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Lighting of the Historic Square

On Friday, Nov. 28th, the magic and charm of Christmas in Dahlonega begins with live holiday music from the Visitor Center balcony. The Lighting of the Historic Square and Tree will occur at 6:00pm!
Lights and decorations remain thru January 6th

Expect traffic delays – Road closures and detours begin at 3:30pm. Roads reopen at 7:30pm.

If severe weather is a possibility, start time updates will be posted on this website home page.

Ellie Trammell

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