Historic Downtown Acworth, all of which offer festive fun suitable for children of all ages.