Downtown Lawrenceville is a festive place to be this holiday season, with a series of events that will appeal to all ages.

From the official lighting of the great tree on the courthouse square, to visits with Santa Claus, story hours, a Winter Wonderland, and caroling — there is a lot going on.

2024 seasonal & holiday events in Lawrenceville

As always, click thru the links for more details and to check for weather cancellations.

Lighting of the Great Tree

Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024
5:30 to 8 p.m..
Gwinnett Courthouse Lawn

The tradition continues as the Great Tree is lit on the lawn of the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse on Thanksgiving evening.
Santa will light the tree and then will receive visitors in his living room inside the Courthouse — bring your camera for DIY photos!
Visitors can enjoy self-guided tours of the beautifully decorated Courthouse.  Plus you’ll find kids’ activities, s’mores, live entertainment, gingerbread contest, and more!
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Festival of Trees

Nov. 28 to Dec. 23, 2024
Lawrenceville Arts Center

The lobbies of the Arts Center will be all decked out with a forest of beautifully decorated trees. Free to visit, but please consider bringing a donation of an unwrapped toy or nonperishable food item.
Daily hours vary, and you can check hours here.
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Winter Wonderland

Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024
2 to 6 p.m.
Crogan Plaza

Step into a winter wonderland at Crogan Plaza, complete with snow-covered grounds and a deejay hosting the fun.
Crogan Plaza is the greenspace between the Lawrenceville Arts Center and Crogan Street.
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Booksh-elves

Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Liberty Books
176 W. Crogan Street

Head to Liberty Books as they bring How the Grinch Stole Christmas to life with a reading for all ages and a guest appearance of everyone’s favorite grumpy friend! Plus, a special reading by Mayor David Still at 5:45 pm. 
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Carols in the DTL

Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024
6 to 8 p.m.
Crogan Plaza

Celebrate the season as carolers from local organizations fill Crogan Plaza and the square with festive songs.
Crogan Plaza is the greenspace between the Lawrenceville Arts Center and Crogan Street.
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Santaverse Story Party

Friday, Dec, 6, 2024
5 to 8 p.m.
Lawrenceville Lawn

Step into holiday magic at the Lawrenceville Lawn with festive vendors, marshmallow roasting, holiday art activities, and a screening of Elf Pets: A Fox Cub’s Christmas Tale – plus a special reading by Elf on the Shelf creator Chanda Bell!
Plus, sing along to Mickey’s Christmas Sing-Along and cozy up to watch Elf starring Will Ferrell.
Bring your lawn chairs and lap blankets.
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Noche de Velas

Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024
6 to 9 p.m.
Lawrenceville Arts Center Courtyard and Crogan Plaza

At Noche de Velas, we invite you to share with your family, friends, and our Hispanic community this holiday tradition, Colombian style – with food, music, and a candle in the evening! Bring your candle, an unwrapped gift, or non-perishable food items to donate for our Festival of Trees and celebrate this Christmas tradition with Hermanos Calero!
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