Thanksgiving Traditions and Events in North Georgia
There is truly no better place to be during the Thanksgiving holiday than North Georgia! From community Thanksgiving dinners and turkey shoots to Black Friday shopping, and even tree lighting celebrations in our small mountain communities – North Georgia is an amazing place to spend Thanksgiving.
Here are some of the popular holiday events and festivities in the towns, cities, and communities in the area. Make plans to enjoy these festivities to make the most of the Thanksgiving holiday season in North Georgia!
Thanksgiving Holiday Festivities in North Georgia
Dahlonega Turkey Trot and Fun Run – The Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5k and Fun Run will take place once again in Dahlonega this year. Enjoy a morning run or walk through town and work up your appetite for the big meal of the day! Proceeds of this race will benefit Lumpkin Family Connection.
Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner at the Smith House – Visit the Smith House for a delicious, traditional Thanksgiving dinner in Dahlonega with all the fixings. From roasted turkey and homemade cranberry sauce to mashed potatoes, baked macaroni and cheese, and delicious homemade desserts, the Smith House is the place to be for a traditional holiday dinner the whole family will enjoy.
Gainesville Thanksgiving Farmer’s Market – Support your local farmers by stopping by the Gainesville Farmer’s Market on Friday, November 22 from 2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at the Historic Downtown Square. Gather everything you need for all of your fixin’s for Thanksgiving dinner from your local farmers for a holiday meal your family will love.
See a Holiday Play – Get the holiday season started off right by enjoying a local production of “It’s a Wonderful Life” at the Blue Ridge Community Theater in Blue Ridge GA this Thanksgiving weekend. Fun for the whole family!
North Georgia Zoo – The North Georgia Zoo in Cleveland, GA has a variety of fun festivities for the entire family during Thanksgiving week in North Georgia. From the Holiday Celebration and Live Nativity to hayrides, kids’ activities, Christmas music, and more! There is plenty of family fun at the North Georgia Zoo.
Black Friday Shopping – From the North Georgia Outlet Malls and the quaint local shops in downtown Dahlonega, to the stores on the square in Dawsonville and the eclectic opportunities for shopping in Blue Ridge, make the most of your Black Friday Shopping experience Thanksgiving week in North Georgia.
Southern Select Properties Wishes You a Wonderful Thanksgiving
If you spend time in North Georgia (especially during the holidays) you are certain to fall in love with our friendly people, thriving communities, and small-town values. Whether you want to call North Georgia home or just want a vacation home in the mountains to escape to, the team at Southern Select Properties in Dawsonville, GA can help. Contact us for all of your Georgia real estate needs.
We would like to wish you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with everything that makes your heart full.
