Happy Holidays!

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Gainesville, GA this holiday season!
Holidays in GVL
Lighting of the Chicken

The Boathouse

Introducing the City of Gainesville's
newest, premier lakeside event venue...
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Historic City Hall

Where historic charm and
modern sophistication collide...
Now Booking in Downtown Gainesville!
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Where To Go

Gainesville’s annual event season is full of fun events for the whole family!

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Upcoming Events

Save the date, or rather save the DATES, because Gainesville’s calendar is filled with exciting events. Join us for annual events such as the Chicken Festival, Jingle Mingle, Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival, First Fridays, Beach Bash, Food Truck Fridays and so much more!

November 23, 2024 Jingle Mingle 2024 – Downtown Gainesville
Join us November 23rd, 2024 at Jingle Mingle when we LIGHT IT UP, (the 25…
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November 27, 2024 Wilshire Wonderland of Lights – Gainesville Parks & Recreation
Come explore the Wilshire Wonderland of Lights all season long! Watch as Wilshire Trail transforms…
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November 30, 2024 Small Business Saturday – Downtown Gainesville
Shop Small in Downtown Gainesville, Georgia on Small Business Saturday! The Saturday after Thanksgiving, make…
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November 30, 2024 Holly Jolly Trolley – Downtown Gainesville
The City of Gainesville is giving the gift of a Holly Jolly Trolley to residents…
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December 1, 2024 Carriage Rides – Downtown Gainesville
Each Sunday in December from 5 – 10 pm, enjoy carriage rides around Downtown Gainesville,…
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December 8, 2024 Christmas on Green Street 2024 – Downtown Gainesville
Join the City of Gainesville on December 8th for our annual Christmas on Green Street…
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Shop Gainesville Merch & Support Downtown Gainesville! ✨🎄
Our exclusive Gainesville merch is available NOW at the Gainesville Welcome Center, located at 300 Henry Ward Way, and every purchase directly supports the Main Street Gainesville program!
Quantities are limited, so don’t miss your chance to grab these festive favorites before they make their debut at Jingle Mingle and the Lighting of the Chicken:
🤍 #GVLGA Shirt – $27
🟢 Green "Chicken Heart" Shirt – $20
🔵 Downtown Gainesville Shirt – $20
☕ Downtown Mug Bundle – $20
🧢 GVL Beanies – $10
❄️ Ornaments – 1 for $10 or 4 for $35
Stop by today to show your Gainesville, Georgia pride and support the organization that keeps your favorite holiday events alive! 🛍️
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#ShopLocal #SupportLocal #GVLGA #DowntownGainesville #JingleMingle2024 #HolidayShopping Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce
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Shop Gainesville Merch & Support Downtown Gainesville! ✨🎄
Our exclusive Gainesville merch is available NOW at the Gainesville Welcome Center, located at 300 Henry Ward Way, and every purchase directly supports the Main Street Gainesville program! 
Quantities are limited, so don’t miss your chance to grab these festive favorites before they make their debut at Jingle Mingle and the Lighting of the Chicken:
🤍 #GVLGA Shirt – $27
🟢 Green Chicken Heart Shirt – $20
🔵 Downtown Gainesville Shirt – $20
☕ Downtown Mug Bundle – $20
🧢 GVL Beanies – $10
❄️ Ornaments – 1 for $10 or 4 for $35
Stop by today to show your Gainesville, Georgia pride and support the organization that keeps your favorite holiday events alive! 🛍️
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#ShopLocal #SupportLocal #GVLGA #DowntownGainesville #JingleMingle2024 #HolidayShopping Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce
1 day ago

Planning on making the City of Gainesville, Georgia your home for the holiday season? Check out this deal from the Fairfield Inn & Suites and TownePlace Suites, both located on Browns Bridge Road! 🏨🎄
Use code "HO9" when booking online or call 1(888) 236-2427 and mention "Holiday Traditions" to get 15% of your standard booking!
Gainesville Lodging: www.exploregainesville.org/lodging/
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#gainesvillega #lakelanier #exploregainesville #downtowngainesvillega #exploregeorgia #northgeorgiamountains
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Planning on making the City of Gainesville, Georgia your home for the holiday season? Check out this deal from the Fairfield Inn & Suites and TownePlace Suites, both located on Browns Bridge Road! 🏨🎄
Use code HO9 when booking online or call 1(888) 236-2427 and mention Holiday Traditions to get 15% of your standard booking! 
Gainesville Lodging: www.exploregainesville.org/lodging/
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#gainesvillega #lakelanier #exploregainesville #downtowngainesvillega #exploregeorgia #northgeorgiamountains
2 days ago

We were thrilled to host Farm Fresh Ontario for an unforgettable tour of Gainesville-Hall County's thriving agritourism scene! This partnership showcased the incredible potential of farms as destinations for learning, connection, and growth—both locally and internationally. 🌎👩‍🌾
Special thank you to Cheryl Smith with Georgia Grown for her support of the Gainesville Convention and Visitors Bureau (Explore Gainesville) and agritourism efforts across Gainesville-Hall County! She is a wealth of knowledge and we are so honored that she was able to join us for this tour.
Read the full press release below and explore how Gainesville is making waves in agritourism!
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We were thrilled to host Farm Fresh Ontario for an unforgettable tour of Gainesville-Hall Countys thriving agritourism scene! This partnership showcased the incredible potential of farms as destinations for learning, connection, and growth—both locally and internationally. 🌎👩‍🌾
Special thank you to Cheryl Smith with Georgia Grown for her support of the Gainesville Convention and Visitors Bureau (Explore Gainesville) and agritourism efforts across Gainesville-Hall County! She is a wealth of knowledge and we are so honored that she was able to join us for this tour.
Read the full press release below and explore how Gainesville is making waves in agritourism!Image attachmentImage attachment+6Image attachment

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What an amazing time with an awesome group! Can't wait to see our Canadian friends again soon!

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