Mcdonough Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Mcdonough and surrounding areas
McDonough welcomes the holiday season with proud Holiday lights lining Main Street and a calendar full of Christmas markets and seasonal activities that bring neighborhoods together. Christmas at the Ranch is a standout event, offering festive events, holiday attractions, and family-friendly markets near the historic town square. Whether you’re browsing local vendors, taking in light displays, or joining community parades and holiday activities, McDonough’s downtown has plenty of things to do for a joyful season.
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Christmas Lights
25 eventsScuba Claus dives with whale sharks and manta rays.
Christmas Markets
20 events9th annual Christmas celebration with Santa photos
Christmas Shows
14 eventsClassic holiday special brought to life on stage
Christmas Parties
5 eventsRooftop New Year's Eve party with city views
Christmas Activities
33 eventsIconic Peach Drop celebration
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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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A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage
(Atlanta)
Classic holiday special brought to life on stage
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Mcdonough Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Tree Lighting ceremony, the Christmas Parade, and the Merry Market on Main, all held in late November and early December on the McDonough Square.
McDonough’s unique traditions include the Christmasville Tinseltown free walkable light show and the early New Year’s Eve Celebration on the Square, which features family-friendly activities and a Geranium Drop at midnight.
Alexander Park West is known for its festive displays like Christmasville Tinseltown, and several local neighborhoods near McDonough offer charming holiday lights and neighborhood displays worth exploring.
The McDonough Square hosts the Merry Market on Main and other artisan markets, providing a central spot to find local makers, vendor stalls, and holiday shopping opportunities.
Free activities include visiting Christmasville Tinseltown, attending the Tree Lighting ceremony, and exploring neighborhood light displays. The Merry Market on Main also offers free entry for holiday shopping and entertainment.
Families can enjoy visits with Santa on the Square, the Christmas Parade, the walkable light show at Christmasville Tinseltown, and the early New Year’s Eve Celebration with kid-friendly activities.