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December 5: Music Student Recital at NGC&SU 12:30 pm
North Georgia College & State University music students present a wide variety of music in their end-of-the-semester recital in the Gloria Shott Performance Hall.
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December 6-7: Merchants Open House Weekend until 8:00 pm -
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December 6-7: Vickery House Holiday Tour 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -
24th Annual Holiday Tour of this beautiful pre-Civil War era home. Located on West Main Street across from North Georgia College and State University. Donations accepted.
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December 6: Dahlonega by Candlelight! 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm -
Luminaries around the historic square, a beautiful holiday treat presented by the Kiwanis of Lumpkin County and the Lumpkin County High School Key Club.
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December 6: Gallery Walk in the Historic District 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm -
Spend the evening strolling through the galleries of Dahlonega by candlelight. During this special evening, luminaries will light up the historic Square at dusk. Tour our local galleries featuring area artists at work. Great art, refreshments and a special evening await you. Hosted by ArtCart, Crimson Moon, Folkways Craft Gallery, Gold Rush Gallery and Hummingbird Lane.
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December 6-7: Ye Olde Yuletyde Feaste 2002 at 7:00 pm -
NGC&SU Hoag Student Center, Dr. Lee Barrow directs this colorful evening of revelry, feasting and entertainment in the style of a 16th-century English Christmas madrigal dinner. Advance tickets required.
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December 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21 and 2: Meet Me in St. Louis -
The charming family musical made popular by the movie of the same name staring Judy Garland. Features "The Trolly Song", "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas", "The Boy Next Door" and the title song "Meet Me in St. Louis". December 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21 at 8:00 pm at the Holly Theatre on West Main Street, with Sunday Matinees at 2:00 pm on December 8, 15 and 22. Call 706-864-3759 for advance ticket reservations. For more information call 706-864-3759 or visit www.hollytheater.com.
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December 7: Folkways Craft Gallery Open House -
Shop for the holidays with choices of folk art, pottery, photography, jewelry, jams, jellies, etc., all made in the Appalachian Mountain region.
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December 7: Breakfast with Santa at R-Ranch 9:00 am to Noon -
All kids are welcome to a continental breakfast, make fun crafts, enjoy a pony ride and of course a visit with Santa. Come and enjoy all the fun and decorations at R-Ranch in the Mountains, 706-864-6444.
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December 7, 14: A Little Women Christmas at The Historic Worley B&B Inn -
(Vignettes between 2:00 pm & 5:00 pm) Tour the 2nd oldest home in Dahlonega and see scheduled appearances of Marmee, Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy as they bring the home and book to life in grand fashion. $6.00 per person. For times and ticket information call 706-864-3711.
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December 7: Handbell Choir 4:00 pm -
A thirty-minute concert presented by the Dahlonega Baptist Church, near the sleigh at the Welcome Center.
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December 7: Old Fashioned Christmas Parade 5:00 pm -
Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus arrive in Dahlonega! Visit with them until 8:00 pm in front of the Welcome Center.
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December 7: Gold City Classic Car Club's Cruise In 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm -
The first Saturday night of each month, weather permitting. Come display your Classic Car on the Square! Prizes presented. Family oriented. For information call 706-864-3700.
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December 7: Presentation Ceremony 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm -
Illumination of the Public Square and Tree Lighting 7:00 pm. Officially begin the holiday season as thousands of lights illuminate Dahlonega.
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December 7: Dahlonega Mountain Music & Medicine Show 6:45 pm to 9:00 pm -
The Folkways Center presents a live two-hour variety show featuring music, singing, story telling and folklore of the Georgia Mountains. This show is broadcast live on 104.3 FM. Call 706-867-6710 for tickets.
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December 7: The Dahlonega Baptist Church Adult Choir 7:00 pm -
Performing on side entrance area of the Gold Museum.
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December 8: Open House at the 1836 Courthouse/Gold Museum 10:00 am to 5:00 pm -
Celebrate Dahlonega's heritage when you visit this historic landmark. Tour the gold museum, and in addition, enjoy an antique toy and doll display. Free Admission. Sponsored by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
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December 8: Vickery House Holiday Tour Noon to 5:00 pm -
24th Annual Holiday Tour of this beautiful pre-Civil War era home. Located on West Main Street across from North Georgia College and State University. Donations accepted.
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December 8: Sleigh Bell Tour of Bed & Breakfast Inns 1:00 to 5:00 pm -
A Sunday afternoon self-guided tour of local inns and some private historic homes, each richly decorated for the holidays. Refreshments and appetizers served. Admission is $12.50. Sponsored by the Dahlonega B&B Inns Association and the Dahlonega Woman's Club. For information call 706-864-6848 or 706-864-3711.
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December 8, 14, 15, 21, 22: Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on the square, in front of the Welcome Center.
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December 9: Music Student Recital at NGC&SU 7:30 pm -
North Georgia College & State University music students present a wide variety of music in their end-of-the-semester recital in the Gloria Shott Performance Hall.
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December 10: Fireside Evening at the Library 7:00 pm -
Children and their stuffed animals are invited to a special Holiday Bedtime Story Hour. Call 864-3668 for more information.
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December 10: Folkways Center Workshops -
Learn to make toys, decorations, gifts and more! Dates and times to be announced. Please call 706-867-6710 for more information.
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December 14: Storytelling with Patty Truckle Noon to 1:00 pm -
Enjoy a wonderful hour around the sleigh at the Welcome Center before the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus for the afternoon.
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December 14: Old Fashioned Square Dance at the Folkways Center 7:00 pm -
Join in the family fun! You don't have to know how to dance, just bring your dancing shoes and join in. You can't make a mistake as long as you are having fun! Live band and caller. $5 per person. $15 family maximum. Call 706-867-6710 for time and more information.
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December 14, 15: "Infant Holly, Infant Lowly" 7:00 pm -
Dahlonega Baptist Church Choir and Drama Presentation, at the church.
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December 17: Fireside Evening at the Library 7:00 pm -
Enjoy an evening of holiday fun and music for the entire family!
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December 25: MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
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January 1: HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
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Our Old Fashioned Christmas in Dahlonega is in
full swing! The Historic Town Square is decorated and will soon be aglow with
thousands of lights! We'll be kicking of our celebration beginning December 6,
with luminaries surrounding the square, a merchant's open house, the official
Lighting of the Historic Square and much, much more! Scroll down to "Area Attractions
and Happenings" or visit 
We have both "romantic" and family
sized cabins available for the week of Christmas and on into New Years!
Come spend this special time of year in a special place and enjoy all of the
enchantment, events and unique atmosphere of a small mountain town during the
holidays! Give us a call at 706-864-7221 for more information, or visit our Web
site at 
Area Attractions & Happenings