Cartersville Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Cartersville and surrounding areas
Cartersville comes alive for Christmas 2025 near downtown and Pettit Creek Farms with festive events and Christmas markets that showcase local makers and seasonal foods. Enjoy A Country Christmas at Pettit Creek Farms and the Cartersville Exchange Club Christmas Parade for neighborhood charm and family activities. Find things to do from holiday concerts to winter tours, with festive events and parades that light up Main Street and community parks under twinkling lights this season.
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Christmas Lights
25 eventsMile-long drive-through Christmas light display
Christmas Shows
15 eventsReimagined, larger-than-life production with live orchestra.
Christmas Markets
14 events5th annual Christmas festival with ice skating and Santa visits
Christmas Activities
41 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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A Country Christmas at Pettit Creek Farms
Mile-long drive-through Christmas light display
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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 Cartersville
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Cartersville.
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Cartersville Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the light display at Pettit Creek Farms, downtown holiday markets, and community tree-lighting ceremonies. These draw visitors from across the region for festive fun.
Cartersville is known for its drive-through light displays at Pettit Creek Farms, complete with Santa’s cottage and live reindeer—a local favorite for families. The city also hosts tree and wreath auctions, adding a unique twist to holiday celebrations.
While Pettit Creek Farms is the main attraction, several residential neighborhoods throughout Cartersville decorate with festive lights—exploring these areas by car or on foot is a great way to discover local holiday spirit.
Downtown Cartersville and local community centers typically host holiday markets featuring local artisans, crafters, and food vendors. These are the best spots to find unique gifts and support local makers.
Free activities include neighborhood light displays, downtown window shopping, and community events like tree lightings. Pettit Creek Farms offers affordable drive-through options, and many markets are free to enter.
Families will enjoy Pettit Creek Farms for its lights, Santa visits, and petting zoo, as well as downtown markets with crafts and treats. Many events offer activities designed especially for children.