[ December 11, 2025 ] Looking for family-friendly holiday fun in the North Georgia mountains?

Pickens County has a full weekend lineup of Christmas lights, Santa visits, live shows, and local events perfect for making memories. From magical evenings at 'A Robbins Family Christmas Light Display & Maze' to festive strolls, trivia, and live performances, every corner of Pickens is glowing with seasonal cheer. Explore all the exciting things to do this weekend in Jasper, Talking Rock, and beyond!

THIS WEEKEND'S HIGHLIGHTS by VISIT PICKENS

Weekend Spotlight: The Grand Finale
This is your final chance to see the Tater Patch Players' enchanting holiday show, "A Little Christmas Spirit"! This heartwarming performance closes its run with showings on Friday and Saturday at 7:30 PM, and matinees on Saturday and Sunday at 2 PM. Don't miss this beloved community tradition before it's gone!

Thursday, December 11: Cozy Start
Kick off your weekend with a holiday tradition in Talking Rock! Christmas Lights & More at Blackwater Station opens at 5:30 PM, offering a magical experience with twinkling lights, the Grinch, and Santa appearances (Entry fee required). Later, head to Rocco's Pub for Poker Night.

Friday, December 12
Friday night is packed! Start your evening at Lee Newton Park for the Snowman Stroll. For a sophisticated night out, reserve a spot for the ticketed "Parisian Holiday Dinner Party" at Woodbridge General Store or the Christmas Twilight Dinner Music Tour at The Tate House. Head to the Jeepfest location off Hwy. 53 East for 'A Robbins Family Christmas Light Display & Maze'.

Saturday, December 13: Music, Santa, & Shows
Saturday offers a full day of events!!

Afternoon Music: Head to Talking Rock Brewery at 4 PM for Live Music by Rusted Melody! It's the perfect stop for a refreshing break between holiday activities.

Santa & Shopping: Find Pictures with Santa at Kaleidoscope Trading Company, and check out the Seasons Greetings event at JC's Meat Market.

Other Music: Enjoy live performances across the county, including Jorge Valenzuela, Alyce & Marco, and Shani Palmer at local wineries.

Sunday, December 14,
Sunday is the final day for the Tater Patch Players' holiday run, with a 2 PM matinee of "A Little Christmas Spirit." You can also enjoy a variety of live music performances across the county, including Jake Douglas and Lauren Jordan.

For a complete look at all of the weekend's events and details, check out Visit Pickens.