Your ultimate holiday resource for Augusta is here! Explore our comprehensive guide for all the top festive events and activities. For those who know Augusta well and those just discovering it, our guide is the key to festive delights.
One highlight of the season is the Christmas Light Up Spectacular & Tree Lighting Event, where the community gathers to admire the dazzling lights and the beautifully adorned tree. The Augusta Christmas Parade offers a festive display of floats and holiday cheer, making it a favorite for families. And the Mistletoe Market is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring local artisans and unique gifts ideal for holiday shopping. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Augusta
- Christmas Light Up Spectacular & Tree Lighting Event
- Augusta Christmas Parade
- Mistletoe Market
- Evans on Ice (Evans)
- Holiday Market at the Marina
- Christmas in Hopelands Gardens (Aiken)
- Holiday Tours of the Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson
- The Augusta Players presents White Christmas
- Behold The Star
- North Augusta Tree Lighting (North Augusta)
See these and even more events listed below!
Augusta Holiday Light Displays
Christmas Light Up Spectacular & Tree Lighting Event
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday activities with local school student performances.
Description:
The Christmas Light Up Spectacular & Tree Lighting Event at Augusta Common features Santa and Mrs. Claus, a fireworks show, Christmas tree lighting, a train ride, and the WBBQ Kids Christmas Village with crafts and the Mayor's Christmas Card Contest. Entertainment is provided by Richmond County School Systems' elementary, middle, and high school students.
Where: Augusta | More Info: Christmas Light Up Spectacular & Tree Lighting Event
Christmas in Hopelands Gardens
What to Expect:
Spectacular holiday light display with festive treats.
Description:
Christmas in Hopelands Gardens features over 100,000 twinkling lights in a serene setting, complemented by complimentary hot chocolate, cider, and cookies.
Where: Aiken | More Info: Christmas in Hopelands Gardens
North Augusta Tree Lighting
What to Expect:
Twinkling lights and holiday cheer in downtown North Augusta.
Description:
Join us at Calhoun Park for the annual North Augusta Tree Lighting, featuring twinkling lights, holiday cheer, and plenty of hot cocoa.
Where: North Augusta | More Info: North Augusta Tree Lighting
Augusta Holiday Markets and Shopping
Mistletoe Market
What to Expect:
Local shopping with food and special events.
Description:
Mistletoe Market is a local shopping event featuring food, fashion, beauty, and home goods. It offers a variety of vendors and special events, including Ladies’ Night and brunch.
Where: Augusta | More Info: Mistletoe Market
Holiday Market at the Marina
What to Expect:
Live jazz performances and Santa visits.
Description:
The Holiday Market at the Marina features a wide variety of vendors selling health and beauty items, jewelry, gemstones, soaps, self-care products, wood items, food, small gifts, and wreaths. The event includes live jazz performances by Ms. Jo Nash and Friends, visits from Santa, and a playground for children. The market is held at 5th Street Marina in Augusta, Georgia.
Where: Augusta | More Info: Holiday Market at the Marina
Augusta Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Behold The Star
What to Expect:
Choral and cultural performance showcasing youth empowerment.
Description:
Creative Impressions' Behold The Star production is a choral and cultural event that empowers community youth through music theory, sight-singing, and performance techniques, fostering meaningful relationships and positive self-images.
Where: Augusta | More Info: Behold The Star
The Augusta Players presents White Christmas
What to Expect:
Classic Irving Berlin songs in a heartwarming holiday musical.
Description:
The Augusta Players present a heartwarming musical featuring 17 classic Irving Berlin songs, celebrating the timeless film White Christmas.
Where: Augusta | More Info: The Augusta Players presents White Christmas
Augusta Ballet presents The Nutcracker
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Description:
The Colton Ballet Company presents The Nutcracker, a classic holiday tale that has become a tradition in the CSRA. This timeless story brings together family and friends, showcasing the same grandeur that Ron Colton brought to Augusta in 1971.
Where: Augusta | More Info: Augusta Ballet presents The Nutcracker
Grovetown Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Live entertainment and festive activities.
Description:
The Grovetown Christmas Festival at Liberty Park features live entertainment, vendors, a train ride, Christmas tree lighting, and free photos with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Carol Elf.
Where: Grovetown | More Info: Grovetown Christmas Parade
Augusta Other Holiday Activities
Augusta Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Decorative floats and live music highlight the holiday season.
Description:
The Augusta Christmas Parade features decorative floats, live music, and a special appearance by Santa Claus, showcasing the holiday spirit in Downtown Augusta.
Where: Augusta | More Info: Augusta Christmas Parade
Evans on Ice
What to Expect:
Expansive outdoor ice-skating rink with s'mores pit and holiday lights.
Description:
Evans on Ice features an expansive outdoor ice-skating rink, including ice-skating lessons, private parties, a s'mores pit, and a magical lights display.
Where: Evans | More Info: Evans on Ice
Holiday Tours of the Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson
What to Expect:
Step into the historic home of a U.S. president.
Description:
Explore the Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson, a National Historic Landmark, to learn about his early life and experiences that shaped him into a future leader.
Where: Augusta | More Info: Holiday Tours of the Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson
Columbia County Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday celebration with competitive float categories.
Description:
The Columbia County Christmas Parade is a community event featuring decorative floats, local organizations, and festive activities. It includes trophies and prize money for the best overall and first and second place in four categories.
Where: Evans | More Info: Columbia County Christmas Parade
North Augusta Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Interactive parade with gaming-themed floats.
Description:
The North Augusta Lions Christmas Parade features a "Game Time" theme, bringing board games, video games, and sports to life on dazzling floats. Watch as beloved characters and thrilling challenges are showcased in a festive, interactive spectacle.
Where: North Augusta | More Info: North Augusta Christmas Parade
Grovetown Christmas Festival
What to Expect:
Live entertainment and Christmas tree lighting with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Description:
The Grovetown Christmas Festival at Liberty Park features live entertainment, vendors, a train ride, and a Christmas tree lighting, along with free photos with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Carol Elf.
Where: Grovetown | More Info: Grovetown Christmas Festival
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- North Augusta (2 miles)
- Martinez (7 miles)
- Evans (10 miles)
- Aiken (16 miles)