Feeling festive or looking for the best Christmas lights in Georgia to spark holiday joy? Forsyth County, GA, transforms into a winter wonderland and Cumming, GA is home to one of the most beloved Christmas light shows in the region. Whether you’re a resident or just visiting, you’ll find plenty of festive Holiday cheer and dazzling decorations to enjoy. Here are some of the best places to see Christmas lights in Forsyth County, GA.
Events with Christmas Lights in Forsyth County, GA
Cumming City Center Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
Location: Lou Sobh Amphitheater
Date: November 23
Time: 6 PM – 7:30PM
Details: Free admission. Listen to live music, participate in family activities, and enjoy warm beverages and desserts from local vendors, all leading up to the big moment – the lighting of the City Center’s giant Christmas tree!
Ashebrooke Night of Lights
Location: Ashebrooke Neighborhood (please enter through this address: 5020 Luke Drive, Cumming)
Date: The official date has not yet been announced. But we are assuming it will be December 15 (Most of the lights are also on during the whole month of December, but please be respectful of the homeowners.)
Time:6-9 PM
Details: Visit Ashebrooke Subdivision for the 18th annual “Night of Lights” – the residents of Ashebrooke light up their streets and their homes with luminary bags & candles to put on a great display of lights to help raise money for a worthy cause. The 2024 beneficiaries have not been announced yet,
TIP: Bring cash to put in the donation bucket. Also, see if you can find the Gingerbread House! We interviewed the family that puts this amazing decor up every year – Forsyth County’s Gingerbread House.
Christmas on the Farm
Location: Warbington Farms
Date: December 7
Time: 11 AM – 4 PM
Details: $11 per person includes the following: a visit with the grumpy green guy, a candy cane hunt, hayrides, a barnyard visit with animals, and so much more!
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Cowart Christmas
Location:9 Rand Way, Dawsonville GA 30534
Date: November 23rd – December 25th
Time: Sun – Thur 5:30- 10 pm and Friday & Saturday 5:30 – 11 pm
Details: Tune your radio station to 107.7 to make the light show start.
Happy House in Cumming
Location: 5455 Young Deer Dr. Cumming GA 30041
Date & Time: The Christmas lights are on daily from 6pm until 10pm from now til January 1.
Details: Happy House has 100,000 + lights and is named Happy House by the children in the neighborhood. No fancy music or wild flashing lights, more like an Old Fashioned Christmas enjoyed by young and old.
Lamb Light Spectacular
Location: 207 Hickory Oak Hollow, Cumming, GA 30040
Date & Time: The lights are on daily from 6 pm – 10 pm. It’s will run until January 1st.
Details: Please tune in to 87.9 FM to hear the music that goes with the show. Please don’t forget to dim your car headlights when watching the show. We look forward to seeing you come by soon! For updates, check their Facebook page.
Margaritaville’s Lakeside Lights Spectacular
Location: 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford GA
Date: November – January
Time: Nightly at 5pm
Details: Kick start your holidays with a visit to Margaritaville’s Lakeside Lights Spectacular for a night of nostalgic wintry fun. The Lakeside Lights Spectacular will take you on a magical walk through an amazing lighting extravaganza with festive seasonal music. Great for the whole family!
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Night of Lights at Emory Johns Creek
Location: 6325 Hospital Parkway, Johns Creek
Date: You can drive through to look at the lights anytime. A reader recently reported that they are on for the whole month of December.
Time: 6-8pm
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Operation Griswold 6.0
Location: 104 Wolf Creek Court, Cumming, GA 30028
Date & Time: December 1st – January 1st. The lights are on daily from 6pm to 11pm
Details: Operation Griswold 6.0 is AMAZING! Each year, new lights are added. The house is perfectly lined with icicles with wreaths on every window. And don’t miss the beautiful large Christmas tree in the yard!
Plainsman Circle Lights
Location: 4915 Plainsman Circle, Cumming
Date & Time: Sunday – Thursday 5:45-10PM, Friday & Saturday 5:45-11PM
Details: The light show run time is 29 minutes. This display will be running from now until 12/31. When you arrive, tune your radio to 88.1FM
Tips for Enjoying Christmas Lights in Forsyth County
- Plan Ahead: Check for requirements for ticketing or reservation, as some events may have limited availability.
- Stay Warm: Dress appropriately for the cooler weather, especially for outdoor walking events.
- Capture the Moment: Bring a camera or smartphone to snap photos and capture memories of the beautiful displays.
Whether you’re seeking the grandeur of a large light show or the charm of decorated neighborhoods, these options for seeing Christmas lights in Cumming, GA, are sure to fill you with holiday cheer.
